240+ Modern Wedding Songs for the Contemporary Bride & Groom

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If you’re looking for some fresh inspiration on what wedding songs to choose for your wedding day, then look no further.

We've compiled the top modern wedding songs to cover every base, from your ceremony to the first dance. We've picked the best of the bunch to cover contemporary classics, indie, rock, and the latest chart releases of the year.

Wedding songs come in all various styles, including romantic ballads and lively numbers, but all express the theme of love. We've meticulously selected this year's modern hits and classics, perfect for your wedding. Plug in your headphones and start listening!

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Modern Pop Wedding Songs

Pop songs are the go-to for weddings due to their catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms.

Many modern pop songs have a positive message about love and commitment, making them a perfect fit for wedding celebrations - but, most importantly, they’re a sure-fire hit to get your guests up off their seats and dancing!

Lost In You - Sam Ryder
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10,000 Hours - Dan + Shay feat. Justin Bieber
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All My Love - George Ezra
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Nervous - John Legend
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Back On 74 - Jungle
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Valentine - Suki Waterhouse
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Lift Me Up - Rhianna
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1+1 - Beyonce
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Hold My Hand - Lady Gaga
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Golden Hour - JVKE
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Left and Right - Charlie Puth feat. Jungkook of BTS
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Phoebe Bridgers - Sidelines
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Melt - Kehlani
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Late Night Talking - Harry Styles
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2 Be Loved (Am I Ready) - Lizzo
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Kiss Me - Dermot Kennedy
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Soft Spot - Piri & Tommy
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Celestial - Ed Sheeran
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One In A Million - Rex Orange County
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Light Switch - Charlie Puth
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Serotonin - Tom Walker
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That’s Where I Am - Maggie Rogers
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Heartbeat - Shawn Mendes
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Wild Love - James Bay
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Have Some Love - Childish Gambino
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R.E.M - Ariana Grande
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Thinkin Bout You - Frank Ocean
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Better - Khalid
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Sleep Tight - Holly Humberstone
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Drivers License - Olivia Rodrigo
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Ocean Eyes - Billie Eilish
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Afterglow - Ed Sheeran
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Room For 2 - Benson Boone
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The Joker and the Queen - Ed Sheeran ft. Taylor Swift
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Love You Like That - Dagny
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Modern Chart Classics

Keep seeing the same songs popping up again and again? These modern classics have stood the test of time and remain ever popular for weddings.

Their timeless message and their ability to evoke emotion with the audience is why they’re considered modern classics. Yes, they may not be the most unique choice, but sometimes they’re just the perfect fit.

A Thousand Years - Christina Perri
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All Of Me - John Legend
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Just You And I - Tom Walker
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Feels So Close - Calvin Harris
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Adore You - Miley Cyrus
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Lover - Taylor Swift
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Grow Old With Me - Tom Odell
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Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran
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Your Song - Ellie Goulding
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I’m Yours - Jason Mraz
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Marry You - Bruno Mars
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Make You Feel My Love - Adele
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Sky Full Of Stars - Coldplay
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Only Love - Ben Howard
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Sweet Creature - Harry Styles
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Perfect - Ed Sheeran
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Shallow - Lady GaGa & Bradley Cooper
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Say You Won’t Let Go - James Arthur
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Love On Top - Beyonce
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Riptide - Vance Joy
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Something Just Like This - The Chainsmokers & Coldplay
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Can’t Feel My Face - The Weeknd
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One Kiss - Calvin Harris ft. Dua Lipa
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You’ve Got The Love - Florence & The Machine
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No One - Alicia Keys
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Ho Hey - The Lumineers
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We Found Love - Calvin Harris ft. Rhianna
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Happy - Pharrell Williams
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Best Day Of My Life - American Authors
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Can’t Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake
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Ben Rector - Love Like This
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Modern Indie Wedding Songs

Modern indie songs are an excellent option for couples looking for something a little more unique and offbeat for their wedding.

They offer a more alternative and intimate feel, perfect for the first dance or other special moments in the day.

I’m In Love With You - The 1975
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Too Sweet - Hozier
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Nothing Matters - The Last Dinner Party
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Care For - Blossoms
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Beabadoobee - Lovesong
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Meet Me At Our Spot - Willow Smith
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Toothpaste Kisses - The Maccabees
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Harmony Hall - Vampire Weekend
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Baby I’m Yours - Arctic Monkeys
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Home - Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
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This Is How We Move - Billie Marten
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Eat, Sleep, Wake (Nothing But You) - Bombay Bicycle Club
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Archie, Marry Me - Alvvays
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Loving Is Easy - Rex Orange County
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I Found You - Alabama Shakes
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Mystery Of Love - Sufjan Stevens
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Want You Back - Haim
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I Choose You - Adam Melchor
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Let’s Get Married - Bleachers
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Dog Years - Maggie Rogers
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Maps - Yeah, Yeah, Yeahs
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The One - Kodaline
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Sweet Disposition - The Temper Trap
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Only Love - Ben Howard
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This Modern Love - Bloc Party
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Anyone Else But You - The Moldy Peaches
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Falling In Love - Cigarettes After Sex
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Still Together - Mac DeMarco
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I Will Follow You Into The Dark - Death Cab for Suite
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Sea Of Love - Cat Power
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She Moves In Her Own Way - The Kooks
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We Fell In Love In October - Girl In Red
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Oxygen - Beach Bunny
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Here With Me - d4vd
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Shotgun - Soccer Mommy
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I Dare You - The xx
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Modern Rock Wedding Songs

Modern rock wedding songs are an excellent option for couples looking to add an energetic and upbeat vibe to their wedding celebrations.

It might not be to your nan’s taste, but life would be boring if we all liked the same things.

Love Will Get You There - Inhaler
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Light My Love - Greta Van Fleet
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Another Last Time - Dirty Honey
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Kiss Me Like The World Is Ending - Avril Lavigne
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Love song - Yungblud
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Seventeen Going Under - Sam Fender
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Use Somebody - Kings Of Leon
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Re-arrange - Biffy Clyro
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Figure It Out - Royal Blood
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Come Home - One Republic
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I Believe In A Thing Called Love - The Darkness
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Howlin’ For You - The Black Keys
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I Think I Like You - The Band Camino
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Follow You - Bring Me The Horizon
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Love, Please Stay - Nothing But Thieves
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Distance - Mammoth WVH
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Love Me Till I’m Gone - Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
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Emo Girl - Machine Gun Kelly ft. Willow
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You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween - Muse
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Peace & Love - Red Hot Chill Peppers
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Modern Country Songs

Add a touch of down-home charm to your wedding with some modern country. These songs often connect strongly to nature, family, and love, making them perfect for weddings.

Some famous modern country songs for weddings include "Die a Happy Man" by Thomas Rhett, "From the Ground Up" by Dan + Shay, and "Humble and Kind" by Tim McGraw.

Texas Hold ‘Em - Beyoncé
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The Furthest Thing - Maren Morris
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Die A Happy Man - Thomas Rhett
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Turning Onto You - First Aid Kit
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Meant To Be - Bebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line
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Forever After All - Luke Combs
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Need You Now - Lady A
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Nobody But You - Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani
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The Bones - Maren Morris
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Tennesse Whiskey - Christ Stapleton
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In Case You Didn’t Know - Brett Young
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Heaven - Kane Brown
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Look What God Gave Her - Thomas Rhett
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This Is It - Scotty McCreery
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Speechless - Dan + Shay
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Woman Like You - Lee Brice
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Body Like A Back Road - Sam Hunt
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H.O.L.Y - Florida Georgia Line
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The Good Ones - Gabby Barrett
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Beautiful Crazy - Luke Combs
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Fancy Like - Walker Hayes
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I Just Wanna Love You - The Shires
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Everything Falls For You - Seaforth
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Contemporary Acoustic Wedding Songs

Modern acoustic songs often feature stripped-down instrumentation and emotional lyrics, making them perfect for special moments during the wedding ceremony.

These songs are performed by a solo acoustic guitar or piano and vocals, which can create a romantic and intimate atmosphere.

Latch - Sam Smith
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Don’t Delete The Kisses - Wolf Alice
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Never In My Wildest Dreams - Dan Auerbach
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Sky Full Of Stays - Coldplay
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Stick Season - Noah Kahan
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Sweet Creature - Harry Styles
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Little Bit Of Love - Tom Grennan
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Unconditional - Freya Ridings
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On Top Of The World - Imagine Dragons
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Invisible String - Taylor Swift
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New Light - John Mayer
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Higher Love - James Vincent McMorrow
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Stay - girl in red
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Hope - Arlo Parks
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Guiding Light - Mumford & Sons
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Cherry Wine - Hozier
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Wild Rose - Will Stratton
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My Favourite Story - Jack In Water
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Lift Me Up - Jae Hall
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I Ain’t Worried - OneRepublic
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Unholy - Madilyn Bailey
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Just For You - Courtney Barnett
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Modern Ceremony Songs

Ceremony songs are an important part of a wedding celebration as they set the tone for the event and provide a soundtrack for the most memorable moments.

Modern ceremony songs are a great choice for couples looking for a more contemporary and personalised soundtrack for their wedding.

One Day Like This - Elbow
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Beyond - Leon Bridges
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You Are The Best Thing - Ray LaMontagne
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Real Love Baby - Father John Misty
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Black & White - Niall Horan
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Love You For A Long Time - Maggie Rogers
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Conversations In The Dark - John Legend
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Halo - Beyonce
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Exit For Love - Aurora
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Loved By You - Samm Henshaw
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Quietly Yours - Birdy
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Left and Right - Matt Johnson, Jonah Baker
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Running Up That Hill - Jonah Baker
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Stay The Night (Acoustic) - Sigala, Taila Mar
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As It Was (Acoustic) - Amber Leigh Irish
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Space Man (Acoustic) - Sam Ryder
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Heatwaves - Callum J Wright, Mysha Didi
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Let’s Go Home Together - Ella Henderson, Tom Grennan
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Coffee - beabadoobee
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Just Like Heaven - The Lumineers
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Modern First Dance Songs

The first dance song is a special moment during a wedding celebration, and choosing the perfect modern first dance song can make it even more memorable.

The list below offers a wide range of styles, from upbeat and fun to slow and romantic.

Beautiful Things - Benson Boone
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Adore You - Harry Styles
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I Will Wait - Mumford & Sons
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Leave The Door Open - Silk Sonic
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My Universe - Coldplay
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Missing Piece - Vance Joy
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Me & You Together Song - The 1975
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Better Half Or Me - Tom Walker
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If You Love Me - Lizzo
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One In A Million - Rex Orange County
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Hold My Girl - George Ezra
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Soulmate - Mac Miller
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Seasons (Waiting On You) - Future Islands
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Spiral - Flyte
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The Keeper - Blossoms
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Maybe You’re The Reason - The Japanese House
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Sight Of You - Sigrid
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Afraid To Feel (Acoustic) - LF System
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Anyone For You (Tiger Lily) - George Ezra
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Rain - The Teskey Brothers
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When You’re Away - Robert Ellis
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Modern Floor Fillers

Floor fillers should have upbeat tempos and catchy hooks, making them perfect for creating a party atmosphere during the evening reception.

Some popular modern floor fillers include “One More” by SG Lewis ft. Nile Rogers, “Free Yourself” by Jessie Ware, “Pure Pop” by Blossoms and “Castle On The Hill” by Ed Sheeran.