Sip, Sway, Repeat: 444 Wedding Cocktail Hour Songs You Can’t Resist

It’s hard to beat the beauty of a perfect wedding cocktail hour. From the whimsical clinking of glasses filled to the brim with bubbly drinks, to friends and family gathered around in cheers, there’s truly nothing like it.

And you know what makes this picture-perfect scenario even better? A great soundtrack! Believe it or not, your choice of musical accompaniment can completely change the atmosphere and make or break your cocktail hour – so why take any chances?

To ensure that your first dance as newlyweds is punctuated by plenty of head bobbing and toe tapping from everyone present (not just you two!), we’ve put together an exclusive list of 444 amazing songs for your wedding cocktail hour. Read on for tunes that’ll guarantee some seriously spirited sipping!

See also: 200+ Wedding Dinner Music

Upbeat Cocktail Hour Songs

Are you a firm believer that a good musical playlist is the key to a successful party? Same here! And this is especially true when it comes to wedding cocktail hours.

Let’s face it, while everyone is waiting for the happy couple to finish their photo session, we need some tunes to keep the mood going. That’s why we’ve put together a list of our favorite Upbeat songs that are perfect for wedding cocktail hours.

And why Upbeat, you ask? Well, because we don’t want to put your guests to sleep, do we? We want them to enjoy their drinks, socialize, and maybe even bust a move or two. So, buckle up, put on your dancing shoes (or your flats, we don’t judge), and get ready to have some fun.

1. Slow Down (with H.E.R.) – Skip Marley
2. Love You For A Long Time – Maggie Rogers
3. Marry Me – Jason Derulo
4. Slow Dance (feat. Ava Max) – AJ Mitchell
5. Just the Way – Parmalee
6. Better – Khalid
7. Have It All – Jason Mraz
8. Stuck Like Glue – Sugarland
9. Dancing in the Moonlight – Toploader
10. She Drives Me Crazy – Fine Young Cannibals
11. Ring on Every Finger – LOCASH
12. I Got You – Michael Franti & Spearhead
13. L O V E L O V E – Jeremy Lister
14. Classic – MKTO
15. Capital Letters – Hailee Steinfeld
16. Whatever Forever Is – Devin Dawson
17. I Like Me Better – Lauv
18. Happy Together – The Turtles
19. Nervous – Shawn Mendes
20. Because Of You – Ne-Yo
21. Trumpets – Jason Derulo
22. Morning Light (feat. Alicia Keys) – Justin Timberlake
23. You Changed Everything – This Wild Life
24. In Your Eyes – The Weeknd
25. September – Spencer Kane
26. Glad You Exist – Dan + Shay
27. Share That Love (feat. G-Eazy) – Lukas Graham
28. When You Love Somebody – Robin Thicke
29. Best of You (with Elle King) – Andy Grammer
30. Big, Big Plans – Chris Lane
31. Dance with Me (feat. Thomas Rhett & Young Thug) – Diplo
32. Heartworks – Wingtip
33. No Air (feat. Chris Brown) – Jordin Sparks
34. Summer Feelings (feat. Charlie Puth) – Lennon Stella
35. Baby Love – The Supremes
36. JUMPIN (feat. MILES) – Jake Miller
37. She Sets The City On Fire – Gavin DeGraw
38. Love Me Now – John Legend
39. Beyond – Leon Bridges
40. All Love Everything – Aloe Blacc
41. Summer on You – PRETTYMUCH
42. Cross My Mind – A R I Z O N A
43. Pusher Love Girl – Justin Timberlake
44. Treasure – Bruno Mars
45. What A Man Gotta Do – Jonas Brothers
46. You Make My Dreams (Come True) – Daryl Hall & John Oates
47. Sing – Ed Sheeran
48. Wild (feat. Gary Clark Jr.) – John Legend
49. Crazy Beautiful – Andy Grammer
50. Somebody To Love – Queen
51. Good Together – HONNE
52. Love Story – Taylor Swift
53. Sucker – Jonas Brothers
54. Circles – Wyn Starks
55. Dear Future Husband – Meghan Trainor
56. Nervous – Nick Jonas
57. You Look Good – Lady A
58. Acid Dreams – MAX
59. It Would Be You – Ben Rector
60. Let’s Get Married – Jagged Edge
61. Watermelon Sugar – Harry Styles
62. Nobody but Me – Michael Bublé
63. Anyone – Justin Bieber
64. Adore You – Harry Styles
65. Catching Feelings (feat. SIX60) – Drax Project
66. Just the Way You Are – Bruno Mars
67. Here With Me – Jada Facer
68. These Are The Times (feat. JRM) – Martin Garrix
69. Doing to Me – Lou Sedo
70. Slow Hands – Niall Horan
71. Ain’t Nothin Like The One I’ve Got – Calvin Richardson
72. Style – Taylor Swift
73. Love So Soft – Kelly Clarkson
74. Put It All on Me (feat. Ella Mai) – Ed Sheeran
75. I Found You – Cash Cash
76. You Can’t Hurry Love – Phil Collins
77. Butterflies – Kacey Musgraves
78. Savage Love – Jawsh 685
79. I Freaking Love You – Rookie
80. Dancing in the Street – Stephen Day
81. Valerie (feat. Amy Winehouse) – Mark Ronson
82. Roll With Me – Davie
83. Tell You Something – MICHAEL DAYS
84. Stick Around – Bernhard Cohen
85. Something Tells Me – BAILEN
86. Strawberry Lemonade – Joel Simpson
87. R.O.T.N. – The Funk Nugs
88. First Day on Set – Clover Post

Country Cocktail Hour Music

Y’all know what they say about country music, right? It’s all about the three “B’s”: Boots, Booze, and Breakups. But hear me out, folks, because country music can also be the perfect choice for your wedding cocktail hour.

Why? Well, first of all, it’s got that laid-back, easygoing vibe that’s perfect for sipping cocktails and mingling with your guests. And let’s not forget the love songs, people! Country music is practically built on ’em.

So sure, you might shed a tear or two when you hear a classic like “I Cross My Heart,” but you’ll also be tapping your toes to some of the most toe-tappin’ tunes around. So pour yourself a drink, find a cozy spot to relax, and let the country twang transport you to wedding bliss.

1. When You Know You Know – Tim & The Glory Boys
2. Pretty Heart – Parker McCollum
3. We Get By – Cody Jinks
4. Blessed – Thomas Rhett
5. Mamma Song – Cody Jinks
6. Tryin’ To Untangle My Mind – Chris Stapleton
7. Golden Hour – Kacey Musgraves
8. What Are You Listening To? – Chris Stapleton
9. Money On You – Chad Brownlee
10. We’re Gonna Dance – Cody Jinks
11. Bar, Guitar and a Honky Tonk Crowd – Whiskey Myers
12. The Devil Named Music – Chris Stapleton
13. The Feels – Maren Morris
14. Meant to Be (feat. Florida Georgia Line) – Bebe Rexha
15. Without Your Love – Chris Stapleton
16. Cold – Chris Stapleton
17. Lightning Bugs and Rain – Whiskey Myers
18. A Simple Song – Chris Stapleton
19. Rolling Stone – Whiskey Myers
20. I’m On Fire – Town Mountain
21. Knee Deep (feat. Jimmy Buffett) – Zac Brown Band
22. Somewhere in the Middle – Cody Jinks
23. Scarecrow In The Garden – Chris Stapleton
24. Keep The Wolves Away – Uncle Lucius
25. Virginia – Whiskey Myers
26. Where the Sun Don’t Shine – Whiskey Myers
27. Dogwood – Whiskey Myers
28. Change Your Name – Brett Young
29. Make You Mine – High Valley
30. Fire Away – Chris Stapleton
31. Revival – Zach Bryan
32. Prayed For You – Matt Stell
33. Arkansas – Chris Stapleton
34. Coulda Loved You Longer – Adam Doleac
35. In Case You Didn’t Know – Boyce Avenue
36. High Horse – Kacey Musgraves
37. You – Dan + Shay
38. Make Me Wanna – Thomas Rhett
39. Tennessee Whiskey – Chris Stapleton
40. The Way I Am – Cody Jinks
41. Traveling Man – Zach Bryan
42. Closer To You – Carly Pearce
43. Body Like A Back Road – Sam Hunt
44. Obsessed – Dan + Shay
45. I Was Wrong – Chris Stapleton
46. Broken Halos – Chris Stapleton
47. Broken Window Serenade – Whiskey Myers
48. Where We Started – Thomas Rhett
49. Single Man – High Valley
50. Heading South – Zach Bryan
51. Reckoning – Whiskey Myers
52. Blame It On My Youth – The Headliner Trio
53. Speechless – Dan + Shay
54. The Only One – Music Travel Love
55. Morristown Blue – Mitch Coleman
56. Reckless Love – Hollier
57. When we danced – Annie Berenson
58. Might As Well Get Stoned – Chris Stapleton
59. Someone Great – Corentin Ollivier
60. Good as You – Kane Brown
61. Wagon Wheel – Darius Rucker

Rock Cocktail Hour Songs

Why settle for boring elevator music during cocktail hour when you can rock out with some classic tunes? We’ve compiled a list of the best rock songs to get your wedding guests grooving and sipping on their drinks.

From Queen to X Ambassadors, these songs are sure to get your guests pumped up for the reception. Plus, who doesn’t love a little guitar solo during their hors d’oeuvres? Don’t be afraid to add a little rock to your special day – it might just be the perfect touch of edge and energy that your guests will remember for years to come.

1. Crazy Little Thing Called Love – Queen
2. Night Moves – Bob Seger
3. Reelin’ In The Years – Steely Dan
4. Tupelo Honey – Van Morrison
5. How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) – James Taylor
6. You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet – Bachman-Turner Overdrive
7. Baby Hold On (2022 Remaster) – Eddie Money
8. I’m Still Standing – Elton John
9. The Weight – The Band
10. Stand by Me – Ben E. King
11. Dancing In The Moonlight – King Harvest
12. Black Water – The Doobie Brothers
13. Feel Like Makin’ Love (Remastered Album Version) – Bad Company
14. Domino – Van Morrison
15. Pay No Rent – Turnpike Troubadours
16. Before The Devil Knows We’re Dead – Turnpike Troubadours
17. Crazy Love – Van Morrison
18. Make You Mine – PUBLIC
19. Warm Love – Van Morrison
20. Material Girl – Walk Off the Earth
21. Bell Bottom Blues – Derek & The Dominos
22. Shine A Little Light – Jeremy Fisher
23. Your Smiling Face – James Taylor
24. Part of Me – Tedeschi Trucks Band
25. Sweet Thing – Van Morrison
26. How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You) – James Taylor
27. Here Comes My Girl – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
28. Kids – Young Gun Silver Fox
29. Dark Eyed Gal – Christian Parker
30. Rhythm Of Love – Plain White T’s
31. Belong – X Ambassadors
32. Best Day Of My Life – American Authors
33. And Then Some – Arkells
34. Listen to the Music – The Doobie Brothers
35. Easton & Main – Turnpike Troubadours
36. This Must Be The Place – Sure Sure
37. Woman in White – Current Swell
38. Good One Comin’ on – Blackberry Smoke
39. Everything’s Gonna Be Alright – Mike Mains & The Branches
40. Burning Love – Elvis Presley
41. When They Fight, They Fight – Generationals
42. What I Like About You – The Romantics
43. Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison
44. 7 & 7 – Turnpike Troubadours
45. Wildflowers – Tom Petty
46. Southside Of Heaven – Ryan Bingham

Pop Cocktail Hour Songs

Get your party hats on, folks! We are talking about the best pop songs for your wedding cocktail hour.

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “But, I want to be all sophisticated and classy during that time,” well let me tell you, nothing screams class more than a poppin’ pop tune. Not only will it get Grandma and Grandpa tapping their feet, but also it’ll keep the dance floor packed all night long.

From Bruno Mars to Justin Bieber, we’ve got the perfect playlist for every pop-lovin’ couple out there. Don’t believe us? Take a sip of that signature cocktail and let the tunes do the talking. You’ll thank us later.

1. Beautiful People (feat. Khalid) – Ed Sheeran
2. New To You (with Normani, Tinashe, & Offset) – Calvin Harris
3. Electric Love – BØRNS
4. It’s Real – Real Estate
5. ILYSB – LANY
6. Touching Heaven – Johnnyswim
7. Dreaming Of You – Selena
8. Good Lovin’ – The Young Rascals
9. This Is Our Time – WILD
10. Good To Be Alive (Hallelujah) – Andy Grammer
11. Call It Dreaming – Iron & Wine
12. Ophelia – The Lumineers
13. You and I – Ingrid Michaelson
14. Can’t Help Falling In Love – Kina Grannis
15. Goodbye Belongs to You – Matt Hartke
16. Love – Matt White
17. Nothing Can Stop Us – Us The Duo
18. golden hour – JVKE
19. Alaska – Maggie Rogers
20. dancing in the kitchen – LANY
21. I Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz
22. #Beautiful – Mariah Carey
23. The One I Love – Tyrone Wells
24. No Matter Where You Are – Us The Duo
25. Love Of My Life – Harry Styles
26. Someone To You – BANNERS
27. Life Is Good – The Hunts
28. Love You Different (feat. BEAM) – Justin Bieber
29. Take Yours, I’ll Take Mine – Matthew Mole
30. Confirmation – Justin Bieber
31. Line By Line (feat. Maren Morris) – JP Saxe
32. I Feel Good About This – The Mowgli’s
33. Better Together – Us The Duo
34. Love Like This – Ben Rector
35. If You’re Not The One – Daniel Bedingfield
36. Tenerife Sea – Ed Sheeran
37. Fallin’ For You – Colbie Caillat
38. Barcelona – George Ezra
39. Saturday Sun – Vance Joy
40. Versace on the Floor – Bruno Mars
41. Marry Me – Train
42. DANCE – DNCE
43. Ring the Bells – Johnnyswim
44. White Dress – Ben Rector
45. Say You Won’t Let Go – Boyce Avenue
46. Girls Like You (feat. Cardi B) – Maroon 5
47. Summertime Romance – Johnnyswim
48. Real Love Baby – Father John Misty
49. Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl) – Looking Glass
50. Brand New – Ben Rector
51. Love Song – Sara Bareilles
52. Paradise – George Ezra
53. Keep It Simple (feat. Wilder Woods) – Matoma
54. Give A Little – Maggie Rogers
55. Collide – Howie Day
56. Love Someone – Lukas Graham
57. There Is Only One You – Us The Duo
58. Wanted Man – Mat Kearney
59. Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing – Tori Kelly
60. Don’t Wanna Be Without Ya – Penny and Sparrow
61. Biblical – Calum Scott
62. Wedding Dress – Levi Hummon
63. AMAZING – Rex Orange County
64. Growing Old With You – Restless Road
65. Lost Without U – Robin Thicke
66. Good Day for Marrying You – Dave Barnes
67. Stubborn Love – The Lumineers
68. The Way – Ariana Grande
69. Companion – Humming House
70. Truly Madly Deeply – Yoke Lore
71. Lucky – Jason Mraz
72. Let Me Love You – Mario
73. Brighter Than The Sun – Colbie Caillat
74. Sunday Morning – Maroon 5
75. Love On Top – Beyoncé
76. Shivers – Ed Sheeran
77. Sweet Pea – Amos Lee
78. I Wanna Know – Ernie Halter
79. Sugar – Maroon 5
80. You Bring Me Home – The Suddenlys
81. Banks of Noon – The Lyon Hearts
82. Fly Me To The Moon (In Other Words) – Frank Sinatra
83. I’ve Got The World On A String – Al Fowler Trio
84. Ordinary – Wayne Brady
85. Holy (feat. Chance The Rapper) – Justin Bieber
86. I Choose You – Ryann Darling

Jazz Cocktail Hour Music

When it comes to choosing the perfect tunes for your wedding cocktail hour, the options are endless. But may we suggest a genre that brings a certain flair and sophistication to any event?

That’s right, we’re talking about jazz, baby! With its smooth melodies and sultry beats, jazz songs can transform your cocktail hour from a stuffy mingling session to a hip and happening bash. Plus, who doesn’t love a good sax solo?

Jazz is timeless, classy, and just the right amount of funky. So let your guests sip on their signature cocktails and bask in the cool vibes of jazz music at your wedding cocktail hour. Trust us, Miles Davis would approve.

1. Pink Balloons – Manuel Cali Band
2. Forever Promises – Magpie Jazz Trio
3. I’m Glad There’s You – Gene Hart Trio
4. Could It Be You – Benjamine Leroy Quartet
5. Familiarity – We Three Trio
6. East Of The Sun – The Bob Davis Group
7. Stillness is a Gift – James Jackson Jazz Trio
8. Never Stop (Wedding Version) – SafetySuit
9. Better Together – Jack Johnson
10. Whitsunday Islands – Long Island Quartet
11. At Last – Etta James
12. My Heart Stood Still – Yorkville
13. Woodland – Mabon Clarke Quartet
14. Your Body Is a Wonderland – John Mayer
15. That´s All – Odo Lefebvre
16. Wedgewood – Josh Lavender Trio
17. Your Shining Eyes – Wildflower Trio
18. Fine By Me – Andy Grammer
19. Don’t Take Me For Granted – Odo Lefebvre
20. Precious Love – James Morrison
21. There Goes My Heart – Baxter Williams
22. Clear Sight – Midtown Trio
23. A Four-Letter Spell – James Jackson Jazz Trio
24. Queen of California – John Mayer
25. Everytime We Fall – Eddie Harper
26. XO – John Mayer
27. Bring Some Lovin’ – Flatland Park
28. Baubles, Bangles & Beads – Nick Osman Trio
29. I Concentrate On You – The Blue Green
30. 85 – Andy Grammer
31. Bonfire Heart – James Blunt
32. Come Away With Me – Norah Jones
33. Where Or When – Nelly Vernon
34. The April Skies – LaSalle Street Trio
35. These Foolish Things – Tyrone Coates & Friends
36. That’s gotta be it – Charles Daisey & Friends
37. Le jardin de l’espoir – Sparrow & Bird
38. You’re A Rainbow – Paul Moretti Trio
39. Easy Living – The Bob Davis Group
40. Upside Down – Jack Johnson
41. You Do Something To Me – Belmont Central
42. Evening Dance – Carla Anderson
43. Song for Elmore – Norris Walker Trio
44. Perfection Is A Promise – 6th Street Jazz
45. I’ll Never Stop Loving You – Charlie Regan Three
46. Look For The Silver Lining – Bill Parker
47. Nostalgia – Belmont Central
48. You Can Call Me Love – Fish and Scale
49. You’re Just Full of Inspiration – Lachlan Wright Trio
50. You Go To My Heart – Darlington
51. A Hundred Years From Today – Arin Hughes Trio
52. That Old Feeling – Pablo Ilanda Trio
53. The Days Of Wine And Roses – Kingsley Thomas
54. Nancy (WIth The Laughing Face) – Cecil Andrews
55. A Sleepin’ Bee – Bill Walton
56. The Very Thought Of You – Rudy Winston
57. For Heaven’s Sake – Felix McCoy Quartet
58. Something About Her Smile – 6th Street Jazz
59. A Walk In Your Heart – 6th Street Jazz
60. I’ve Grown Accustomed To Your Face – John B. Stewart
61. More Than You Know – Charlie Regan Three

Nostalgia and Folk Cocktail Hour Songs

Wedding cocktail hour is like the appetizer to the main course of the reception. And just like the appetizer, you want it to be delicious and leave your guests wanting more.

That’s where the magical combination of nostalgia and folk songs comes in. Sure, they may not be the latest Top 40 hits, but who needs those when you can transport your guests back to simpler times, filled with memories of childhood and warm summer nights by the campfire?

So why not swap out the usual playlist for some folksy tunes that will transport your guests back to a simpler time? Trust us, they’ll thank you for it.

1. More – Bobby Darin
2. Everything – Michael Bublé
3. Luck Be A Lady – Frank Sinatra
4. My Funny Valentine – Tony Bennett
5. You Make Me Feel So Young – Frank Sinatra
6. Here, There And Everywhere – The Beatles
7. (‘Til) I Kissed You – The Everly Brothers
8. I’ll Never Not Love You – Michael Bublé
9. This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole
10. Dream A Little Dream Of Me – Ella Fitzgerald
11. Home town – Cole Peers trio
12. New Moon Mud – Tracy Jo & the Toads
13. Be Like You – Cabela and Schmitt
14. You Can Call Me Love – Fish and Scale
15. Back to Jackson – Jason Eady & The Wayward Apostles
16. Did you dream too – Noel Hayes
17. Heartache and a Memory – The Vegabonds
18. Holograms – Rossdale Junction
19. Smile – Nordic Quartet
20. Autumn in Berlin – William Claeson
21. Last Call – Glass Trio
22. Everything – The Skupien Brothers
23. Spring Evening – Vendla
24. Crossroads – Tomas Ferdinand
25. Springtime – Téo Freire
26. Little Boat – Trio Del Norte
27. Margaret Dances – Lachlan Wright Trio
28. Remembering The Rain – Wonder Eve
29. Me + You – Drew Angus
30. Dressed Up In White – CAL
31. If It All Came Down To This – Peter Serrado
32. Let’s Not – Danny Ryan Jazz Band

Indie Cocktail Hour Music

Let’s face it, weddings can be a little stuffy. Between the formal dresses, constricting suits, and obligatory small talk, it’s easy to feel like you’re trapped in a fancy but slightly uncomfortable prison.

That’s where indie music comes in. A little bit alternative, a little bit rebellious, indie music brings a refreshing dose of laid-back cool to any occasion – even a wedding cocktail hour.

Picture yourself sipping a craft cocktail and grooving to the sounds of Caamp or Judah & the Lion. It’s like a breath of fresh air amidst all the pomp and circumstance. So go ahead, add some indie flair to your wedding and let the good vibes flow.

1. I Would Do Anything for You – Foster The People
2. Feathered Indians – Tyler Childers
3. Daylight – Matt and Kim
4. Surefire – Wilderado
5. Shake the Frost (Live) – Tyler Childers
6. All Your’n – Tyler Childers
7. Want You Back – HAIM
8. Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding
9. Nose On The Grindstone (OurVinyl Sessions) – Tyler Childers
10. I Believe in a Thing Called Love – Branches
11. Valerie – The Brothers Comatose
12. Lady May – Tyler Childers
13. By and By – Caamp
14. 26 – Caamp
15. Whitehouse Road – Tyler Childers
16. Darlin’ – Houndmouth
17. HandClap – Fitz and The Tantrums
18. I Got You Babe – Boom Forest
19. Still Falling For You – Ellie Goulding
20. Moonshine – North Mississippi Allstars
21. When I Get My Hands On You – The New Basement Tapes
22. How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding
23. Whole Wide World – Bahamas
24. My Type – Saint Motel
25. Charleston Girl (Live) – Tyler Childers
26. Just You and I – Tom Walker
27. Don’t Care Darlin’ – Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
28. Harvest Moon – Lord Huron
29. Forever, Always – Judah & the Lion
30. Penny, Heads Up – Caamp
31. Caroline – Animal Years
32. Nobody – Hozier
33. Life Is Better With You – Michael Franti & Spearhead
34. Together – Miner
35. Good as Hell (feat. Ariana Grande) – Lizzo
36. Only the Wild Ones – DISPATCH
37. Crash into Me – Dave Matthews Band
38. Never Let You Go – Third Eye Blind
39. All I Want Is You – Judah & the Lion

R&B and Soul Cocktail Hour Songs

What’s the perfect recipe for a cocktail hour that’ll leave your wedding guests feeling groovy and ready to hit the dance floor? R&B and Soul, baby! These genres are packed with jams that are both smooth and funky, creating an effortlessly romantic atmosphere.

Let Marvin Gaye and Otis Redding serenade your guests as they sip on their drinks and mingle, or get them boppin’ and rockin’ with The Temptations and Chris Brown. No matter what era you choose, R&B and Soul never fail to get the party started right.

1. All My Life – K-Ci & JoJo
2. Mile High – Raquel Rodriguez
3. Frozen – Sabrina Claudio
4. Find Someone Like You – Snoh Aalegra
5. Forever – Chris Brown
6. River – Leon Bridges
7. Lightning & Thunder (feat. John Legend) – Jhené Aiko
8. I Got You – whatever mike
9. Boo’d Up – Ella Mai
10. I Feel It Coming – The Weeknd
11. Tadow – Masego
12. Barney’s – The Groove Trio
13. Bloom – Kesha Shantrell
14. Coming Home – Leon Bridges
15. This Too Shall Last – Anderson East
16. Smooth Sailin’ – Leon Bridges
17. Love Man – Otis Redding
18. Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye
19. That’s How Strong My Love Is – Otis Redding
20. U Move, I Move (feat. Jhene Aiko) – John Legend
21. You & I (Nobody in the World) – John Legend
22. Put Your Records On – Corinne Bailey Rae
23. I’ll Take You There – The Staple Singers
24. Tonight (Best You Ever Had) (feat. Ludacris) – John Legend
25. This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You) – The Isley Brothers
26. The Way You Do The Things You Do – The Temptations
27. My Girl – The Temptations
28. Your Eyes – Allen Stone
29. Mercy – Duffy
30. Ain’t Nothing Like The Real Thing – Marvin Gaye
31. Better Man – Leon Bridges

Conclusion

After hours of sipping and swaying, we hope this list has brought your wedding reception to the next level of festivity and joy.

While the classic tunes may be timeless, you can also opt to create your own unique cocktail hour soundtrack. Whether it’s old-fashioned or avant-garde, rousing or relaxed, you’ll have a great time creating your own personal playlist for your special day.

You can accessorize with amazing alcoholic beverages or simply settle in with some delicious mocktails; whatever you choose, we guarantee that the occasion will be one of sophisticated revelry that all your guests will remember long after they’ve left the dance floor. Let the music move you and everyone in attendance to get up and shake their groove thang!

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Carol Chatham

Hi, I’m Carol, your party girl with a passion for all things wedding decor and funky themes. As a full-time writer at Magical Day Weddings, I’ve made it my mission to sprinkle a little magic and sparkle into every wedding celebration.

As an artist, I’ve always had an eye for the quirky and unconventional. I believe that weddings are not just about traditions, but also about self-expression and letting your creative flag fly high! From bold color palettes to unconventional venues, I’m all about breaking the rules and making your big day truly unique.

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