What songs should I add to my wedding playlist?
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*No country please!
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More classic rock/disco/pop type songs:
American Pie: Don Mclean
Kung Fu Fighting: Carl Douglas
Ladies Night: Kool and the Gang
Take a Chance on Me: ABBA
Love in an Elevator: Aerosmith
Jive Talkin: Bee Gees
Rock n Roll Heart: Eric Clapton
Kiss you All Over: Exile (I know it's country, but I don't feel it really is)
Vacation & We Got The Beat: Go Gos
Touch of Gray: Grateful Dead
Magic Man: Heart
Proud Mary: Tina Turner
Girls and Rock and Roll: John Fogerty
Heard it in a Love Song: The Marshall Tucker Band
Sexual Healing: Marvin Gaye
Tall Cool One: Robert Plant
Car Wash: pick an artist, the rose royce remix is great
Celica and Me and Julio Down by the School Yard: Simon and Garfunkel
Space Cowboy: Steve Miller Band
Superstition: Stevie Wonder
ANYTHING BY T REX but especially I Love to Boogie and Mambo Sun
Another one Bites the Dust and We will Rock You: Queen
Keep on Smiling: Wet Willie
80's (mostly)
Dance Hall Days: Wang Chung
Footloose: Kenny Loggins
Magic Dance: David Bowie (it's a fun song!)
Run Run Away: Slade
Pictures of You: The Cure
Just Like Heaven: The Cure
Little Bird: Annie Lennox
Train in Vain: The Clash
Dire Straights: Walk of Life
Life in a Northern Town: The Dream Academy
Faith: George Michael
Conga: Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine
Everlasting Love: Howard Jones
Somebody's Baby: Jackson Browne
ROCK: John Cougar
Holiday Road: Lindsey Buckingham (fun song)
American Girl: Tom Petty
Mony Mony: Billy Idol
Chain Gang: The Prenders
Other:
Knock on Wood: Amii Stewart (remix, really upbeat version)
Do you Wanna Dance: The Beach Boys
Limbo Rock: Chubby Checker
Mrs. Robinson: The Lemonheads (upbeat version)
Faithfully: Judy Torres (remix, upbeat)
Hey Ya: Outkast (fun song)
Reflections: The Supremes
Call me Al: Paul Simon
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tg0BNTebcbY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDXGN55jz60
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHoPYLQvnQM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFxLIN0eh7Q
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As far as upbeat songs that span generations there are a few oldies that stand out as always fun. "Shout" by the Isley Brothers is always a crowd pleaser; with that breakdown section...classic.
"The Twist" By Chubby Checker, and then "Twist and Shout" by the Beatles. It makes for a nice three song segue set.
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Some good suggestions there, thanks!
Great suggestion, here is the official Israel Kamakawiwo'Ole 'IZ' 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow' version mentioned:
I agree with this one 100%, great version of the song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QloP_gDQbPw
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Fall Out Boy "Sugar We're Goin down"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhG-vLZrb-g
And.. another favorite of mine Keane "Is It Any Wonder"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64Nope4vKCE
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M$Now for some upbeat suggestions.
"You Sexy Thing" (Hot Chocolate) - known song, everybody loves it.
"Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" (The Blues Brothers) - you must get up and dance at this one.
Bitter Sweet Symphony by The Verve - classic
Celebration by Kool & The Gang - you can not miss with this one.
Walk This Way - Run DMC & Aerosmith - one of the legends.
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I used to love "You Sexy Thing" (went through a bit of a disco phase during my high school years), and had totally forgotten about it.
Good call on the Blues Brothers song as well - never would have thought of that one, either!
And "Celebration," of course, is a wedding classic.
Thanks for the great suggestions!
Rolling Stones - Start Me Up
Journey - Don't Stop Believin'
Prince - Kiss
Van Halen - Jump
Guns & Roses - Paradise City / Sweet Child of Mine
Joan Jett - I love Rock and Roll
Queen - Bohemian Raphsody / Somebody to Love
Kiss - Rock & Roll All Night
The Who - Who Are You
Def Leppard - Pour Some Sugar on Me
www.google.com, www.youtube.com, www.rock-songs.com
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M$Brickhouse
Play that Funky Music
Shout
Shake a Tail Feather (James Brown)
Respect
Groove is in the Heart
Bust a move
Hip Hop Hooray
Thriller
Wonderful Tonight
See, the trick is to get the girls dancing. Once they start, pretty much everthing else falls in line.
I used to also play Dave Matthews dueing dinner and buffet time.
Hope you guys have fun!
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M$
Good call - he's my Mom's favorite, and a bit of "Sweet Caroline," Or "Cracklin' Rosie" may definitely be in order.
OH!! Don't forget the Neil Diamond!! You can't go wrong with that crazy guy!
Oh, my pleasure!!
It's been a while, and if I had my music list in front of me I could do more, but those are just the ones I remember EVERYone enjoying! They cross generational bridges and get everyone going.
You may want to throw in some Mambo No. 5 too - I remember people getting into that as well!
Some good ideas in there, and I appreciate the fact that they come from a seasoned expert in wedding DJ-ing. Thanks!
Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
She - Elvis Costello
After An Afternoon - Jason Mraz
The Way You Look Tonight - Micheal Buble
And for Fast Songs:
Send me on my way - Rusted Root (if you can't dance to that, you have no soul)
Ramble On - Led Zeppelin (Rocked the house at my wedding)
Rappers Delight - Sugarhill Gang (Awwww Yeah!)
And Cornbread by Dave Matthews Band if you can find a good copy
Congrats on the wedding!!!
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M$http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7CuJ8cR9sg
You mentioned that you want people to dance. I would consider some of the current hits from today. At some recent public functions, I was surprised to see all of the 40 and 50 year old professionals up and dancing to modern day hip hop songs! I know you mentioned classic-rock songs, but I think you may be surprised at how all generations like certain pop songs. I also think these songs are more likely to get people up on the dance floor!
A few must haves are:
Kanye West - Stronger
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0tLN22mMlU
Kanye West - Touch The Sky ft. Lupe Fiasco
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dF6gupack88
Knock You Down Keri Hilson Feat. Ne-Yo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3Q8FFckHYY
Neyo - So Sick (It's a slower dance song)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYqDLwe0JJU
Black Eyed Peas - I Gotta Feeling
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuEX_NC5hEc
OutKast - Hey Ya! (A CLASSIC!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ytxZdmSqr0
Watcha Say - Jason Derulo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buIUq7ZmYFA
Ridin' - Chamillionaire
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QR7-2MxNL7Y
Love train - O'Jays (A fun song)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQvmCzILBfE
**I won't add all of her hits, but I strongly suggest looking into some of Lady Gaga's songs! They are sure to get people moving!
Especially: "Poker Face"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ht8ZjuFzlUc
and "Bad Romance"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAoi_-_EVio
Here's a list of the current Top 40.
http://www.at40.com/rest_chart.html?format=chr&;
I hope I was able to help! Have fun at your wedding!
DJ for college basketball games, observations at many social events for people of all ages.
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M$
Thanks for the suggestions! I don't really listen to a lot of modern pop music, but you make a good point about throwing it in there. Hey-Ya was definitely one I though of, but forgot to write down, so I'm glad you reminded me, and some "Poker Face" may be in order too.
I'm adding these two upbeat (but not modern pop) songs because I think you and your guests will like them. They are quite fun and will get people moving:
The Lovin' Spoonful "You Didn't Have To Be So Nice"
JEFFERSON STARSHIP - Runaway
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNSygqogpls
Those two songs will get people up out of their seats and moving! I'm glad I could help. If you need any other suggestions let me know.
Bob Segar Rock n Roll never Forgets
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3MHFvAwQIA
Bob Segar Hollywood Nights
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zunyXjzJLp0
Lynyrd Skynard; Gimmie Three Steps
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GyOgVFDocs
Lynyrd Skynard; Whats Your Name
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0SSeACInqw
Foghat; Slow Ride
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcCNcgoyG_0
Rolling Stones; Brown Sugar
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rx07A9LWBJA
J. Geils Band; Freeze Frame
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHo43B6nu60
J.Geils Band; Centerfold
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNhnThb8gEw
Congratulations !! Have Fun !!
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zunyXjzJLp0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GyOgVFDocs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0SSeACInqw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcCNcgoyG_0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rx07A9LWBJA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHo43B6nu60
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNhnThb8gEw
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Macarena
Hokey Pokey
Limbo
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M$
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M$"Maybe I'm Amazed"...McCartney
"Close to You,"...The Carpenters
"Evergreen,"
"My Girl,"...Temptations
"We've Only Just Begun"...Carpenters
Good Luck!!!!!!!!!
You Tube and My History
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"In My Life" by the Beatles is a little off the beaten path but one of my favorites for that setting.
U2 - All I Want . . .
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Here is someone else that agrees . . . maybe not as "off the beaten path" as I thought!
http://www.ourweddingsongs.com/father-daughter-songs/in-my-life-lyrics
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All Time Hits (Slow):
1. Unchained Melody - Righteous Brothers
2. Love Story - Shirley Bassey -
3. Love Changes Everything - Sarah Brightman
4. I Just Called To Say, I Love You - Stevie Wonder
5. My Heart Will Go On - Celine Dion (Original Version)
6. Lady in Red - Chris de Burgh
Fast Songs:
1. Tweedle Dee Tweedle Dum
2. Mariah - Ricky Martin
3. Brazil
4. Pour en Flirt
5. Let's Twist Again - Chubby Chucker
6. Arranged Marriage - Apache Indian
Hope you'll like them.
Thanks
Personal Opinion
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M$
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNZH-emehxA
chris brown - Forever
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8DCt3Lmi28
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'These arms of mine' and 'That's how Strong my love is' by Otis Reading. Classic, classic love songs.
'Love me Tender' - Elvis
'I Wanna Dance with somebody' - Whitney Houston
'Nothing's gonna' change my love for you' - Glenn Mederios
'Forever Love' - Gary Barlow
'Romeo and Juliet' - Dire Straits
'Hooked on your Love' - En Vogue
'You do something to me' - Paul Weller
'Thats the way love goes' - Norman Brown
'Can't get enough of you love' - Barry White ;)
'Your Love is King' - Sade
'Let Love Rule' - Lenny Kravitz
'Love @ First sight' - Mary J Blige
My itunes library
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Romeo and Juliet was dedicated to me by my hubby
What a wonderful world was my father daughter dance
I dont wanna miss a thing I dedicated to my hubby.
Youtube
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Weird..."What a Wonderful World" is actually on my consideration list for the father-daughter dance.
Thanks for the suggestions, but, as I mentioned in the question, I'm good for slow songs, and am mostly looking for suggestions for more upbeat tunes.
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Wow.. Just thinking of "What a Wonderful World" as a father-daughter dance makes me want to cry! That would be beautiful!
The unfortunate thing is that my hubby-to-be pointed out that it reminds him of that scene from Bowling for Columbine.
Thank you @irishstephen1974 and @Kalane I am happy to see you like Walk of Life, it's been my favorite song since I was 12. :))) American Girl is a good one too. Hope your day is fantastic!
Oh MAN!!
Those are GREAT!! Good work girl!
Wow - thanks for the great list! There's a few on here I already had, but some that I hadn't thought of, including "Walk of Life" and "American Girl" that I'm sure will be hits with myself and my guests.