Well, I tell ya, picking songs for a wedding, that’s a whole to-do. Especially for the groom, walking down that aisle, all eyes on him. It ain’t just about picking any old tune, you gotta find something that feels right, ya know?
What Kind of Songs We Talkin’ ‘Bout?
Now, some folks like them fancy, classic love songs. You know, the kind your grandma used to swoon over. Stuff like that “First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” song, that Roberta Flack woman sings. Real pretty, real romantic. But maybe that ain’t your style. Maybe you want something… peppier.
- Pop-Punk/Emo for the Young ‘Uns: I heard some young fella the other day talking ’bout wanting some of that “Pop-punk” or “emo” stuff. Sounds like a lot of noise to me, but hey, if that’s what makes ya happy, go for it. Just make sure it ain’t too loud, scare the old folks in the pews, ya hear?
- Country Classics for the Down-Home Folks: Then you got your country folks. They like them songs about love and heartbreak and tractors and such. Plenty of good country songs out there for a wedding, that’s for sure. Songs that tell a story, ya know?
- Modern Love Songs for the Romantic Types: And of course, there’s all them modern love songs. That Ed Sheeran fella, he’s got that “Perfect” song. Heard it a million times on the radio. It’s sappy, but folks seem to like it. Good for slow dancin’, good for walkin’ down the aisle, I reckon.
- Indie, Acoustic, RB…Mix it Up!: And don’t forget all them other kinds, the “indie” stuff, the “acoustic” stuff, that “RB” music. There’s a whole world of music out there, just gotta find what fits. They say there are more than 150 kinds of songs you could pick from, all sorts of genres. Sounds like a lot of choosin’ to do!
Making it Personal, Making it Special
Now, here’s the thing. It ain’t just about picking a song you like. It’s about picking a song that means something. Maybe it’s a song that reminds you of when you first met your gal. Maybe it’s a song that just makes you feel good, makes you feel loved. That’s what matters.
Don’t Forget the Other Dances!
And listen here, it ain’t just about the walk down the aisle. You gotta think about the other dances too. The first dance with your bride, the dance with your mama, maybe even a dance with your bride’s mama. Each one needs a special song, a song that fits the moment. You gotta plan for all that, you see. It’s like a whole performance, this wedding thing.
The Groom Gets His Moment Too
Now, some folks think the bride is the only one who gets a special song. But that ain’t right. The groom, he deserves his moment too. He’s gotta have a good song to walk out to. Usually the groom goes first, with the wedding party. Then they change the song for the bride. It’s his big day too, ain’t it? He’s gotta have a song that makes him feel strong, makes him feel proud, makes him feel ready to say “I do.” It’s a big deal walkin’ down that aisle, you know, showin’ everyone you’re ready to settle down.
So How Do You Choose?
Well, I reckon you just gotta listen to a whole bunch of songs. Listen to ’em with your gal, see what she likes. Listen to ’em by yourself, see what feels right. And don’t be afraid to ask for help. Ask your friends, ask your family, ask that fella who plays the guitar at the church. They might have some good ideas.
And Remember This…
And one more thing. Don’t overthink it. It’s just a song, after all. It ain’t gonna make or break your wedding. What matters is that you’re happy, that your gal is happy, and that you’re both ready to start your life together. That’s the real music, right there. The music of love, the music of happiness, the music of a good life together. So find yourself some good tunes, and have a wonderful wedding, ya hear?
No Homemade Music, Please!
Oh, and one last thing, unless they asked you special, leave your own guitar at home. This ain’t no karaoke night, this is a wedding! You don’t want to be messing things up with your own tunes unless the bride and groom specifically asked for it.
Tags: Wedding Music, Groom Entrance Songs, Aisle Songs, Wedding Planning, Love Songs, Processional Music, Music Selection, Ceremony Music, Pop Songs, Country Songs, Indie Songs, RB Songs, Acoustic Songs.
