Even if the father-daughter dance isn’t first in your lineup, there’s no denying it will be the highlight of the night for your father. It’s a chance to thank him for the love and support he’s given you over the years.
Because it’s such a significant moment, you’ll want to find the track that gives you the perfect blend of connection and love before moving on to a new stage in your life. This can be a little tricky.
If you haven’t quite found the song that truly evokes the unique emotions in your relationship, here are some of the best father-daughter songs for your wedding:
- “Across the Universe” – Jim Sturgess
- “Ain’t That Love” – Ray Charles
- “Because You Loved Me” – Celine Dion
- “Brown-Eyed Girl” – Van Morrison
- “Butterfly Kisses” – Bob Carlisle
- “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” – Elton John
- “Cinderella” – Steven Curtis Chapman
- “Come Fly with Me” – Frank Sinatra
- “Count on Me” – Bruno Mars
- “Daddy’s Little Girl” – Michael Buble
- “Daddy” – Beyoncé
- “Dance with My Father” – Luther Vandross
- “Daughter” – Loudon Wainwright
- “Daughters” – John Mayer
- “Father and Daughter” – Paul Simon
- “Forever Young” – Rod Stewart
- “God Only Knows” – Beach Boys
- “Gracie” – Ben Folds
- “How Sweet It Is” – James Taylor
- “I Hope You Dance” – Lee Ann Womack
- “I Loved Her First” – Heartland
- “I Wish You Love” – Frank Sinatra
- “I’ll Be There” – Jackson 5
- “In My Life” – The Beatles
- “Isn’t She Lovely” – Stevie Wonder
- “It’s for My Dad” – Nancy Sinatra
- “Just the Way You Are” – Billy Joel
- “Kind and Generous” – Natalie Merchant
- “Love Me Tender” – Elvis Presley
- “My Darling” – Wilco
- “My Girl” – The Temptations
- “My Little Girl” – Tim McGraw
- “My Wish” – Rascal Flatts
- “Over the Rainbow” – Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
- “Sweet Child O’ Mine” – Guns N’ Roses
- “Sweet Pea” – Amos Lee
- “The Keeper of the Stars” – Tracy Byrd
- “The Way You Do the Things You Do” – The Temptations
- “The Way You Look Tonight” – Frank Sinatra
- “The Wonder of You” – Elvis Presley
- “Three Little Birds” – Bob Marley
- “Through the Years” – Kenny Rogers
- “Times of Your Life” – Paul Anka
- “To Sir with Love” – Lulu
- “Unforgettable” – Natalie and Nat King Cole
- “Walk with You” – Edwin McCain
- “What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong
- “When You Need Me” – Bruce Springsteen
- “Wildflowers” – Tom Petty
- “Wing Beneath My Wings” – Bette Midler
- “Wonderful Tonight” – Eric Clapton
- “You Are the Sunshine of My Life” – Stevie Wonder
- “You’re the Inspiration” – Chicago
If this list hasn’t moved you, use any of the songs as a starting point to find related or similar music through any search engine or music app. You’ll discover even more wonderful father-daughter tunes, and we’re sure you’ll find one you love. No matter what song you pick, our Dallas Fort Worth wedding DJs can make the moment special.
