Whether you decide to hire a DJ or live band (or both), the entertainment will keep the party going from your first newlywed entrance to the moment your beloved guests see you off. And while they will do most of the work by selecting all the songs for the evening, you and your spouse should guide them by providing a collection of music you definitely want to hear.
If you're stuck figuring out good music for the party, you're in luck! Here are The Knot's tip for the perfect playlist.
Select Music Meaningful to You and Your Spouse
Personalizing your wedding reception music begins with choosing songs that bear special meaning to you and your partner. More than anything, your guests will love to hear songs that illustrate your relationship. Not only will these personalized tunes fuel the nostalgia, your guests will love hearing these songs too as a throwback memory.
Incorporate DJs' Most Requested Wedding Songs
If you need inspiration, consult the experts. DJs and bands know exactly what songs get crowds excited and they also know which tunes to avoid if you don't want the dance floor to thin out.
Consult this list of DJ's most requested wedding songs to discover tunes you might not have initially thought to include on your playlist. No matter your taste in music, you might opt to include favorites like Neil Diamond’s "Sweet Caroline" or Whitney Houston’s "I Wanna Dance With Somebody".
While you want your music selections to reflect you and your spouse, your guests will appreciate hearing those comforting, classic songs that are known to get (and keep) the party going.
Create Your Own Music "Rules"
If there's one thing to remember about your reception, it's that there are no rules to follow. While weddings often follow tradition, that doesn't mean you have to do what you think you should do—and that includes choosing your reception music. If you don't like the "The Chicken Dance," don't feel like you have to play it just because it's one of the most popular traditional wedding songs.
Ask for Suggestions From Your Guests
To truly personalize your wedding reception music, get your guests involved. Your guest list is unique to your wedding, and those who'll be attending likely have a few songs they'd love to hear during the reception. To give your playlist a twist, take song requests from your friends and family.
If you're open to incorporating their suggestions, use your wedding website to gather their opinions. Include a link to a Google Form that asks your guests to submit song requests they'd like to hear. Not only will this get them excited for your reception, it'll take some of the planning out of your hands. Plus, it's a creative use of your wedding website that your guests will enjoy.
Make Your Playlist Shareable
Once you create your wedding reception music playlist, there's a chance your guests will want to listen to some songs on repeat (or steal a few of your ideas for their own wedding). Instead of answering their questions individually, you can instantly share your playlist through Spotify.
Whether you have a DJ or live band at your wedding, you can still compile your song list on the app. Once it's complete, tap the three dots next to the playlist title and a curated image with a customized Spotify code will appear. Print this out before your wedding and place it on the tables (or put it in your wedding welcome bag). Your guests can use the camera in the search bar of their Spotify app to scan the image and instantly access your wedding playlist. They'll be jamming out to your curated music for years to come.
Get ready to dance and devour the details of your personalized reception playlist thanks to these helpful tips from The Knot!
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