Wedding Grand Entrance Songs
*Playlist updated for 2023-2024 wedding season
Choosing a grand entrance song for your wedding can set the tone for the entire evening. This is the moment when the newlyweds make their debut as a married couple and the guests get their first glimpse of the happy couple. So, how do you choose the perfect grand entrance song?
- First, consider the mood you want to set. Do you want to keep it traditional with a classic song or go with something more upbeat and contemporary? The choice is yours, but make sure it reflects your personality and style as a couple.
- Next, think about the lyrics. You don’t want to choose a song with lyrics that are inappropriate or don’t reflect the mood of the moment. Make sure the lyrics are appropriate for the occasion and that they resonate with you as a couple.
- Consider the tempo of the song as well. If you want to create an upbeat and energetic atmosphere, choose a song with a fast tempo. Alternatively, if you want to create a more romantic and intimate atmosphere, go for a slower tempo.
- Lastly, practice your entrance with the song beforehand. Make sure you time it right so that you enter at the right moment in the song – you’ll work this out with your professional wedding DJ. This will ensure that you make the most of your grand entrance and create a memorable moment for both you and your guests.
Spotify Playlist: Wedding Grand Entrance Songs
- HandClap by Fitz and The Tantrums
- Another One Bites the Dust by Queen
- Let Me Clear my Throat by DJ Kool
- Old Town Road by Lil Nas X, Billy Ray Cyrus
- You’re My Best Friend by Queen
- Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N’ Roses
- The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson
- You Make My Dreams (Come True) by Hall & Oates
- …Ready For It? by Taylor Swift
- Good to Be Alive (Hallelujah) by Andy Grammer
- Marry You by Bruno Mars
- Raise Your Glass by Pink
- Can’t Stop The Feeling by Justin Timberlake
- Sexy And I Know It by LMFAO
- High Hopes by Panic! At The Disco
- Bring Em Out by T.I.
- Accidentally In Love by Counting Crows
- Love On Top by Beyonce
- Best Day of My Life by American Authors
- Can’t Hold Us by Macklemore
- I Believe in a Thing Called Love by The Darkness
- I Choose You by Sarah Bareilles
- 1, 2, 3, 4 by The Plain White T’s
- Thunderstruck by AC/DC
- Africa by TOTO
- Beautiful Day by U2
- You Are The Best Thing by Ray LaMontagne
- Dance With Me by Diplo Thomas Rhett & Young Thug
- Forever by Chris Brown
- Good Life by Kanye West
- Sucker by Jonas Brothers
- Finesse by Bruno Bars, Cardi B
- Shut Up and Dance by Walk the Moon
- After Party by Don Toliver
- I Choose You by Timeflies
- You’re The First, The Last, My Everything by Barry White
- Feel So Close by Calvin Harris
- Make My Story by Lenny code fiction
- Dancing’s Not a Crime by Panic! At The Disco
- Everytime We Touch by Cascada
- A Sky Full of Stars by Coldplay
- Stuck With U by Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber
- Everybody (Backstreet’s Back) by Backstreet Boys
- Born to Love You by Lanco
- Love Rollercoaster by Ohio Players
- Sunflower, Vol. 6 by Harry Styles
- Party Up by DMX
- The Greatest Show by Hugh Jackman (The Greatest Showman Soundtrack)
- Timeless by Dallas Smith
- On the Floor by Jennifer Lopez
- Touch the Sky by Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco
- All to Myself by Dan + Shay
- The Stroke by Billy Squier
- Don’t Stop Me Now by Queen
- Levels by Avicii
- Happy Dance by MercyMe
- Born to Be Yours by Kygo & Imagine Dragons
- Sweet Lovin’ by Sigala, Bryn Christopher
- Levitating (feat. DaBaby) by Dua Lipa
- Danger Zone by Kenny Loggins (Top Gun Original Soundtrack)
- Budapest by George Ezra
- Our Song by Matchbox Twenty
- Embers by The Brevet
- Congratulations by Post Malone
- The Throne Room and End Title by John Williams, London Sympthony
- Love You Like That by Dagny
- Good Life By One Republic
- Take My Breath Away by Alessa
- Cinema (Remix) by Skrillex
- My Type by Saint Motel
- Party On Fifth Ave. by Mac Miller
- Ain’t Too Cool by LunchMoney Lewis
- Take On Me by a-ha
- Ringer by the Unlikely Candidates
- Just Like Heaven by Brandon Lake
- The Time is Now (John Cena) WWE, John Cena
- I Would Do Anything For You by Foster the People
- Tie It Up by Kelly Clarkson
- Ain’t It Fun by Paramore
- I Want Crazy by Hunter Hayes
- In the Mood by Glenn Miller
- Rollercoaster The Bleashers
- Ghosts by VOLA
- Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl) by Looking Glass
- Freaks – Radio Edit by Timmy Trumpet, Savage
- Hooked on a Feeling by Blue Swede
- Ritual by Marshmello
- Love is Alive by Louis the Child
- The Edge by David McCallum
- Praise You by Gamper & Dadoni
- Somebody Like You by Keith Urban
- The Imperial March (Darth Vader) by Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Original Soundtrack
- Light Up The Night by Protomen
- Livin’ Our Love Song by Jason Michael Carroll
- Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki Remix) by Kid Cudi
- Peanut Butter Jelly by Galantis
- I Love You Always Forever by Betty Who
- Lil by Nelly, Florida Georgia Line
- Forever Now (Say Yes) by Kristian Bush
- Millionaire by Cash Cash and Digital Farm Animals
- All of The Lights by Kanye West
- One Margarita by Luke Bryan
- Good Day for Marrying You by David Barnes
- Dynamite by BTS
- All Night by Icona Pop
- Honey, I’m Good by Andy Grammer
- Higher Love by Kygo, Whitney Houston
- Kings & Queens by Ava Max
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Queen
- Rescue Me by Marshmello, A Day to Remember
- Fell in Love With a Girl by The White Stripes
- Look at Us Now by Dylan Scott
- Champagne Kisses by Jessie Ware
- Where Are U Now by Jack U, Skrillex, Diplo
- Time of Our Lives by Pitbull, Ne-Yo
- Timber (feat. Kesha) by Pitbull
- Just Like Heaven by The Cure
- On Top of The World by Imagine Dragons
- Return of the Mack by Mark Morrison
- Turn Down for What by DJ Snake, Lil Jon
- Back in Back by AC/DC
- Dynamite by BTS
- Rather Be by Clean Bandit
- Nice for What by Drake
- Thrift Shop by Macklemore
- Lovefool by The Cardigans
- Friday I’m in Love by The Cure
- Forever on Your Side by NEEDTOBREATHE
- Pump It Up by Joe Budden
- Cool by Jonas Brothers
- Good As Hell by Lizzo
- Detroit Rock City by KISS
- It Takes Two by Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock
- Dance The Night Away by Van Halen
- Here for the Party by Gretchen Wilson
- Blinding Lights by The Weeknd
The Bridal Party Grand Entrance
Keep in mind, technically, there are two wedding grand entrances — you and your spouse AND your bridal party — the songs below will work for either moment. During your bridal party introduction song, why not choose a song that reminds them of some good times you’ve shared? You could even ask your bridal party a few questions to help narrow down some choices:
- Who are some of their favorite artists?
- What hobbies do they enjoy? (You probably know the answer to that one!)
- Do they want to use props? (Can’t go wrong with shades!)
- County? Hip Hop? Heavy metal fans?
PRO TIP: It’s recommended to have ONE song for the entire bridal party to come out to than a different song for each couple. Why? A couple coming out to their own song does not leave a lot of time for the song to develop and get the crowd into it, plus it just takes longer.
Mike Staff is the founder and CEO of Mike Staff Productions, one of the most highly acclaimed wedding services companies in the country, providing award-winning Wedding DJs, Wedding Photographers, and Wedding Videography for over 25 years.
