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Playlist: Parent Dance Song Favorites
An important moment for any traditional wedding reception is when the parents of the couple are honored and celebrated during the parent dances. Whether these are both done during one song or two separate songs, it's important to choose music with meaningful lyrics and melodies.
The most requested parent dance song from Downbeat’s wedding season was “The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra. Here are some other popular picks:
Top 3 Mother Son Dance Songs from Downbeat weddings:
In My Life by The Beatles
Wind Beneath My Wings by Bette Midler
Forever Young by Rod Stewart
Top 3 Father Daughter Dance Songs from Downbeat weddings:
Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder
My Girl by The Temptations
My Wish by Rascal Flatts
Listen to Downbeat’s "Parent Dance Favorites" playlist on Spotify for more parent dance song favorites and inspiration for your big day! The most important thing to remember when making music selections is finding songs that are meaningful to you and yours!
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