Walking down the aisle is a special moment on your wedding day, and having wedding band play a song that matches the mood and spirit of the occasion, as well as the personalities of the wedding couple, is essential to create a memorable experience.
Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You: From its soft and romantic first utterances of “I will always love you” to the dramatic belting of the phrase at the climax of the song, Whitney’s trademark tune is a popular song to walk down the aisle to. There won’t be a dry eye in the house!
Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud: The lyrics of this popular song are so touching and sweet that it would be the perfect song to walk down the aisle to. From sentiments like, “Take me into your loving arms” and “darling I will be loving you ’til we’re 70”, this song conveys the same emotions you will be feeling in the moment as you walk towards the altar.
Adele – Make You Feel My Love: Adele’s version of this Bob Dylan classic conveys passion and a deep sense of love in every word. Lyrics like, “I could offer you a warm embrace/To make you feel my love” fill the listener with joy and convey the wedding couple’s special bond. As a song to walk down the aisle to, it makes everyone feel the love and excitement of your wedding day.
Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are: From the opening lines of this classic song, the listener can feel the love he feels for his partner and how he notices, loves and appreciates all of the little things about her—quirks and all. With sweet, sentimental lyrics like, “When I see your face/There’s not a single thing I’d change”, it’s the perfect popular song to walk down the aisle to.
Louis Armstrong – What a Wonderful World: Because of its popularity and classic status, everyone knows this song and can’t help but be swept up into the idealism, reflection and hope for the future. Walking down the aisle to this popular song is a perfect way to set the tone for your wedding and your future life together.
John Legend – All of Me: If you’re a fan of piano ballads, this popular tune would be an ideal song to walk down the aisle to. As John Legend croons, “’Cause all of me/Loves all of you/Love your curves and all your edges/All your perfect imperfections”, what better way to show everyone what your partner means to you.
Alicia Keys – No One: If you favour a more urban R&B song to walk down the aisle to, check out this bop from Alicia Keys. With her soulful voice emoting lyrics like, “No one can get in the way of what I feel for you”, it’s the perfect accompaniment to your wedding ceremony.
Jason Mraz – I’m Yours: Ideal for a beach wedding or casual ceremony, I’m Yours is a popular song to walk down the aisle to. From its upbeat Reggae-style tempo to lyrics like, “But I won’t hesitate no more, no more/It cannot wait, I’m yours”, you won’t be able to wait to walk down the aisle to this fun and funky tune.
Elton John – Can You Feel The Love Tonight: A perfect song to walk down the aisle to, particularly for an evening ceremony, this sweeping ballad from Elton John conjures all the love and emotion of the Lion King. Heartwarming lyrics like, “There’s magic everywhere/With all this romantic atmosphere”, make it appropriate for any bride’s procession to the altar.
Jack Johnson – Better Together: If you’re looking for a simple folk song to walk down the aisle to, check out this popular tune. With an up-tempo beat, finger-style guitar and smooth vocals, lyrics like, “Some things just go better together and probably always will”, make this song perfect for your wedding day.
No matter which wedding song you select, talk to you wedding band or DJ about choosing a popular wedding song to walk down the aisle to is the perfect way to start your wedding ceremony and leave a lasting impression on your guests.