The ultimate list of the most romantic songs to walk down the aisle to

by John Griffith
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Organizing a wedding is no easy task! There are so many things you need to think about – venue, vendors, decorations, etc. So, because your mind is so occupied with all these big decisions, sometimes you may forget about the smaller details. Some of these smaller details are music. First of all, you definitely need to make sure you are getting a DJ with a wedding experience. Someone like that will definitely know how to read the crowd and get people on the dance floor. However, even the best DJs need some guidelines. There are a few instances throughout a wedding where it is up to the bride and groom to pick the specific songs. This is why, in this article, we are focusing specifically on one of these moments. So, here is the definitive playlist of the best songs to walk down the aisle to.

Your walk down the aisle is a special moment and should be celebrated with a good song

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What are the best songs to walk down the aisle to?

For this list, we have chosen some of the most popular songs heard around the world. We are going to provide many options – from classical to pop and rock. Whether you are looking for something more traditional, or something that will surprise your guests, explore this playlist. You will definitely be able to find the most suitable song for yourself and for the vibe of your whole wedding.

Consider what you want the vibe of the wedding to be 

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Classic songs to walk down the aisle to

  • Bridal chorus – Wagner (needless to say this is the most traditional song, used by brides all over the world)
  • Ave verum corpus – Mozart
  • Ave Maria – Bach
  • Canon in D – Pachelbel
  • The Swan – Saint-Saens

The first thing you should do as you walk down the aisle is look at your future husband – his reaction is something you will remember forever

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Traditional slow wedding entrance songs

  • At last – Etta James
  • Wonderful tonight – Eric Clapton
  • Kiss from a rose – Seal
  • La vie en rose – Edith Piaf
  • Can you feel the love tonight – Elton John
  • Can’t help falling in love – Elvis Presley
  • Endless love – Lionel Richie and Diana Ross
  • Moon river – Frank Sinatra
  • Have I told you lately – Tony Benett
  • The book of love – Peter Gabriel
  • Come rain or come shine – Ray Charles
  • Beautiful in white – Shane Filan
  • She – Charles Aznavour
  • You had me from hello – Bon Jovi
  • This I promise you – Ronan Keating

Having your father walking you down the aisle is one of the best feelings in the world

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Alternative bride walking down the aisle songs

  • Wedding song – Yeah Yeah Yeahs
  • Marry me – Train
  • Love is a battlefield – Pat Benatar
  • Baby I love you – The Ramones
  • Never tear us apart – Paloma Faith
  • Come away with me – Norah Jones
  • Never let me go – Florence + The Machine
  • Songbird – Fleetwood Mac
  • Sea of love – Phil Phillips
  • Stand by me – Ben E King

Your entrance song sets the mood for your whole wedding

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Fun and unique walking down the aisle songs

  • Marry you – Bruno Mars
  • Just the way you are – Bruno Mars
  • XO – John Mayer
  • Thinking out loud – Ed Sheeran
  • Lucky – Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat
  • Bubbly – Colbie Calliat
  • I’m yours – Jason Mraz
  • Paradise – Coldplay
  • Eye of the tiger – Survivor
  • Chapel of love – Dixie Cups
  • Celebration – Kool & The Gang
  • Take my hand (The wedding song) – Emily Hackett and Will Anderson
  • Sugar – Maroon 5
  • She’s got this thing about her – Chris Young
  • Beautiful crazy – Luke Combs

This is a moment you will cherish forever

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You can also use Crazy Love by Van Morrison

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Or Hearts don’t break around here by the king of love songs – Ed Sheeran

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I found love by BeBe & CeCe Winans

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Perfect by Ed Sheeran has become one of the most popular wedding songs

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Walking your child down the aisle is the most wholesome moment

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You can have a cool song playing as you and your new hubby leave the ceremony as Mr and Mrs

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The gorgeous Meghan Markle walking down the aisle

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There are so many good songs to choose from

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John Griffith
John Griffith

John Griffith is a young, passionate journalist. Writing has been John’s hobby ever since he was a boy. He has worked in some of the UK’s most successful news portals over the course of his professional career but found his forever home at Archzine.

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