Sweet Serenade: 113 Wedding Cake-Cutting Songs to Make Your Special Moment Even Sweeter

Your wedding cake-cutting moment is the sweetest, most romantic part of your ceremony; it’s a time for you and your partner to share an intimate smile, whisper shared jokes to each other, and even sneak in a gentle kiss or two.

But what could make this moment extra special? The perfect song — something that sets just the right mood for your chosen celebration of love.

To help you on this musical mission we’ve compiled 113 songs specifically designed to be memorable during your cake-cutting ceremony. Put aside “Silver Bells” and all those old jingles about sugar plums…it’s time to welcome some contemporary classics into the mix!

Read on for fun tunes new and old guaranteed to bring charm, laughter, romance — and (of course) sweetness —guaranteed!

See also: 200+ Wedding Dinner Music

Pop Wedding Cake Cutting Songs

Ladies and gentlemen, the moment has finally arrived! It’s time for the famous cake-cutting ceremony at this pop-tastic wedding.

But hold on, we can’t just play any old song for this special event. We need something that screams fun, love, and a little bit of weirdness.

So, we’ve compiled a list of Pop Wedding Cake Cutting Songs that will have you and your guests feeling like you’re in your very own music video. From Ed Sheeran’s “Perfect” to Flo Rida’s “Cake,” these songs will make you the perfect cake! Just kidding! Let’s get this party started and cut some cake to the beat!

1. The Sweet Escape – Gwen Stefani
2. Sugar – Maroon 5
3. Cake By The Ocean – DNCE
4. Love On Top – Beyoncé
5. Perfect – Ed Sheeran
6. Bubbly – Colbie Caillat
7. Build Me Up Buttercup – The Foundations
8. Like I’m Gonna Lose You (feat. John Legend) – Meghan Trainor
9. Marry Me – Jennifer Lopez
10. I Do – Colbie Caillat
11. Take My Hand (The Wedding Song) [feat. Will Anderson] – Emily Hackett
12. No One’s Gonna Love You – Band of Horses
13. Birthday Cake – Rihanna
14. Just the Way You Are – Bruno Mars
15. I Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz
16. Happy Together – The Turtles
17. Marry You – Bruno Mars
18. Sugar, Sugar – The Archies
19. Safe And Sound – Capital Cities
20. Ice Cream – Sarah McLachlan
21. Sweet Thing – Mary J. Blige
22. The Sweetest Love – Robin Thicke
23. Candyman – Christina Aguilera
24. Marry Me – Jason Derulo
25. Lucky – Jason Mraz
26. Candy – Mandy Moore
27. Growing Old With You – Restless Road
28. Cuts Like A Knife – Bryan Adams
29. I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
30. Rain Or Shine – Matthew Perryman Jones
31. Cake – Flo Rida
32. Thinking out Loud – Ed Sheeran
33. Say You Won’t Let Go – James Arthur
34. You Are The Best Thing – Dylan Hartigan
35. Chapel Of Love – The Dixie Cups

Rock Wedding Cake Cutting Songs

Ready to rock your wedding cake-cutting ceremony? Well, you’ve come to the right place, my friend! We’ve compiled a list of rockin’ tunes that’ll have you headbanging instead of just slicing and dicing.

From classic rock anthems to modern hits, there’s something for every type of rock-lovin’ couple out there. So grab your air guitar and let’s dive right in! But first, make sure your cake is sturdy enough to withstand your wild moves – we don’t want any icing mishaps now, do we? Let’s rock and roll, baby!

1. Sweetest Thing – U2
2. You’re My Best Friend – Queen
3. Eat It – “Weird Al” Yankovic
4. Ice Cream Man – Van Halen
5. How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You) – James Taylor
6. Lips Like Sugar – Echo & the Bunnymen
7. 1, 2, 3, 4 – Plain White T’s
8. Love You Madly – CAKE
9. Sweet Emotion – Aerosmith
10. Best Day Of My Life – American Authors
11. Silly Love Songs – Wings
12. Pour Some Sugar On Me – Def Leppard
13. Hit Me With Your Best Shot – Pat Benatar
14. Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
15. Dearest – The Black Keys
16. Pour Some Sugar On Me (2012) – Def Leppard
17. You Make My Dreams (Come True) – Daryl Hall & John Oates

Nostalgia Wedding Cake Cutting Songs

Are you ready to cut the cake and dance your way down memory lane? Nostalgia wedding cake cutting songs are the perfect way to add a touch of whimsy to your big day.

Get ready to party like it’s 1999 (or 1985, or 1970… it’s your choice!) with classic hits from your favorite artists. Whether you’re a fan of the Beatles, Louis Armstrong, or Michael Bublé, there’s a song that will transport you back in time and put a smile on your face.

So break out the tissues (for happy tears, of course) and get ready to dance the night away with your loved ones. It’s time to make some memories that will last a lifetime!

1. Love And Marriage – Frank Sinatra
2. How Sweet It Is – Michael Bublé
3. It Had to Be You (Big Band and Vocals) – Harry Connick, Jr.
4. This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole
5. A Marshmallow World – Dean Martin
6. All You Need Is Love – The Beatles
7. Can’t Smile Without You – Barry Manilow
8. That’s Amore – Dean Martin
9. The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra
10. Recipe For Love – Harry Connick, Jr.
11. I Got You Babe – Sonny & Cher
12. What A Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
13. When I’m Sixty Four – The Beatles
14. Everything – Michael Bublé
15. All I Want Is You – Barry Louis Polisar

Country Wedding Cake Cutting Songs

Get ready to cut the cake and groove to some boot-tapping tunes with these Country Wedding Cake Cutting Songs! We’ve got a selection that’ll make any honky-tonk lover hoot and holler.

Whether you’re two-stepping with your partner or just want to sway to a slow ballad, we’ve got you covered. These songs are sure to make your guests grab their cowboy boots and head to the dance floor.

1. The Irish Wedding Song – Andy Cooney
2. Stuck Like Glue – Sugarland
3. Firecracker – Josh Turner
4. Loving You Easy – Zac Brown Band
5. My Best Friend – Tim McGraw
6. Greatest Love Story – LANCO
7. Lost in This Moment – Big & Rich
8. Sweetheart – Thomas Rhett
9. Die A Happy Man – Thomas Rhett
10. Marry Me – Thomas Rhett
11. Sweet Thing – Keith Urban
12. Honey Bee – Blake Shelton

Soul Wedding Cake Cutting Songs

The traditional cake-cutting moment at a wedding is a time for love, laughter, and lots of sugar! And what better way to set the tone for this sweet moment than with a soulful song that will have you both swaying and smiling?

We’ve compiled a list of soulful tunes that will have your guests singing along and swaying their hips. You’ll want to choose a song that not only reflects your personality, but also captures the essence of your love.

1. By Your Side – Sade
2. How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) – Marvin Gaye
3. P.D.A. (We Just Don’t Care) – John Legend
4. All of Me – John Legend
5. I Can’t Help Myself ( Sugar Pie Honey Bunch) – Four Tops
6. Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
7. You & I (Nobody in the World) – John Legend
8. I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch) – Four Tops
9. Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours) – Stevie Wonder
10. For Once In My Life – Stevie Wonder
11. Love Light In Flight – Stevie Wonder

Unique Wedding Cake Cutting Songs

Wedding cake cutting songs can be a tricky business. There’s the old standby, “Cut the Cake” by Average White Band, but everyone and their uncle has already danced to that one.

So why not shake things up with some unexpected genre choices? Want to go Fairytale? Throw on some Disney songs and cut that cake in “A Whole New World”. Feeling Hawaiian? Fly “Over The Rainbow” with Israel Kamakawiwoʻole’s iconic rendition.

The possibilities are endless, so why settle for boring? Let’s make the cake-cutting ceremony one to remember!

1. I Wanna Grow Old With You (as made famous by Adam Sandler) – Hilarious Hit Makers
2. Grow Old with You – Adam Sandler
3. Better Together – Jack Johnson
4. The Wedding Song – Kenny G
5. You And Me – Lifehouse
6. XO – John Mayer
7. The Good, The Bad and The Ugly – Ennio Morricone
8. Jaws: Theme from “Jaws” – John Williams
9. Super Mario Bros. (Main Theme) – 8-Bit Arcade
10. I Want Candy – Bow Wow Wow
11. Kiss Me – Sixpence None The Richer
12. Love Is Strange – Mickey & Sylvia
13. Candy Girl – New Edition
14. My Favourite Book – Stars
15. A Whole New World (Aladdin’s Theme) – Peabo Bryson
16. Power of Love / Love Power – Luther Vandross
17. Over The Rainbow – Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
18. Spin Spin Sugar – Sneaker Pimps
19. Is This Love – Bob Marley & The Wailers
20. Say Hey (I Love You) – Michael Franti & Spearhead (Feat. Cherine Anderson)
21. Dexter Main Title – Rolfe Kent
22. Cut the Cake – Average White Band
23. Candy – Cameo

Conclusion

You’ve officially reached the sweet end of your search for the perfect wedding cake-cutting song! We hope you find something that resonates with you and that helps make your special moment even sweeter.

And if none of these songs fit the bill, perhaps inspirational advice from Leslie Knope can help get the creative juices flowing: “Sometimes you gotta work a little, so you can ball a lot.”

So, let the cake-cutting inspire creativity—not just in how to customize your slice, but also in finding a memorable melody that makes your big day just a little more special. Now go ahead and go live happily ever after!

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Ana Medea

Hello, dear, I’m Ana, your resident writer and mama extraordinaire here at magicaldayweddings.com. As a proud mother of two adorable kiddos, my life is like a crazy, beautiful whirlwind of diapers and doodles, and I wouldn’t have it any other way!

When I’m not busy with wedding writing, you can find me indulging in my hobbies of experimenting with different DIY crafts, from hand-painting custom wedding signs, to creating unique favors and decor from recycled materials.

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