Top 2011 Wedding Songs for We Found Love
The very best 2011 wedding songs can be found in this list of hits from Bruno Mars, Lady A, Pitbull, and many more influential music stars. Many of the songs on this list are great dance tunes, but you’ll also find music that can be used to make your formal wedding ceremony something to remember.
Spotify Playlist Wedding Songs of 2011
Best 2011 Wedding Songs
Party Rock Anthem – LMFAO featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRock
Released in January 2011 on the album Sorry for Party Rocking
This song by LMFAO is one that young newlyweds have used to get their wedding reception off to a lively start, often playing it for their entrance. It has a strong beat that will set the right mood for your party, and the overall vibe is one of celebration.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Party rock is in the house tonight
Everybody just have a good time
Give Me Everything – Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer
Released in March 2011 on the album Planet Pit
Pitbull released this song in 2011 and it has become a standard on wedding DJ playlists. It is most often used as a dance tune, but it also has a strong lyric that reinforces the theme of commitment that is common to weddings.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Put it on my life, baby
I’ll make you feel right, baby
Can’t promise tomorrow
But I promise tonight
Moves Like Jagger – Maroon 5
Released in June 2011 on the album Hands All Over
This was one of the big hits that helped to define the musical legacy of Adam Levine and Maroon 5, and it has endured in popularity since its release. Featuring Christina Aguilera, the song has become the perfect dance tune for wedding receptions and other celebrations.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
I don’t need to try to control you
Look into my eyes and I’ll own you
With them moves like Jagger
On the Floor – Jennifer Lopez featuring Pitbull
Released in February 2011 on the album Love?
You can give your wedding reception guests a reason to get out on the dance floor when you include this hot mix by Jennifer Lopez that features Pitbull, a Miami party legend. The song is all about dancing and enjoying life, so let your hair down and enjoy your happy day.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Don’t stop, keep it movin’
Put your drinks up
Pick your body up and drop it on the floor
Just the Way You Are – Bruno Mars
Released in July 2010 carryover on the album Doo-Wops & Hooligans
This song by Bruno Mars is sometimes used in weddings to accompany the bridal party to the altar just before the bride enters the chapel. It can serve as a nice blend of music new and old if you want to include both traditional and modern elements in your wedding festivities.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
The whole world stops and stares for a while
‘Cause girl, you’re amazing
Just the way you are
Raise Your Glass – P!nk
Released in October 2010 carryover on the album Greatest Hits… So Far!!!
Few musical artists of the current generation can deliver a dance song like P!nk, and this hit is often selected as the first tune for the wedding reception. Imagine all the toasts and cheers as you and your new partner enter the reception with this song playing in the background.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
So raise your glass if you are wrong
In all the right ways
All my underdogs
We will never be never be, anything but loud
Good Life – OneRepublic
Released in November 2010 carryover on the album Waking Up
Those who want a little more pop influence in their wedding music selections can always depend on OneRepublic, and this is a song you will often hear as the wedding couple leaves the altar as a recessional song. It has an appropriate message for couples, one that says they are creating a good life together.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Say oh, got this feeling that you can’t fight
Like this city is on fire tonight
This could really be a good life
We Found Love – Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harris
Released in September 2011 on the album Talk That Talk
This song from Rihanna features Calvin Harris, and it is all that you would expect from the modern songstress. Every wedding reception should include a few songs that are pure celebrations of love and happiness, and this one serves a dual purpose by also being a great dance tune.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Love and life I will divide
Turn away ’cause I need you more
Feel the heartbeat in my mind
Just a Kiss – Lady A
Released in May 2011 on the album Own the Night
Lady A reminds us that so many lifelong relationships begin with a kiss, and they are sealed with one on the day of your wedding. This popular country group has a talent for rich harmony and emotional ballads, so it would be appropriate to use this song in the formal parts of your wedding.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Just a shot in the dark that you just might
Be the one I’ve been waiting for my whole life
So baby I’m alright, with just a kiss goodnight
Dynamite – Taio Cruz
Released in May 2010 carryover on the album Rokstarr
Let the music of Taio Cruz create a mood for celebration at your wedding reception, and open up the dance floor to all of your guests who want to share your happiness. This is a song that brings people together, and that is just the type of music you should feature when it’s time to party after the wedding vows.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
We gon’ light it up like it’s dynamite
‘Cause I told you once, now I told you twice
We gon’ light it up like it’s dynamite
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Yeah 3X – Chris Brown
Released in October 2010 carryover on the album F.A.M.E.
You can encourage everyone to join the party and dance when you spin this song by Chris Brown at your own wedding reception. Don’t neglect the party vibe of the reception, and always be willing to add bold music choices that reflect your own modern tastes.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Hold your glasses up
People everywhere
Now everybody put your hands in the air
Say yeah, yeah, yeah
Honey Bee – Blake Shelton
Released in April 2011 on the album Red River Blue
Blake Shelton scored two entries on this list of 2011 wedding songs, and this is the more lighthearted selection. You might want to think about making it the soundtrack for the first dance with your partner, but make sure that you use it in any part of the wedding day that calls for something less formal.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
I’ll be your shade tree
You’ll be my honeysuckle
I’ll be your honey bee
Crazy Girl – Eli Young Band
Released in March 2011 on the album Life at Best
You can observe the personality of any girl from the country and find many of the traits referenced in this song by the Eli Young Band, a hit that honors the unique nature of a young woman. The song should be played as a special dedication to the bride on her wedding day.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Before you ever came along
I was livin’ life all wrong
Smartest thing I ever did was make you all mine
Country Girl (Shake It for Me) – Luke Bryan
Released in March 2011 on the album Tailgates & Tanlines
Luke Bryan has had a number of huge hits as a country artist, and some of them have a fun-loving side that is very reflective of modern romantic attitudes. The song is made for dancing, of course, but you might also want to think about playing it as the wedding cake is cut.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Shake it for the young bucks sittin’ in the honky-tonks
For the rednecks rockin’ ’til the break of dawn
For the DJ spinnin’ that country song
God Gave Me You – Blake Shelton
Released in July 2011 on the album Red River Blue
Country music can often be more reflective of spiritual values than other genres and Blake Shelton demonstrates an appreciation of those guiding principles with this song. It should be used by couples who want to preserve the religious significance of a wedding while also adding a modern musical touch.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
And for when I think I lost my way
There are no words here left to say, it’s true
God gave me you
1+1 – Beyoncé
Released in May 2011 on the album 4
Beyoncé is a musical artist that has become nothing less than royalty, and you will want to include hits like this one from her large catalog at your wedding celebration. Most songs from Bey are intense in both music and lyrics, and this song is no exception.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Make love to me
When my days look low
Pull me in close and don’t let me go
Make love to me
A Thousand Years – Christina Perri
Released in October 2011 on the album The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1: Soundtrack
There are some modern songs and love ballads that can be used to replace the standard bridal march, and this smash from Christina Perri is one of the rare tunes you can use for your wedding processional. It’s soft and poignant, and it has a powerful message of devotion that lasts forever.
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Darling, don’t be afraid
I have loved you for a thousand years
I’ll love you for a thousand more
Don’t forget to check out the songs from last year – a list of the best 2010 wedding songs.
Celebrating weddings of 2011. Where were you and what was happening?
If you were one of the weddings of 2011
Congratulations on your wedding of 2011. You share your anniversary with the following events.
Celebrity Weddings of 2011
- Prince William wed Kate Middleton
- Nikki Reed married Paul McDonald
- Nick Lachey married Vanessa Minnillo
- Nancy Shevell wed Paul McCartney
- Kim Kardashian married Kris Humphries
News Highlights of 2011
- Michael Jackson’s physician Dr. Conrad Murray was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to four years in jail.
- 8.9 earthquake shook Japan in March and created a massive tsunami.
- Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver divorced after 25 years.
- Casey Anthony trial and found not guilty.
- Prince William and Kate Middleton married in London’s Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011.
- The wedding saga and eventual divorce of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries.
- The end to one of the highest-grossing movie series in history: Harry Potter
- The rescue of Jaycee Dugard after 18 years.
- TV star Charlie Sheen’s lapse of judgment and eventual release from “Two and a Half Men”
- Rep. Anthony Weiner stepped down after being released that he was sexting.
- Osama Bin Laden’s Death
- Shooting rampage in Tucson, Arizona at a Safeway including U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords
- Libya celebrates at Saha Kish Square and the Death of Moammar Gadhafi.
- Death of British Pop Star Amy Winehouse
- The Occupy Wall Street movement
2011 Sports Champions
- The Saint Louis Cardinals beat the Texas Rangers in seven games to win the World Series.
- In a close 21-17 win for the New York Giants over the New England Patriots they became the Super Bowl Champions.
- In a five-game series, the Miami Heat defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the NBA Title.
- The Los Angeles Kings beat the New Jersey Devils to win the Stanley Cup.
Music Highlights of 2011
- Grammy’s Song of 2010: Need You Now – Lady A
- Beg, Steal or Borrow – Ray LaMontagne
- Fuck You – Cee-Lo Green
- The House That Built Me – Miranda Lambert
- Love the Way You Lie – Eminem and Rihanna
- Rolling in the Deep – Adele
- Party Rock Anthem – LMFAO
- Firework – Katy Perry
- Give e Everything – Pitbull
- Grenade – Bruno Mars
- Super Bass – Nicki Minaj
- Moves Like Jagger – Maroon 5 ft. Christina Aguilera
- On The Floor – Jennifer Lopez
- Pumped Up Kicks – Foster The People
- Just The Way You Are – Bruno Mars
- Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) – Katy Perry
- Good Life – OneRepublic
- Stereo Hearts – Gym Class Heroes
- If I Die Young – The Band Perry
See a list of all wedding songs by the years released.
Entertainment Highlights of 2011
- Best Picture: The King’s Speech
- Best Actor: Colin Firth – The King’s Speech
- Best Actress: Natalie Portman – Black Swan
Top Television Shows
- Modern Family, True Blood, Boardwalk Empire, Friday Night Lights, The Walking Dead, Parks, and Recreation Breaking Bad, How I Met Your Mother, American Idol, Dancing With The Stars, NCIS, The Big Bang Theory, Two Broke Girls, Grey’s Anatomy, The Voice.
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