EDM Wedding Songs: New & Trending Hits for Your Celebration

Updated on June 12, 2023 | Written by Matthew Campbell (Editor of My Wedding Songs and wedding DJ)

You’re too cool for a basic wedding. Want your reception to have the Ibiza summer rave vibe?

Our list of the 100 best EDM and dance songs for your wedding is lit!

You’ll have a great time dancing with your friends and family.

Stock up on water because you’re going to break a sweat.

You will enjoy a list of the most popular and unique EDM wedding songs for your wedding day.

Every couple’s EDM music tastes are different. Thus, we selected wedding songs from modern songs to classic hits.

EDM dance wedding songs

New EDM Wedding Songs

  1. “10:35” by Tiësto & Tate McRae (2023)
  2. “Alone” by Kim Petras feat. Nicki Minaj (2023)
  3. “AM:PM” by NOTD, Maia Wright (2023)
  4. “Baby Don’t Hurt Me” by David Guetta, Anne-Marie, Coi Leray (2023)
  5. “Bowser Peaches Jack Black (The Super Mario Bros Version)” by El Pequeño Genio, Bowser Peaches & Bowser Super Mario Bros (2023)
  6. “By The End Of The Night” by Ellie Goulding (2023)
  7. “Crying On The Dancefloor” by Sam Feldt, Jonas Blue, Endless Summer (2023)
  8. “El Merengue” by Marshmello, Manuel Turizo (2023)
  9. “Esta Vida” by marshmello & Farruko (2023)
  10. “Feels This Good” by Sigala, Mae Muller, Caity Baser, Stefflon Don (2023)
  11. “Here (Punctual Remix) – Tom Grennan (2023)
  12. “Here We Go Again” by Oliver Tree & David Guetta (2023)
  13. “More Than Yesterday” by Two Friends & Russell Dickerson (2023)
  14. “Next To You” by Loud Luxury & DVBBS feat. Kane Brown (2023)
  15. “Padam Padam” by Kylie Minogue (2023)
  16. “Praising You” by Rita Ora feat. Fatboy Slim (2023)
  17. “Rock My Body” by R3HAB, INNA & Sash! (2023)
  18. “Somewhere In Paradise” by Satin Jackets & Tailor (2023)
  19. “Where You Are” by John Summit & Hayla (2023)
  20. “Whistle” by Jax Jones, Calum Scott (2023)
  21. “Wild One” by Thomas Gold feat. Alisha Pillay & Emma LX (2023)
  22. “All For Love” by Felix Jaehn, Sandro Cavazza (2023)

Trending EDM/Dance Wedding Songs

  1. “I’m Good (Blue)” by David Guetta & Bebe Rexha (2022)
  2. “Hotel Room Service” by Pitbull (2009)
  3. “Don’t Stop The Music” by Rihanna (2007)
  4. “Levels” by Avicii (2011)
  5. “10:35” by Tiësto & Tate McRae (2023)
  6. “Shut Up and Dance” by WALK THE MOON (2014)
  7. “Wake Me Up” by Avicii (2013)
  8. “Higher Love” by Kygo & Whitney Houston (2019)
  9. “Fireball” by Pitbull feat. John Ryan (2014)
  10. “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” by C+C Music Factory (1990)

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2020s Modern Tracks

Never Let You Go – Jason Derulo, Shouse

Released in 2022 on the album Never Let You Go

A combination of EDM and R&B for an awesome chorus that will have everyone singing – guaranteed!
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

How am I supposed to go and live it
Comparing everybody to you?
No, I won’t forget you

10:35 – Tiësto & Tate McRae

Released in 2022 on the album Drive

The song marks the time when it’s time to party but can be played at any time of the dancing time of your reception.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

All I know it’s 10:35
And I’m thanking, thanking God you found me
That you found me

2 Die 4 – Tove Lo

Released in 2022 on the album Dirt Femme

A song about being infatuated with another and has a danceable beat. Warning: it does speed up and slow down.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Look alive and come with me, you’re to die for everyday
When I think about you, the world go less blue, let’s do it over again

DNA – Craig David & Galantis

Released in 2022 on the album DNA

A dance tune to go crazy on the dance floor – the theme fits a wedding too.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

It feel like home, when you’re holding me,
You’re in my soul, and I can’t explain,
You take me to another place

Scandalous – Gryffin & Tinashe

Released in 2022 on the album Scandalous

A dance hit to play during an EDM set near the end of the night due to the subject.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Things we do between us
We can keep a secret
Got my heart saying
Ooh, la-la

 

Woke Up in Love – Kygo, Gryffin & Calum Scott

Released in 2022 on the album Woke Up in Love

If the DJ is a master mixer, the song can be in and out with the song’s highlights. The acoustic version is a gem too for a wedding ceremony.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

When I was chasin’ highs
You went and saved my life
You picked me up, thank God I woke up in love

Ritual – Alan Walker

Released in 2022 on the album Walkerverse Pt. II

This song is pure energy that will make everyone want to dance.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

The ritual fires
The falling of triumph
A beautiful riot
In all of us 

I’m Good (Blue) – David Guetta, Bebe Rexha

Released in 2022 on the album I’m Good (Blue)

The samples Eiffel 65’s “Blue (Da Ba Dee)” and an absolute must-play for all dance sets.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m good, good
I’m good
Don’t you know I’m good? Yeah, I’m feelin’ alright

HISTORY – Joel Corry & Becky Hill

Released in 2022 on the album HISTORY

The song describes never letting go of your lover and a beat that will have everyone moving their bodies.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Here with you is where I’m meant to be
Even after all the pain, I’d do it all again
‘Cause we got so much history

Day N Night – Afrojack & Black V Neck & Muni Long

Released in 2022 on the album Day N Night

An EDM tune to play near the end of the night as it describes wanting your lover’s body.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I want you forever, boo
‘Cause I really love you
You know that I do

 

All That Really Matters – ILLENIUM, Teddy Swims

Released in 2022 on the album All That Really Matters

The song has multiple tempo changes but a great chorus for a quick mix.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Find somewhere you can come home to
Find someone that’ll die for you (die for you)
‘Cause it’s all that really matters in the end

Family Affair (Dance For Me) – David Guetta

Released in 2022 on the album Family Affair

The song samples Mary J. Blige’s song and turns it into a song that will bring both families to the dance floor.


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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Holleration in this dancery
Let’s get it percolatin’, while you’re waiting
So just dance for me

Stay With Me – Calvin Harris, Justin Timberlake, Halsey & Pharrell Williams

Released in 2022 on the album Funk Wav Bounces Vol.

The song is more a mid-tempo song I would play as guests arrive at the reception for a fun mood.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Let’s take flight
Come on, let’s stay, baby
We could fly away (girl)
Come on and stay with me

Hot In It – Tiësto, Charli XCX

Released in 2022 on the album Hot In It

A sexy song that can be played for the garter removal or later in the event for a risque dance song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Tonight, I’m gon’ be rocking it, dropping it
Shake my a**, no stopping it
I look hot in it, hot in it, I look hot in it

Weekend (Party, Sleep, Repeat) – Mark Mendy & Paradigm

Released in 2022 on the album Weekend

If you are having a weekend party, this song fits the theme and is a party song to dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

It’s already the weekend
If you’re a freak like me
Party sleep repeat
We’re going 1-2-3
It’s our remedy

 

One More Time – Armin van Buuren feat. Maia Wright

Released in 2022 on the album One More Time

This song will bring energy to the dance floor singing about supporting each other.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Do it one more time
We’ll be fine
Baby, you and I
We’ll just try

Sway My Way – R3HAB, Amy Shark

Released in 2022 on the album Sway My Way

A fantastic mid-tempo song to play as guests arrive or during cocktail hour.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Say you’ll stay
Don’t come and go
Like you do (like you do)
Sway my way

Stay the Night – Sigala, Talia Mar

Released in 2022 on the album Stay the Night

A fun dance song to play during the dancing part of your reception that has a dance and pop vibe.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Baby, we can bring the music back to life
Just you and I
Stay the night

Crazy What Love Can Do – David Guetta x Becky Hill x Ella Henderson

Released in 2022 on the album Crazy What Love Can Do

A song about love that will have every guest dancing their heart out.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Didn’t care for anyone until there was you
Ain’t it crazy what love can do?
Crazy what love can do

What A Wonderful World – SOFI TUKKER

Released in 2022 on the album WET TENNIS

A slower song you can play as a ceremony exit song or as a dinner song that will have guests singing the lyrics.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I see friends shaking hands
Saying “how do you do?”
But they’re really saying
I – I love you

 

What Would You Do? – Joel Corry, David Guetta, Bryson Tiller

Released in 2022 on the album What Would You Do?

A blend of R&B and EDM for a dance hit.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m not saying forever
But you got me feeling some type of way
Are you down? ‘Cause I really gotta know

Won’t Let You Go – Martin Garrix, Matisse & Sadko, John Martin

Released in 2021 on the album Won’t Let You Go

The song increases in anticipation for a dance anthem or introduction song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And yeah, I know our story’s still untold
I won’t let you go
I won’t let you go, never

Follow Me – Sam Feldt, Rita Ora

Released in 2021 on the album Follow Me

This is an upbeat fun song with a theme for a recessional song or as a send-off song as the wedding couple leaves.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

When my walls come down
Won’t be fazed by what’s underneath
Yeah, you know I’ve been hurt
But I’m learning what love’s like with you

My Heart Goes (La Di Da) – Becky Hill & Topic

Released in 2021 on the album Only Honest On The Weekend

A dance song about being in love.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

La di da, da di da
My heart goes
Ooh
I’m deep in your love, deep in your love

Family – David Guetta feat. Bebe Rexha, Ty Dolla $ign & A Boogie Wit da Hoodie

Released in 2021 on the album Family

A mid-tempo song that talks about how friends are family and hits the mark for a wedding party dance song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Cause I don’t got friends, I got family
At the end of the day that’s all I need

 

SG – DJ Snake & Ozuna & Megan Thee Stallion & LISA

Released in 2021 on the album SG

A mid-tempo song for those that can ballroom dance. The song combines Latin, Hip Hop, K-pop, and EDM artists.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Baila, what you want? Dance for you
I’ll sway, sway all night with you
Baila, come on in close to you

Undeniable – Kygo, X Ambassadors

Released in 2021 on the album Undeniable

A very popular song to play at the reception because the song speaks of a love story.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

What I feel for you (everything I feel for you)
You know I’ve been wrong before (so many times)
But you’re undeniable

Love Me Now – Kygo, Zoe Wees

Released in 2021 on the album Love Me Now

An upbeat song that has a chorus that will have everyone singing their hearts out.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Who’s gonna pick me up, when I feel like I’m not enough?
Who’s gonna love me now, oh, when the lights go out?
Love me now, love me now

Shake – L.L.A.M.A, Carmen DeLeon, Ne-Yo

Released in 2021 on the album Shake

This song will have everyone shaking their booties on the dance floor!
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Shake it like that
Baby, just shake it away
Show me that love any day

Stars Align – R3HAB & Jolin Tsai

Released in 2021 on the album Stars Align

The stars aligned when the wedding couple met and this dance song can signify that moment.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Words cannot describe
Don’t need no more goodbyes
You leave me hypnotized

 

You – Regard x Troye Sivan x Tate McRae

Released in 2021 on the album You

A mid-tempo hit song to play as a background song to keep the mood up.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

When I try to fall back, I fall back to you (yeah)
When I talk to my friends, I talk about you (yeah)
When the jealousy’s strong, all I see is you, is you, is you, oh you

Friday (Dopamine Re-Edit) – Riton x Nightcrawlers feat. Mufasa & Hypeman

Released in 2021 on the album Friday

This song is an absolute banger that will have everyone losing it on the dance floor.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Feelin’ it, feelin’ it, feelin’ it
Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Endless weekend, on a wave, yeah

You for Me – Sigala x Rita Ora

Released in 2021 on the album You for Me

A fun dance song that has a pop and EDM vibe that everyone will love to dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Innocent lovers
We hold on to one another
Let’s rediscover
You are the one for me

New Love – Silk City & Ellie Goulding feat. Diplo & Mark Ronson

Released in 2021 on the album New Love

A tiny bit slower dance song that would be great to play after a slow song to ramp up the tempo.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I got new love in me now
Got electricity in every bone like whoa
Now I’m overthinking that I’m not who I should be
I got new love in me

Moth To A Flame – Swedish House Mafia & The Weeknd

Released in 2021 on the album Moth To A Flame

Two music heavyweights collab for this dance track.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

‘Cause he seems like he’s good for you
And he makes you feel like you should
And all your friends say he’s the one
His love for you is true

 

The Motto – Tiesto, Ava Max

Released in 2021 on the album The Motto

A must-play for any EDM fan that will have the dance floor packed.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

We been up all damn summer
Makin’ that bread and butter
Tell me, did I just stutter?
That’s the motto

Don’t Be Shy – Tiësto, KAROL G

Released in 2021 on the album Don’t Be Shy

A Latin and EDM tune that everyone losing their minds on the dance floor.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Don’t be shy, shy, shy
Is it love or lust?
I can’t get enough
Don’t ask “Why, why, why?”

How Will I Know – Whitney Houston, Clean Bandit

Released in 2021 on the album How Will I Know

An EDM remix that will have everyone singing the words at the top of their lungs.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Oh, wake me, I’m shakin’
I wish I had you near me now
(Wish I had you near me now)
Said there’s no mistakin’, what I feel is really love

Dancing In The Moonlight – Aexcit & HILLA

Released in 2020 on the album Dancing In The Moonlight

A mid-tempo cover of the King Harvest song to play as guests arrive to make rock and EDM fans happy.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Dancing in the moonlight
Everybody’s feeling warm and bright
It’s such a fine and natural sight

Midnight – Alesso feat. Liam Payne

Released in 2020 on the album Midnight

A dance song that builds in anticipation and a sing-along chorus.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

So stay ’til the morning, stay for a while
I just wanna lay here and fall into midnight
And fall right into you

 

Safety Dance – CARSTN & TEN TONNE SKELETON

Released in 2020 on the album Safety Dance

A cover of the Men Without Hats song from the 80s and this hit is telling everyone to dance!
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And we can act like we come from out of this world
Leave the real one far behind
And we can dance

Everybody Dance – Cedric Gervais & Franklin feat. Nile Rodgers

Released in 2020 on the album Everybody Dance

A powerful dance track that will have everyone dancing and clapping their hands.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Everybody dance
Do, do, do
Clap your hands
Clap your hands

Both Still Young – Dzeko, Keith Urban

Released in 2020 on the album Both Still Young

A combination of EDM and country in this love song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You and me, yeah
Some day when we’re older, yeah
I will love you like we’re both still young

Head & Heart – Joel Corry feat. MNEK

Released in 2020 on the album Head & Heart

A very popular EDM dance song to save for a spotlight moment of the wedding couple on the dance floor.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

My heart is certain
It’s more than a crush
‘Cause I’m frozen in motion
And my head tells me to stop
But my heart goes
Bum bum bum da bum bum

 

Really Love (R3HAB Remix) – KSI feat. R3HAB, Sean Paul, Craig David & Digital Farm Animals

Released in 2020 on the album Really Love

A mix of EDM, dance, and R&B that has a great beat to get people to dance and sing the words.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Is it really love, is it all in my mind
Is it crazy I think of you all of the time, baby
Is it really love, can you give me a sign
‘Cause I’m losin’ my head tryna make you mine

Kiss Me – Lucas Estrada & AJ Salvatore

Released in 2020 on the album Kiss Me

A slower cover of the Sixpence None The Richer song to play during your wedding ceremony or reception background song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Lift your open hand, strike up the band
And make the fireflies dance, silver moon’s sparkling
So kiss me

Lasting Lover – Sigala & James Arthur

Released in 2020 on the album Lasting Lover

A popish dance tune to bring excitement to the dance floor and is all about loving another forever.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I feel like I’m lost without a trace
Take my heart and run away
She said, “I’ve been looking for a lasting lover”

The Business – Tiësto

Released in 2020 on the album The Business

A huge EDM hit for any party dance set.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

We can’t leave ’em if we stay the same
And I can’t do this for another day
So let’s get down, let’s get down to business

If you are planning your wedding songs, see a list of EDM hits for a wedding couple’s dance.

2010s Electronic Dance Music

Call You Mine – Chainsmokers & Bebe Rexha

Released in 2019 on the album World War Joy

The song is kind of comical if you read the lyrics below. The song is mid-tempo so could accent a wedding moment like cutting the wedding cake.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You said, “Hey, what you doing for the rest of your life?”
And I said, “I don’t even know what I’m doing tonight”

 

OMG – Gryffin & Carly Rae Jepsen

Released in 2019 on the album OMG

A mid-tempo song for “Call Me Maybe” fans.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Like oh my god (ooh), I think I might love you
‘Cause I only liked a lot things before I knew
The way I love it when you touch me now

Higher Love – Kygo & Whitney Houston

Released in 2019 on the album Higher Love

This song is the ultimate wedding song to play at any part of your wedding day. Guests will be singing along too.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Where’s that higher love I keep thinking of?
Bring me higher love, love

Here With Me – Marshmello feat. CHVRCHES

Released in 2019 on the album Here With Me

The song has the right message for a wedding day and the mid-tempo fits as a background song. Check out the acoustic version by Jada Facer too.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

There’s a pain in my heart and it won’t go away
Now I know I’m falling in deep
‘Cause I need you here with me

Roses (Imanbek Remix) – Saint Jhn

Released in 2019 on the album Roses

The song was widely successful. Honestly, it is not a favorite of mine but up to you.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And I know you won’t tell nobody nothing
And I know you won’t tell nobody no
Roses

Purple Hat – Sofi Tukker

Released in 2019 on the album Purple Hat

Another widely successful song that has a great beat to dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’ve got purple hat, cheetah print
Dancing on the people
Rolled up at the after joint

 

ily (i love you baby) – Surf Mesa feat. Emilee

Released in 2019 on the album ily (i love you baby)

A mid-tempo song with the perfect message for a wedding day and can be played as a background song as guests arrive at the reception.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I love you, baby, and if it’s quite all right
I need you, baby, to warm these lonely nights
I love you, baby

Just the Two of Us – Yann Muller

Released in 2019 on the album Just the Two of Us

A cover of the Bill Withers and Grover Washington, Jr. that can be played as an exit song or as a cocktail hour song for a cool vibe.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

To make those rainbows in my mind
When I think of you sometime
And I wanna spend some time with you

MIA – Bad Bunny feat. Drake

Released in 2018 on the album MIA

A mega Latin dance hit that everyone will get everyone dancing.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Baby I’m a fan of your walk
I give you all that is mine, even my breathing
With you I see everything as a spiral

One Kiss – Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa

Released in 2018 on the album One Kiss

My personal favorite of Lipa’s to play during a wedding reception dance set.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

One kiss is all it takes
Fallin’ in love with me
Possibilities

Taki Taki – DJ Snake feat. Selena Gomez & Ozuna & Cardi B

Released in 2018 on the album Taki Taki

Another Latin dance hit to pack the dance floor with dancers.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Dance me like it’s the last time
And show me that little step that I don’t know
A very soft little kiss, baby

 

Happier – Marshmello & Bastille

Released in 2018 on the album Happier

Even though the song is a break-up song, it will have all ages tapping their toes and singing along.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Know that means I’ll have to leave
Lately, I’ve been, I’ve been thinking
I want you to be happier, I want you to be happier

The Middle – Zedd & Maren Morris & Grey

Released in 2018 on the album The Middle

A song for all ages to sing your heart out while dancing.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m losing my mind just a little
So why don’t you just meet me in the middle?
In the middle

Something Just Like This – Chainsmokers & Coldplay

Released in 2017 on the album Memories…Do Not Open

A very popular song to play as a background song during the meal or as guests arrive.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Some fairytale bliss
Just something I can turn to
Somebody I can kiss
I want something just like this

New Rules – Dua Lipa

Released in 2017 on the album Dua Lipa

A very popular dance song but be cautious as it is a breakup song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You know you’re gonna wake up in his bed in the mornin’
And if you’re under him, you ain’t gettin’ over him

Mi Gente – J Balvin & Willy William

Released in 2017 on the album Mi Gente

This is a #1 Latin charting song that everyone will recognize and dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

All my people move
Look at the rhythm how it has them
I make music that entertains
My music has them dancing strong and they dance like this
We are breaking the disco

 

Stay – Zedd & Alessia Cara

Released in 2017 on the album Stay

A dance track that has a chorus that guests will sing and a beat for dancing.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I told you I’d change even when I knew I never could
Know that I can’t find nobody else as good as you
I need you to stay

This Is What You Came For – Calvin Harris feat. Rihanna

Released in 2016 on the album This Is What You Came For

A mega-hit that is commonly played to get the party started or as an introduction song for the wedding couple in the reception hall.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Baby, this is what you came for
Lightning strikes every time she moves
And everybody’s watching her

Cheap Thrills – Sia Feat. Sean Paul

Released in 2016 on the album Cheap Thrills

A bit slower tempo but combines dance and reggae for a huge dance hit.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

As long as I can feel the beat
I don’t need no money
As long as I keep dancing

What Do You Mean? – Justin Bieber

Released in 2015 on the album Purpose

Beliebers and non-Beliebers will be dancing to this flashback song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

First you wanna go to the left, then you wanna turn right
Wanna argue all day, making love all night
First you’re up, then you’re down and then between
Oh, I really wanna know
What do you mean?

Stole the Show – Kygo and Parson James

Released in 2015 on the album Cloud Nine

A special song to play as a last dance song to end the reception or as a send-off.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

So hold for the applause, oh
And wave out to the crowd, and take our final bow
Oh, it’s our time to go, but at least we stole the show

 

Lean On – Major Lazer feat. MØ & DJ Snake

Released in 2015 on the album Peace Is The Mission

A bit slower tempo song with a great beat that guests will want to dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Blow a kiss, fire a gun
We all need someone to lean on

The Nights – Avicii

Released in 2014 on the album The Days / Nights (EP)

Want an EDM sing-along song? Play this! Everyone will go wild!
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

“When you get older
Your wild heart will live for younger days
Think of me if ever you’re afraid”

Wake Me Up – Avicii

Released in 2014 on the album True

The legacy of Avicii continues on with this widely popular dance song.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Not afraid to close my eyes
Life’s a game made for everyone
And love is a prize

Summer – Calvin Harris

Released in 2014 on the album Summer

If you having a summer wedding, this is a very energetic dance hit.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

When I met you in the summer
To my heartbeat’s sound
We fell in love

Fireball – Pitbull feat. John Ryan

Released in 2014 on the album Globalization

Mr. Worldwide is unstoppable with this ultimate party song to pack the dance floor, start a conga line, or limbo.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I was born in a flame
Mama said that everyone would know my name
I’m the best you’ve ever had (that’s right)

 

Time Of Our Lives – Pitbull feat. Ne-Yo

Released in 2014 on the album Globalization

A getting day is meant to have the time of your life – and this song fits the theme.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Ooh, I want the time of my life, yeah
Oh baby, ooh give me the time of my life
Eh, eh, eh
Let’s get it now

Get Lucky – Daft Punk feat. Pharrell Williams

Released in 2013 on the album Random Access Memories

A song to play for the garter toss or as a fun dance song near the end of the event.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

We’re up all night to get some
We’re up all night for good fun
We’re up all night to get lucky

Timber – Pitbull feat. Ke$Ha

Released in 2013 on the album Meltdown

A must-play party song to start a party and for keeping it going.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

It’s going down, I’m yelling timber
You better move, you better dance
Let’s make a night, you won’t remember

Latch – Disclosure feat. Sam Smith

Released in 2012 on the album Settle

A mid-tempo love song to play early in a reception setlist.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Now I got you in my space
I won’t let go of you
Got you shackled in my embrace
I’m latching on to you

I Love It – Icona Pop feat. Charli XCX

Released in 2012 on the album This Is…Icona Pop

A huge banger that will have everyone singing and going nuts dancing.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You’re on a different road, I’m in the Milky Way
You want me down on Earth, but I am up in space

 

Levels – Avicii

Released in 2011 on the album Levels

A popular song to play for introductions of the wedding party into the hall or save it for the dancing time too.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Get a feeling that I never never never never had before
I get a good feeling, yeah

Titanium – David Guetta feat. Sia

Released in 2011 on the album Nothing but the Beat

A song that continues on due to its infectious beat and lyrics.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m bulletproof, nothing to lose
Fire away, fire away
Ricochet, you take your aim
Fire away, fire away
You shoot me down, but I won’t fall
I am titanium

We Found Love – Rihanna feat. Calvin Harris

Released in 2011 on the album Talk That Talk

You can’t go wrong with this dance hit and will keep the energy at a peak moment.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Yellow diamonds in the light
Now we’re standing side by side
As your shadow crosses mine (mine, mine, mine)
We found love in a hopeless place

Glad You Came – The Wanted

Released in 2011 on the album Battleground

A popular final song of a wedding reception to thank everyone who attended your big day.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Time is slipping away
Away from us, so stay
Stay with me, I can make
Make you glad you came

Dynamite – Taio Cruz

Released in 2010 on the album Rokstarr

A dance hit that is well-known and will get everyone dancing.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

‘Cause I told you once
Now I told you twice
We gon’ light it up
Like it’s dynamite

You must love dance songs! See our list of 90s dance hits and 80s dance hits.

 

2000s Iconic Tunes

I Gotta Feeling – Black Eyed Peas

Released in 2009 on the album The E.N.D.

The ultimate party song to get the party started whether it be an introduction song or as a dance starter.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

A feeling (woo-hoo)
That tonight’s gonna be a good night

Tik Tok – Ke$Ha

Released in 2009 on the album Animal

You can’t go wrong playing this party song to raise the roof with excitement.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Tick-tock on the clock
But the party don’t stop, no
Oh, whoa, whoa-oh

Just Dance – Lady Gaga

Released in 2008 on the album The Fame

There are plenty of Lady Gaga songs to choose from that will get everyone dancing. This is one of her most recognizable hit songs.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Just dance, gonna be okay, da da doo-doo-mmm
Just dance, spin that record, babe, da da doo-doo-mmm
Just dance, gonna be okay, d-d-d-dance

Everytime We Touch – Cascada

Released in 2007 on the album Everytime We Touch

The song samples Maggie Reilly’s song Everytime We Touch which was a huge club dance hit.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Can’t you hear my heart beat so
I can’t let you go
Want you in my life

Don’t Stop The Music – Rihanna

Released in 2007 on the album Good Girl Gone Bad

When you are having a good time you never want the beat and music to stop. Play this song to keep it going.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Don’t stop, stop, the music
The world will keep turning if you use it, get out there and
Don’t stop, stop, the music

 

Let’s Get It Started – Black Eyed Peas

Released in 2004 on the album Elephunk

An upbeat party song that everyone will be crazy for and dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

We burn it ’til it’s burned out
And turn it ’til it’s turned out
And act-act up-up from-from North-North, (West), E-East, South (Sou’)

One More Time – Daft Punk

Released in 2000 on the album Discovery

One of Daft Punk’s biggest commercial tracks is all about dancing and moving your body to the beat.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

One more time, we’re gonna celebrate
Oh yeah, alright, don’t stop the dancing
One more time

Next: See our list of the greatest dance songs of all time!

1990s Dance Bangers

Sandstorm – Darude

Released in 1999 on the album Sandstorm

The pure energy, rhythm, and beats are all about going crazy on the dance floor.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics: (Instrumental)

L’amour Toujours – Gigi D’Agostino

Released in 1999 on the album L’Amour Toujours

If you are looking for an intro song for the wedding party or the wedding couple, this song will set the tone for excitement and fun.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Every day and every night
I always dream that you are by my side
Oh baby, every day and every night

Music Sounds Better With You – Stardust

Released in 1998 on the album Music Sounds Better With You

One of those forgotten party songs that will get everyone dancing no matter their age.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Love might
Bring us both together
I feel so good
I feel right
The music sounds better with you

 

Another Night – Real McCoy

Released in 1995 on the album Another Night

A popular dance tune from the 90s that is cross-generational that everyone will appreciate and dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Another night, another dream, but always you
It’s like a vision of love that seems to be true

Cotton Eye Joe – Rednex

Released in 1994 on the album Sex & Violins

Whether you like country line dances or not, there is no doubt that this is one of the most popular line dances of all time.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

If it hadn’t been for Cotton-Eye Joe
I’d been married long time ago
Where did you come from, where did you go?
Where did you come from, Cotton-Eye Joe?

Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) – C+C Music Factory

Released in 1990 on the album Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)

If you really know how to dance and how to get down on the dance floor, this song will get you grooving on the dance floor.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Let the music take control
Let the rhythm move you
Everybody dance now

The Power – Snap!

Released in 1990 on the album World Power

A flashback to classic dance music and one of the biggest hits of its era.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

It’s getting’, it’s getting’, it’s gettin’ kinda heavy
I’ve got the power (power, power)
(You could break my heart, you could break my heart apart)

If you want all guests to dance during your wedding reception, see our list of the best wedding party songs.

1980s Classic Hits

Pump Up The Jam – Technotronic

Released in 1989 on the album Pump Up the Jam: The Album

A make-up commercial helps skyrocket this dance track and it’s still a banger!
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Pump up the jam
Pump it up
While your feet are stomping
And the jam is pumping

 

What’s on Your Mind (Pure Energy) – Information Society

Released in 1984 on the album Creatures of Influence

This song is still trending today and has the right beats and lyrics to sing and dance to.
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Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I used to think love was sensible
It makes the truth even more incomprehensible
I still don’t know what you’ve done to me
A grown-up boy should never fall so easily

Do you have a favorite EDM wedding song that should be on our list?  Please share it below so that we can add it!

FAQs

What is EDM?

To scratch or not to scratch, that is the question. No seriously. What is EDM? We have to start with the fact that there’s a bit of a debate about EDM as a genre. The music industry is using this label, so we are, too. Suffice it to say that electronic dance music (EDM) is music that is produced by a DJ for nightclubs, and dancing, and may even be performed by a DJ live.

What is Dance Music?

Dance music can encompass all styles of music. Everyone can dance to any music style such as country, big band, rock, and more. However, our list of best wedding dance songs will primarily entail music that is electronically enhanced.

The 4/4 backbeat with a bass line that lures you onto the dance floor is what we’re going after. Most of these songs don’t fit on one side of a 45! But seriously, they’re longer tracks, with vocalizations sampled in, that allow you to enjoy yourself on the dance floor. These are not Top 40 3-minute radio hits.

 

Dance Songs From Funk to House

Our modern-day dance music progressed in the late Eighties with the use of electronic musical instruments as well as advances in electronic music technology. This technology was used to enhance music in song production. Electronic music instruments and technology include the electric guitar, computer, and synthesizers. In the early 1980s, dance music producers were the first to create a record aimed specifically at DJs with extended 12? remix versions. Club DJs and rave DJs helped in the spread of dance-style music to the masses at prominent clubs in America and Britain.

Growth and interest in electronic music spurted in the early 1980s with artists such as Depeche Mode, New Order, and Devo. By the late 1980s and into the early 1990s, dance clubs were primarily playing electronically-enhanced dance music. With the inventions of digital synthesis and MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), there’s even more to come! By 1989 through the early 1990s, house, and techno were less underground and becoming more mainstream — at least in Europe.

While Americans were dancing to boy bands, Europe fully embraced Electronica. Mainstream dance music in the 1990s included artists like The Shamen, KLF, Black Box, and EMF. In the past decade, computer technology has made significant strides with the development of music software including virtual studio environments.

Wedding dance music includes such genres as dance, house, techno, and electronica. However, standard songs can be remixed into dance tunes such as DJ Miko’s remix of the rock song – What’s Up by 4 Non-Blondes.

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Matthew (Matt) Campbell is the founder/editor of My Wedding Songs from his experience as a wedding DJ. He is the author of two wedding planners: ‘Wedding Songs Planner’ and ‘The Wedding Music Toolkit’. Matt is the host of the ‘Wedding Songs Podcast’. He shares music inspiration in his weekly newsletter the ‘Wedding MusicLetter’. His articles have been published on Rolling Stone, DJ Life Magazine, and DJ Times. Matt resides in the wedding capital of the world – Las Vegas.

6 Comments

  1. Great list! I’m putting together the music playlist for my wedding and this helped confirm a few of my songs.

    As a major EDM fan, here’s a few I’d like to recommend and may end up using myself:

    Tough Love (Tiesto Remix) – Avicii
    Who Is Ready To Jump – DJ Chuckie
    Dear Boy – Avicii
    I’m Blue (Dance & EDM Remix) – Eiffel 65
    Jackpot – Quintino / Ralvero

    Thanks again!

    1. Hi Nick. Glad you liked our list. THANK YOU so much for your suggestions. We will review them and see about adding them too!

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