Alexander Padei (DJ/Singer/HOST)

Choosing the right songs for your wedding can be a daunting task, but it's important to pick music that reflects your personalities and sets the tone for your special day. Here are some tips on how to select the right songs for the different special moments in a wedding.  

Processional: The processional is the entrance of the wedding party and the bride, it's usually accompanied by the wedding march. It's important to choose a song that is meaningful to you and sets the tone for the ceremony. It could be a classical piece or a more modern song that holds a special place in your hearts. 

1. "Canon in D" by Johann Pachelbel  
2. "A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri  
3. "The Wedding March" by Felix Mendelssohn  
4. "Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles  
5. "Marry Me" by Train  
6. "Bridal Chorus" from Lohengrin by Richard Wagner  
7. "All of Me" by John Legend  
8. "I Choose You" by Sara Bareilles  
9. "Tale as Old as Time" from Beauty and the Beast  
10. "A Moment Like This" by Kelly Clarkson 

Recessional: The recessional is the exit of the wedding party after the ceremony, and it's usually a more upbeat song to signify the start of the celebration. This is a great opportunity to choose a song that is a favorite of yours as a couple or something that you both enjoy dancing to. 

1. "Happy" by Pharrell Williams  
2. "Can't Stop" by Red Hot Chili Peppers  
3. "Marry You" by Bruno Mars  
4. "I Gotta Feeling" by Black Eyed Peas  
5. "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" by Stevie Wonder  
6. "Love on Top" by Beyoncé  
7. "I'm Yours" by Jason Mraz  
8. "Put It All On Me" by Ed Sheeran  
9. "Good Life" by OneRepublic  
10. "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell 

First Dance: The first dance as a married couple is a special moment that sets the tone for the rest of the reception. It's important to choose a song that is meaningful and reflects your relationship. It could be a song that was playing when you first met or a song that has special significance to you as a couple. 

1. "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston  
2. "All of Me" by John Legend  
3. "Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley  
4. "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith  
5. "You Are the Love of My Life" by Sam Cooke  
6. "A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri  
7. "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran  
8. "I Choose You" by Sara Bareilles  
9. "Can't Help Falling in Love" by Haley Reinhart  
10. "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran 

Last Dance: The last dance is the final song of the night, and it's important to choose a song that leaves a lasting impression on your guests and sets a celebratory tone as they leave. A good idea is to choose an upbeat and catchy song that will get guests to stay on the dance floor till the end of the night. 

1. "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond  
2. "Livin' on a Prayer" by Bon Jovi  
3. "Shout" by The Isley Brothers  
4. "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey  
5. "Closing Time" by Semisonic  
6. "We Are Family" by Sister Sledge  
7. "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" by Whitney Houston  
8. "Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison  
9. "You Make My Dreams" by Hall & Oates  
10. "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" by Michael Jackson 

Garter Toss and Bouquet Toss: These are both traditional moments during the reception that are often accompanied by playful and lighthearted songs. The garter toss is traditionally a slow song, while the bouquet toss is usually a faster, more upbeat song. 

1. "I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred  
2. "Hot in Herre" by Nelly  
3. "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)" by Beyoncé  
4. "Pour Some Sugar on Me" by Def Leppard  
5. "Love Shack" by The B-52s  
6. "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper  
7. "Crazy in Love" by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z  
8. "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor  
9. "I Kissed a Girl" by Katy Perry  
10. "Seduction" by Madonna  
11. "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)" by Beyoncé  
12. "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor  
13. "Man, I Feel Like a Woman" by Shania Twain  
14. "All the Single Ladies" by Beyoncé  
15. "Hit Me with Your Best Shot" by Pat Benatar  
16. "I'm Every Woman" by Whitney Houston  
17. "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper  
18. "Wannabe" by Spice Girls  
19. "I Want It That Way" by Backstreet Boys  
20. "It's Raining Men" by The Weather Girls 

Parent Dances: Parent dances are a special moment for the parents of the bride and groom, it's an opportunity to honor them and show appreciation. Choosing a song that is special to them can make this moment even more emotional and meaningful. It could be a song that reminds them of their own wedding day, or a song that they both enjoy. 

1. "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts  
2. "The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra  
3. "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong  
4. "A Song for My Daughter" by Ray Allaire  
5. "Dance with My Father" by Luther Vandross  
6. "Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion  
7. "Through the Years" by Kenny Rogers  
8. "My Girl" by The Temptations  
9. "In My Life" by The Beatles  
10. "I Loved Her First" by Heartland 

When it comes to selecting songs for your wedding, it's important to choose music that reflects your personalities and sets the tone for the event. Take your time to choose the songs that have special significance to you and your partner, and that will make your wedding a truly special and unforgettable day for you and your guests.