When most people think of music played at weddings, the first things that spring to mind are likely beautiful, time-honored love ballads or fun dance tracks. However, several songs, in fact, quite unrelated to marriage, have over time developed into an integral part of the ceremony. And now, here’s a playful examination of songs that became wedding anthems before the 1980s. Their melodies just exude feelings of affection and happiness, so what better place to play them than a wedding ceremony or during a wild night’s dancing?
#1: “At Last” – Etta James
An all-time song for newlywed couples performed by the Jazz legend, Etta James, in a slow romantic ballad. Starting with a slow tempo and romantic words that always appeal to the heart of partners, this song comes at the top of the list selected for that auspicious first dance.
Never created exclusively for wedding purposes, the sentiment of this song, as well as its pleasant tune, together turn it into a classic choice for marriage celebrations.