Choosing the perfect first dance song is one of the most exciting (and maybe a little stressful) parts of wedding planning. You want something that’s you—a song that tells your story, makes you feel all the feels, and isn’t the same tune everyone else seems to play. We get it! You don’t want your guests looking around like, “Oh, I’ve heard this a thousand times.” So, we’ve done the heavy lifting for you. We gathered up 20 of the best, unique first dance songs for 2025 that will make your moment shine without feeling overdone. Let’s dive in and find the perfect track that’s as one-of-a-kind as your love story!
TYLER CHILDERS – IN YOUR LOVE
Why We Love It: You know that feeling when you hear a song for the first time and you instantly are obsessed? This song did that to us and we haven’t stopped listening since Tyler dropped this incredible love song. The music video is also beyond, it tells such a great story and is a real tear jerker.
MY MORNING JACKET – FEEL YOU
Why We Love It: The instrumentals are incredible and the build up of the song it beautiful.
JUSTIN BEIBER – LIFETIME
Why We Love It: We love seeing this side of our Biebs and the music video includes some of the sweetest raw footage of one of our fave celeb couples.
HOLLOW COVES – BLESSINGS
Why We Love It: This is a super dreamy acoustic song about love and gratitude.
Ben Platt – Grow As We Grow
Why We Love It: There’s a comment on the video of this song that says “this song is the equivalent of when your throat hurts while you’re holding back tears” and that statement couldn’t have been more accurate.
SYML – SWEET HOME
Why We Love It: This is such a peaceful song with perfect harmonies and we always love the idea of talking about what home truly is when you’re married.
CULTS – ALWAYS FOREVER
Why We Love It: This song is so dreamy and nostalgic and offers an effortless romance; we can envision the swaying of the newlyweds dancing to this one.
POOLSIDE – HARVEST MOON
Why We Love It: This is a dreamy, modern take on a Neil Young classic. The song is sooo dang sweet, but also perfect for a current day wedding.
5 SECONDS OF SUMMER – LOVER OF MINE
Why We Love It: This is such a romantic song and the melody is absolutely beautiful.
RYANN DARLING – I CHOOSE YOU
Why We Love It: The lyrics could be turned into vows, they are so dang beautiful and meaningful. We also love this rendition of this song, it’s definitely going to be an unforgettable wedding dance.
THE PAPER KITES – BLOOM
Why We Love It: This song is rotating on our Spotify, not because it’s a love song, but because it is hands down one of the most beautiful songs we’ve ever heard.
BILLY JOEL – YOU’RE MY HOME
Why We Love It: The lyrics tell a sweet love story and the song is just pure nostalgia that hasn’t been used over and over.
BEN RECTOR – FOREVER LIKE THAT
Why We Love It: A sweet heartfelt, acoustic song. The lyrics couldn’t be anymore perfect for a first dance.
CAITLYN SMITH – FLY AWAY
Why We Love It: This is a really fun song! It starts out slow and then once it hits the chorus, you can change up your dance and invite others to join you to get the party started.
HENRY GREEN – ELECTRIC FEEL
Why We Love It: The original is such a fun song and this cover is beyond incredible and it done so well.
GEORGE ERZA – ALL MY LOVE
Why We Love It: This is a fun, upbeat love song and the vocals include Erza’s signature deep tones, it’s lovely.
THE REVIVALISTS – TO LOVE SOMEBODY
Why We Love It: The bluesy instrumental just gives us the warm fuzzies, we could see this playing under the stars for a summer wedding.
KINA GRANNIS – I WILL SPEND MY WHOLE LIFE LOVING YOU
Why We Love It: We’ve all heard Kina’s rendition of the “Cant Help Falling In Love With You” from Crazy Rich Asians, and while that song is beautiful, we’ve been there and done that. We love this song as an alternative if you’re looking to have this sweet voice as part of your wedding.
