We have below some of the best slow dance songs ever for you to choose from for your wedding playlist. Classic wedding slow dance songs that have transcended the years and are still as good as ever. Modern songs alongside some of the best slow dance songs of all time. You won’t be lacking favorites for your big day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is slow dancing easy?
The basic slow dance doesn’t require much footwork at all, so it is an easy dance for beginners.
What is the longest slow song?
Some of the popular longest slow dance songs are “Starway To Heaven” by Led Zeppelin, “American Pie” by Don McLean, and “Paradise By The Dashboard Lights” by Meatloaf.
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Best Slow Dance Songs
Here we have some of the best romantic songs for a wedding. Good slow dance songs that you will not hesitate to move your body to.
- You’re Beautiful – James Blunt
“My life is brilliant
My love is pure
I saw an angel”
Released in 2014, this gem from James Blunt is just as beautiful as it was back then, right now.
Ideal for: First dance. - When You Say Nothing At All – Alison Krauss
“The smile on your face lets me know that you need me
There’s a truth in your eyes saying you’ll never leave me”.
A timeless beauty that explains how love doesn’t need any words to be expressed.
Ideal for: Last dance. - Can You Feel the Love Tonight – The Lion King
“Can you feel the love tonight
The peace the evening brings”
This classic by Elton John would be great as first dance songs, or last one of the night.
Ideal for: First dance or last song of the night. - I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing – Aerosmith
“Don’t want to close my eyes
I don’t want to fall asleep”
Aerosmith will always be remembered for this song of romance perfection.
Ideal for: Any time of the day. - You’re Still the One – Shania Twain
“You’re still the one I run to
The one that I belong to”
From her “Come on over” album of 1997, this song still rocks.
Ideal for: First dance.
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Classic Slow Dance Songs
Some of the best slow dance love songs. These still feel like new songs every time they are played.
- Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton
“I feel wonderful because I see
The love light in your eyes”
As great as any first dance song will ever be.
Ideal for: The first dance. - At Last – Etta James
“At last my love has come along
My lonely days are over and life is like a song, oh yeah”
This classic will make a beautiful ending to a perfect night.
Ideal for: Last dance. - A Whole New World – Aladdin
“I can show you the world
Shining, shimmering splendid”
By Lea Salonga and Brad Kane, this Disney classic tells of a beautiful love story. Great for first dance songs.
Ideal for: The first dance. - Lady in Red – Chris De Burgh
“The lady in red is dancing with me, cheek to cheek
There’s nobody here, it’s just you and me”
Another timeless classic you would want on your wedding playlist.
Ideal for: Last dance. - God Bless the Broken Road – Rascal Flatts
“This much I know is true
That God blessed the broken road”
Ideal for: Procession.
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Popular Slow Dance Songs
Here we have a few of the best songs to slow dance to from our favorite singers.
- Make You Feel My Love – Adele
“When the rain is blowing in your face
And the whole world is on your case”
This beautiful number by Adele would be a great last song to dance to.
Ideal for: Last dance. - Unforgettable – Nat King Cole & Natalie Cole
“Like a song of love that clings to me
How the thought of you does things to me”
If you are looking for classic songs, this is one you should consider for your playlist.
Ideal for: Any time of the day. - You’ll Be in My Heart – Tarzan
“Come stop your crying
It will be alright”
This Disney classic from Phil Collins is one of the great slow dance songs to have on your playlist.
Ideal for: Any time of the day! - Endless Love – Lionel Richie
“Two hearts,
Two hearts that beat as one”
Ideal for: Procession. - If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys
“Some people want it all
But I don’t want anything at all.
Ideal for: Last dance.
This 2003 song from “The Diary of Alicia Keys” is a great choice when searching for love songs.
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Instrumental Slow Dance Music
Sometimes you don’t need words, only the music. Instrumentals make some of the best slow wedding songs.
- Sexual Healing – Niko Kotoulas
This beautiful piano arrangement is a great choice for dancing the night away.
Ideal for: Last dance. - Somewhere Over the Rainbow – The Piano Guys
This lovely ballad deserves a space on your best wedding slow dance songs playlist.
Ideal for: Any time of day. - Make You Feel My Love – Instrumental Fuse
This instrumental cover will have you dancing all night long.
Ideal for: Last dance. - All I Want is You – Bridesmaids Quartet
This wedding string quartet can be played as the start of a most magical day.
Ideal for: Procession. - Better Together – Romeo Loves Juliet
If you are looking for romantic wedding music instrumentals, you have just found them.
Ideal for: Last dance.
Slow dance songs have their place at most events. This includes wedding ceremonies as well as wedding receptions. This collection of some of the best wedding slow songs can help you create the perfect playlist for the perfect wedding day.
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