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Couples spend lots of time thinking of the perfect first dance song, or their favorite tunes that are “must plays.” But if you’re working with a DJ or cover band, you’ll want to spend some time thinking about the worst wedding songs and putting together your Do Not Play list. After all, there’s nothing worse than hearing some creepy breakup song during a romantic wedding, even if it is a Top 40 hit.

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By nature, the father daughter dance is a little bit sappy. If you do it right, there won’t be a dry eye in the house. But that doesn’t mean that you have to choose a trite song that your guests have heard at every wedding. Here are dozens of non-cheesy father daughter dance songs from every genre.

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I think the best weddings have romantic and beautiful ceremonies, and receptions that feel like great all-out parties. Wedding music is perhaps the most important element of making your guests go home saying, “Man, that was a fun wedding.” If you want to ensure that your guests are dancing and having fun all night long, here are my tips for great wedding music.

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If the father-daughter dance is done right, there won’t be a dry eye in the house when it’s over. When it’s time to cut a rug with dear ol’ dad, the song you pick is key—and the options are seemingly endless. Should you go with a classic favorite, like Wind Beneath My Wings, by Bette Midler, or Isn’t She Lovely, by Stevie Wonder…or something a little less expected? Are you looking for a tune that’s soft and sweet or something that will have guests on their feet? To narrow things down, it’s a good idea to focus on tunes that have lyrics you can relate to, or songs that both you and Dad have always enjoyed. Need a little inspiration? Here are 10 DJ-approved ideas that might help.

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Figuring out what to dance with mom at the reception can be difficult if you make it that way. Pick something that she will like and relate to not what you will relate to. So your favorites like “Pop that Coochie” and “Lolipop” won’t work here. So do some research and ask around. Include your sibling and father for suggestions, they do come in handy. If they don’t, here is a list of songs you can dance to with your mom at the reception for the mother son dance.

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Wedding music is perhaps the most important element of making your guests go home saying, “Man, that was a fun wedding.” If you want to ensure that your guests are dancing and having fun all night long, here are my tips for great wedding music.

Variety is Key in Wedding Music
What appeals to your high school friends is not going to be exactly the same as what appeals to your business colleagues. So mix things up and play some of each. If you do it right, the guests who come to the floor for KC & the Sunshine Band will stick around for Beyonce.

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When envisioning your wedding reception, do you see the beauty of early morning light dancing through the trees or an all night, all-out party? There are so many different types of wedding receptions, there’s going to be one right for your style, AND your budget.

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He can’t dance, neither can you, and what to do about it

Dancing with another person is fast becoming a lost art. It’s just not part of our upbringing anymore, and dancing – as in the kind of dancing you did in high school – isn’t the kind that is envisioned when it comes to your husband-to-be and your first dance.

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A Guide to What Happens During a Wedding Reception

You’ve done the hard work, now it is time to party! Here’s a guide to what typically happens at wedding receptions, including seated dinners, cocktails only, and brunches.

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