20 Slow Dance Songs For Your Wedding Night

Music provides a touching soundtrack to a wedding and, as such, choosing the right songs for each part of the day and night, like an old love song for a first dance, is an important part of your planning. Today, we’re going to be talking about the last dance of your wedding night and sharing 20 beautiful slow dance songs to finish your night on a high note. 

A perfect end to a perfect evening

Traditionally, the newly married couple will lead their guests in a final dance at the end of the evening reception. This provides a lovely finish to the proceedings while making guests aware that the evening is drawing to a close. When booking your DJ, you should make him or her aware of any special songs which are to be played during the evening, including your final slow dance song to ensure that he or she has your song to hand. 

20 slow dance songs for your wedding night

If you’re struggling for inspiration for your last dance song, in this section we’re sharing 20 of our favourites: 

  1. You’re Still The One – Shania Twain

This 1997 hit for country star Shania Twain is a crowd pleaser with heartfelt lyrics and a slow beat that is easy to dance to. In terms of lyrics, “you’re still the one I want for life” lends itself perfectly to a wedding and is a lovely way to end your evening. 

  1. Perfect – Ed Sheeran

The enduringly popular Ed Sheeran can be relied on to provide a great slow dance song for your wedding night and this song with its subtle country feel is a fantastic choice for a rustic style wedding reception. 

  1. You – The Carpenters

Karen Carpenter will always be known as one of the most beautiful voices of all time and this simple but heartfelt song will provide the perfect soundtrack to your slow dance at the end of the evening. 

  1. Love Story – Taylor Swift

The title pretty much says it all with this one and this hit from Ms Swift’s 2008 Fearless album is a great way to round off your evening and celebrate your own love story !

  1. I’ve Had The Time Of My Life – Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes

Those of a certain generation will, of course, recognise this one as part of the soundtrack to the smash hit 1987 movie, Dirty Dancing. While a little boppier than some of the slow songs in this article, the title of the track says it all and this one will make sure that your guests leave with a smile on their faces. 

  1. Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton

With its gentle melody and truly romantic lyrics, this is one of Eric Clapton’s most memorable hits and a really popular choice for wedding night slow dance. 

  1. Just The Way You Are – Billy Joel

“Mr New York” has had his fair share of hits and this enduring ballad is the perfect slow dance song for people who want to simply let the lyrics speak for themselves on their special day. 

  1. Ocean Eyes – Billie Eilish

For the modern couple, Billie Eilish’s Ocean Eyes has got a lot going for it as a slow dance song for your wedding night. A little bit edgy but still romantic and touching, this one will strike a chord with a lot of your younger guests. 

  1. Make You Feel My Love – Adele

Nobody does sentimental songs quite like Totteham’s favourite daughter and this one is a fine example of her work. The lyric “I could make you happy, make your dreams come true. Nothing that I wouldn’t do. Go to the ends of the earth for you. To make you feel my love” will resonate with a great many newly married couples. 

  1. What A Difference A Day Makes – Jamie Cullum

One of the world’s most joyful slow dance songs, this one is easy to dance to whether you’re a contender for Strictly or you’re limited to the awkward shuffle. Lyrically, this one is perfect for a wedding night with plenty of romance and a gentle rhythm. 

  1. Amazed – Lonestar

Lonestar’s uber-romantic song, ‘Amazed’ reached number 21 in the UK charts in 2000, delighting fans of country music throughout the world. With a slow to mid tempo, this one is also really easy to dance to even for absolute beginners. 

  1.  The Wonder Of You – Elvis Presley

“The King” of course needs no introduction for most people and, among his many iconic ballads, ‘The Wonder Of You’ is a huge favourite. This 1970 hit reached Number 1 in the UK charts and had an enduring appeal to fans both old and young – making it a fantastic choice for a slow dance song for your wedding night.

  1. Could It Be Magic – Barry Manilow

Yes, yes – we all remember the version by boy band Take That, however, this original by Barry Manilow has a much gentler tempo – but with the same romantic lyrics – making it an ideal song for your wedding slow dance. 

  1. Stargazing – Myles Smith

His distinctive voice has made Luton lad Myles Smith a global superstar and his track, Stargazing, is tailor made for a wedding slow dance with its sentimental and heartfelt lyrics and smooth slow beat. 

  1. Your Song – Elton John

The Rocket Man himself is responsible for some of the world’s most loved ballads and his 1970 hit, Your Song, is a particular favourite. With a gentle tempo and lyrics such as ‘My gift is my song – and this one’s for you’ will lend a touching moment to your big day. 

  1. You’re Still You – Josh Groban

If you want to ensure that there’s not a dry eye in the house then this just may be the song for you (in fact, the author of this article walked down the aisle to this beautiful track). Heartfelt lyrics, soaring strings and Josh’s incredible voice make this memorable song perfect for that all important slow dance at your wedding. 

  1. God Only Knows – The Beach Boys

Best known for their sunshiney boppy tunes, this well-loved song shows a gentler, more romantic side of this iconic band. With lyrics which are perfectly suited to a wedding and a tempo that’s not too challenging, this is a great choice for couples of any age. 

  1. First Time Ever I Saw Your Face – Roberta Flack

This 1969 hit for superstar Roberta Flack is hauntingly beautiful with simple but heartfelt words that will tug at the heartstrings of even the most hardened wedding guest. You may want to practice your dance a few times however as this one is extremely sloooooooooow. 

  1. Love Is All Around – Wet Wet Wet

Immortalised by the smash hit movie, Love Actually, this is a fantastic slow dance song for your wedding and you can choose between this modern version or the original 1967 track by The Troggs. 

  1. How Deep Is Your Love – Bee Gees

If you want to end your evening on a high note (literally) This classic Bee Gees track is a firm favourite with music lovers young and old. Great lyrics with a gentle but toe tapping beat make this the perfect song to close out your special day. 

If music be the food of love, play on

There’s a lot that goes into planning a wedding and the music that you choose literally provides a background track to your big day. Many couples like to pick songs which have personal meaning to them and their relationship while others struggle to find the right tracks for their special day. If you fall into the latter group, we hope that this article has provided you with some valuable musical inspiration for slow dance songs for your wedding night.