That depends on the quality of the sense of humor the bride and groom share. After all, it's just a song.
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I think it's down to this: if there's a chance anyone present might be offended, then it's probably inappropriate. Otherwise, why not.
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What is appropriate or inappropriate at a wedding varies widely depending on the bride, groom, and family wedding. If the couple were OK that it was played, then it was probably OK.

Question: were people enjoying it? Getting up and dancing? Or was it a crowd-killer? That's another good indication of how appropriate other people found it to be.

To take the fat-bottomed girls theme to an extreme, I've heard Sir-Mix-A-Lot's "Baby got Back" at several weddings of friends. (Actually, come to think of it, I believe we played that at *my* wedding, too...)

I've also seen weddings where the more "inappropriate" music was held off until the grandmothers had left the party and had gone to bed. Thus the people who might be offended left before that sort of music was played.

So no, I don't personally think it's inappropriate.

Also keep in mind that a certain type of wedding partygoer simply likes to complain when they are getting a free meal and free booze to celebrate a joyous occasion. I've overheard people going off about table centerpieces, the food, and even the bridesmaids' dresses. Weddings bring out the worst in some people. I tend to just ignore the party-poopers and go shake my rump.
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Well, the song is actually called "Fat Bottomed Girls". It could be seen as a funny, light-hearted song, a slight jab at the bride's weight, or hint of future philandering.
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http://www.google.com/musicl?lid=zeqGtWta3kM&aid=QMsAKW0V-WP

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If the song was chosen by the bride and groom, I think it's fine. It's their day after all.

Of course I'm a little biased as this song was on the first album I ever bought ("Jazz" by Queen).
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I would say if there is a good reason to play it, go for it.

If you still find yourself questioning this later, you might want to pass it up.
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