First Dance Songs: 12 Modern Choices (and a Custom Idea Couples Love)

The first dance is the one moment of the wedding where the music has to be about you. Here are twelve fresh first-dance choices that aren't already at every wedding this year — and an option more couples are choosing: commissioning a personalised song written just for them.

The picks

1. "Can't Help Falling in Love" — Elvis (or Haley Reinhart cover)

Timeless. The Reinhart cover makes it feel modern.

2. "Make You Feel My Love" — Adele

Beautiful at any tempo.

3. "At Last" — Etta James

A first-dance staple that never gets tired.

4. "Lover" — Taylor Swift

Soft, modern and easy to slow dance to.

5. "Tenerife Sea" — Ed Sheeran

A quieter Sheeran pick that hits harder.

6. "All of Me" — John Legend

Big and confident. Crowd loves it.

7. "Marry Me" — Train

Sentimental and singalong-able.

8. "Yellow" — Coldplay

A modern-classic that works in acoustic too.

9. "You Are the Best Thing" — Ray LaMontagne

Joyful and easy to dance to.

10. "Lucky" — Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat

For best friends who got married.

11. "Better Together" — Jack Johnson

Relaxed and warm. A modern favourite.

12. "Thinking Out Loud" — Ed Sheeran

Practically written to be a first dance.

Why a personalised song hits harder than a playlist

The first dance is yours alone. A personalised first-dance song means no one else in the world has danced to this song before — it mentions how you met, your inside jokes, your shared city, your dog. Guests cry. The grandparents will ask for a copy.

How to create one in under 5 minutes

Choose your music style (acoustic ballad, soft pop, country, swing, soul). Tell us your story — how you met, what you call each other, a moment that defines you. We deliver your first-dance song in minutes, in MP3 and lyric-video formats.

Commission your first-dance song — written just for the two of you.

Create Your First Dance →

Frequently asked questions

How far in advance should I order our wedding song?

Order at least 2–4 weeks in advance to give you time to listen, share with your DJ, and request a tweak if you want one.

Can we request specific lyrics?

Yes — you can supply key phrases, names, locations and even an inside joke. The more details, the more personal it feels.

What style of music can we choose?

Acoustic, ballad, soft pop, country, swing/jazz, soul and more. We match the production to your wedding vibe.

Can we get an instrumental version too?

Yes — the Video package includes additional formats ideal for ceremony or processional use.

Ready to make something they'll keep forever? Create Your First Dance with Celebrate Magic Moments.