Garter Removal Songs: From Classy to Sassy

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

Oh, the garter removal; it’s part of the wedding reception that everyone loves to hate. Is it awkward? Is it sexy? Yes. It’s both

It is fun and a little bit naughty.

Hey, the wedding couple has waited for their wedding night for a long time, so why not have a bit of fun with their guests?

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

Every couple’s music tastes are different. Thus, we selected wedding songs from different music styles and genres.

New Garter Removal Songs

1. “Toxic Pony” by ALTÉGO, Britney Spears & Ginuwine (Dance – 2022)
2. “Only U” by Jade Moss (Pop – 2021)
3. “Boyz” by Jesy Nelson, Nicki Minaj (Hip Hop – 2021)
4. “What a Man Gotta Do” by Jonas Brothers (Pop – 2020)
5. “Waba Duba” by Yello (Dance – 2020)
6. “shut up” by Greyson Chance (Pop – 2019)
7. “Sucker” by Jonas Brothers (Pop – 2019)
8. “Knockin’ Boots” by Luke Bryan (Country – 2019)

Trending Garter Removal Songs

1. “Pony” by Ginuwine (R&B – 1996)
2. “Pour Some Sugar On Me” by Def Leppard (Rock – 1987)
3. “Hot In Herre” by Nelly (Hip Hop – 2002)
4. “Let’s Get It On” by Marvin Gaye (R&B – 1973)
5. “Sexyback” by Justin Timberlake (Pop – 2006)
6. “Danger Zone” by Kenny Loggins (ROck – 1986)
7. “Cherry Pie” by Warrant (Rock – 1990)
8. “Earned It” by The Weeknd (R&B – 2015)
9. “Body Like A Back Road” by Sam Hunt (Country – 2020)
10. “A Little Less Conversation” by Elvis Presley (Rock – 1968)

What do you think of this list? Did we miss one? If you have a special wedding garter removal song that works or worked for you, please add your song suggestion through the comment section below.

Fun R&B Tracks

Please Me – Bruno Mars ft. Cardi B

Released in 2018, Genre: R&B

A song about a guy trying to get his “needs” met by his girl.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Please me, baby
Turn around and just tease me, baby

Better Man – Leon Bridges

Released in 2015, Genre: R&B

A song about a man begging for his woman to take him back or forgive him.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I don’t want much
I just wanna be a better man
To my baby

Earned It – The Weeknd

Released in 2014, Genre: R&B

A song about a man in love with his woman and thinks the world of her and that she has earned his love.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And you deserve it (And you deserve it)
The way you work it (The way you work it)
‘Cause girl you earned it

Milkshake – Kelis

Released in 2003, Genre: R&B

A song about the essence of a woman who has an “it factor” that makes all the guys go crazy.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard
And they’re like, it’s better than yours

Lady Marmalade – Christina Aguilera & Friends

Released in 2001, Genre: R&B

A song about girls performing the world’s oldest profession and celebrating the lifestyle.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Made the savage beast inside roar until he cried
More (more), more (more), more

Bootylicious – Destiny’s Child

Released in 2001, Genre: R&B

The song is for women to be confident in the beauty of their bodies.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You gotta work your jelly
If you’re gon’ dance with me tonight

Thong Song – Sisqo

Released in 1999, Genre: R&B

A song about a girl who has a voluptuous booty and she knows how to use it.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Baby, make your booty go (da na da na)
(Girl, I know you wanna show da na da na)
That thong

Nice & Slow – Usher

Released in 1997, Genre: R&B

A song about a couple that wants to get intimate and make it last a long time.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You know, never lettin’ go
Never messin’ up the flow
This is how the hook go, come on

Pony – Ginuwine

Released in 1996, Genre: R&B

A song about a guy who wants to get busy with a girl that has a compatible body.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

If we’re gonna get nasty baby
First we’ll show and tell

This Is How We Do It – Montell Jordan

Released in 1995, Genre: R&B

The song describes a party that is off the hook.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

To all my neighbors, you got much flavor
(This is how we do it)

I’ll Make Love to You – Boyz II Men

Released in 1994, Genre: R&B

A song about making love while satisfying each other’s needs at the same time.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I made plans to be with you
Girl whatever you ask me you know I can do

I Wanna Sex You Up – Color Me Badd

Released in 1991, Genre: R&B

A song about a guy who wants to make love with his lady.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I wanna sex you up
(A tick tock, ya don’t stop-stop, to the)
All night, girl you make me feel good

Rub You The Right Way – Johnny Gill

Released in 1990, Genre: R&B

A song about a man who has magic hands to please his lover.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Can you feel the magic in my hands
When I touch and rub you the right way

The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson

Released in 1987, Genre: R&B

A song about a boy who realizes he has fallen deeply in love with a girl.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I swear I’m keepin’ you satisfied
‘Cause you’re the one for me

Sexual Healing – Marvin Gaye

Released in 1982, Genre: R&B

A song about a man who has the hots built up for his lover and wants some sexual satisfaction.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

If you don’t know the thing you’re dealing
Oh I can tell you, darling, that it’s sexual healing

Super Freak – Rick James

Released in 1981, Genre: R&B

A song about a girl who is a bit kinky and on the wild side.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

That girl’s all right with me yeah
She’s a super freak, super freak

I Wanna Be Your Lover – Prince

Released in 1979, Genre: R&B

A song about a shy boy who wants to be a lover to the one he likes.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I didn’t wanna pressure you, baby
No
But all I ever wanted to do
I wanna be your lover

Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe – Barry White

Released in 1974, Genre: R&B

A song about a man who is so much in love with his woman that he needs her to see that they were meant to be together.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Girl, I don’t know, I don’t know, I don’t know why
I can’t get enough of your love babe

Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gaye

Released in 1973, Genre: R&B

This song may be a bit risque but fits the theme for removing the garter as the message is about how you want to get it on with your lover.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Let’s get it on, baby
This minute, oh yeah
Let’s get it on

Ain’t Too Proud To Beg – The Temptations

Released in 1966, Genre: R&B

A song about a guy who would be willing to beg in order for his lady not to leave him.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Ain’t too proud to beg, sweet darlin’
Please don’t leave me girl

After you have the garter removed, the next step is to toss the garter to all of the single men in attendance. See a list of songs to play for the garter toss.

Funny Rock Hits

Beggin’ – Måneskin

Released in 2017, Genre: Rock

A song about seeking love that is not being reciprocated.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m beggin’, beggin’ you
So put your loving hand out, baby
I’m beggin’, beggin’ you

The Man – The Killers

Released in 2017, Genre: Rock

A song about a man who has all of his life in order and thinks he is the king of the world.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

‘Cause baby I’m gifted
You see what I mean?
USDA certified lean

Death Of A Bachelor – Panic! At The Disco

Released in 2016, Genre: Rock

The song represents a new beginning of a new life with a lover and an end of the way life was.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

How could I ask for more?
A lifetime of laughter
At the expense of the death of a bachelor

American Woman – Lenny Kravitz

Released in 1999, Genre: Rock

Even though the song is a tribute to Canadian women, the song talks about being left alone by American women.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

American woman
I said, get away
American woman
Listen what I say

Cherry Pie – Warrant

Released in 1990, Genre: Rock

The song compares a girl to a cherry pie because she is so sweet and makes out with her boyfriend.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

She’s my cherry pie
Cool drink of water, such a sweet surprise

Lay Your Hands on Me – Bon Jovi

Released in 1988, Genre: Rock

The song is selected because the wedding couple gets to lay their hands on each other to remove the garter from under the dress. The song represents the beginning of foreplay.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

But the ride don’t never ever come for free, no-oh-oh
If you want me to lay my hands on you

Pour Some Sugar On Me – Def Leppard

Released in 1987, Genre: Rock

A song about a man who wants some loving from a woman.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

C’mon, fire me up
Pour your sugar on me
I can’t get enough

Keep Your Hands To Yourself – Georgia Satellites

Released in 1986, Genre: Rock

A song about a lady who will not give any sweet loving to her guy until after they are married.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

But each time we talk, I get the same old thing
Always, “No huggee, no kissee until I get a wedding ring”

Danger Zone – Kenny Loggins

Released in 1986, Genre: Rock

A song that could represent the intensity of going in and removing the garter from the bride’s upper thigh.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Highway to the Danger Zone
Ride into, the Danger Zone

Naughty Naughty – John Parr

Released in 1984, Genre: Rock

A fun song because it is a bit naughty to remove the garter.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Kiss me hard, squeeze me tight, gonna love you alright
Cause I’m a naughty, naughty, naughty guy

Hot For Teacher – Van Halen

Released in 1984, Genre: Rock

A song about lusting for your teacher with you as the student. It fits if one of the wedding couple is a teacher.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Whoa! Got it bad, got it bad, got it bad
I’m hot for teacher

Bad To The Bone – George Thorogood

Released in 1982, Genre: Rock

A song about a guy who doesn’t have an ounce of good in him and he gets what he wants.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I wanna be yours pretty baby
Yours and yours alone
I’m here to tell ya honey
That I’m bad to the bone

Eye Of The Tiger – Survivor

Released in 1982, Genre: Rock

A song featured in the Rocky movies that represent overcoming hardships and challenging obstacles – like removing the garter.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Went the distance, now I’m not going to stop
Just a man and his will to survive

I Know What Boys Like – Waitresses

Released in 1982, Genre: Rock

The song is from the perspective of girls flirting with boys because the girls know what boys want (sex) but not giving it to them.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I know what boys like
I know what guys want

Legs – ZZ Top

Released in 1982, Genre: Rock

The song describes the sexy legs of a girl which wedding guests will see when the garter is removed.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

She’s got legs, she knows how to use them
She never begs, knows how to choose them

You Shook Me All Night Long – AC/DC

Released in 1980, Genre: Rock

The song is a party song describing rocking in the bedroom all night long.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

My mind was aching and we were making it
And you shook me all night long

Another One Bites The Dust – Queen

Released in 1980, Genre: Rock

Even though the song refers to someone dying, the song commonly represents the end of single life.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Out of the doorway the bullets rip
To the sound of the beat look out
Another one bites the dust

Hot Legs – Rod Stewart

Released in 1978, Genre: Rock

A song about a guy who fancies a lady’s legs and gets dirty with her.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You got legs right up to your neck
You’re makin’ me a physical wreck

Come and Get Your Love – Redbone

Released in 1973, Genre: Rock

A song about a woman who lacks self-confidence but her man loves her the way she is.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Hail, with it, baby, ’cause you’re fine
And you’re mine, and you look so divine
Come and get your love

You Can Leave Your Hat On – Joe Cocker

Released in 1972, Genre: Rock

This is a song about a woman undressing for her man but he tells her that it’s OK if she wears her hat when done.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Raise your arms up in the air
And now shake ’em
Now give me a reason to live

A Little Less Conversation – Elvis Presley

Released in 1968, Genre: Rock

A song letting their lover know that they are tired of talking and it’s time to take action and get it on.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

All this aggravation ain’t satisfactioning me
A little more bite and a little less bark

Foxey Lady – Jimi Hendrix

Released in 1967, Genre: Rock

A song about a guy who thinks a girl is sexy and wants to take her home with him.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Yeah, I’m tired of wasting all my precious time
You got to be all mine, all mine
Foxey lady

After you have removed the garter and tossed the garter, the man who won the garter toss gets to place it on the leg (or arm depending on the age) of the bouquet toss winner. See songs to play for placing the garter.

Popular Pop Tunes

Only U – Jade Moss

Released in 2021, Genre: Pop

A song about a lady who likes a guy and wants to reel him in to make him hers.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Only you
Can make me feel this way
Fell for you

What a Man Gotta Do – Jonas Brothers

Released in 2020, Genre: Pop

A song of a man asking a woman what he has to do to make her be with him.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

What a man gotta do?
To be totally locked up by you

shut up – Greyson Chance

Released in 2019, Genre: Pop

The song describes a man who can’t stop talking about a woman but will be quiet if she says yes to kissing him.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I know I talk too much
So give me your two lips
And baby, I’ll shut up

Sucker – Jonas Brothers

Released in 2019, Genre: Pop

The song is about a guy who is infatuated with a lady and will do anything she says if they can be together.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You say the word and I’ll go anywhere blindly
I’m a sucker for you, yeah

Filthy – Justin Timberlake

Released in 2018, Genre: Pop

A provocative song about a boy who thinks he’s the man and tries to convince a love interest to get it on.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I said, “put your filthy hands all over me”
You know this ain’t the clean version

Slow Hands – Niall Horan

Released in 2017, Genre: Pop

The song talks about two lovers getting pleasure from exploring each other’s bodies with their hands.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Fingertips puttin’ on a show
Got me now and I can’t say no

Dangerous Woman – Ariana Grande

Released in 2016, Genre: Pop

This song is about an empowered woman who wants to release any inhibitions she may have with her man to explore new feelings.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Somethin’ ’bout you
Makes me feel like a dangerous woman

Versace On The Floor – Bruno Mars

Released in 2016, Genre: Pop

A song about getting naked with your lover and leaving your clothes on the floor as you won’t need them.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

So just turn down the lights
And close the door
Oooh I love that dress

Want to Want Me – Jason Derulo

Released in 2015, Genre: Pop

A song about loving someone and wanting them to love you in return.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Ooh, just the thought of you
Gets me so high

Get Lucky – Daft Punk feat. Pharrell Williams

Released in 2013, Genre: Pop

A song about a couple who grew their relationship to the point that it’s time to make love.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

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

Come & Get It – Selena Gomez

Released in 2013, Genre: Pop

A song about a girl in love and letting her lover know that whenever they are ready too they can make love.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

This love ain’t finished yet
So baby, whenever you’re ready
When you’re ready come and get it

Rock Your Body – Justin Timberlake

Released in 2002, Genre: Pop

A song about a guy who wants to dance with a lady he likes that he hopes will lead to more.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Don’t be so quick to, walk away
Dance with me
I wanna rock your body

I’m a Slave 4 U – Britney Spears

Released in 2001, Genre: Pop

A song about a young girl who wants to go out dancing and have a good time. While dancing she spots a guy who she wants to dance really close with.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

All I know is I’m so happy
When you’re dancing there
I’m a slave 4 U

Here Comes The Hotstepper – Ini Kamoze

Released in 1994, Genre: Pop

The meaning of a hotstepper is for someone running from the law but in the song is used as a man so in love that he is a lyrical murderer.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Here comes the hotstepper, murderer
I’m the lyrical gangster, murderer

Hungry Eyes – Eric Carmen

Released in 1987, Genre: Pop

A song about a man who fantasizes about being with a woman he sees.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’ve got this feelin’ that won’t subside
I look at you and I fantasize
You’re mine tonight

Just A Gigolo – David Lee Roth

Released in 1985, Genre: Pop

A song about a man who marries an older woman for her money but ends up sad and lonely. A comedic song for the removal.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Won’t some sweet mama come and take a chance with me?
‘Cause I ain’t so bad

Oh Yeah – Yello

Released in 1985, Genre: Pop

This song adds drama to the scene of removing the garter.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Oh Yeah

Maneater – Hall & Oates

Released in 1982, Genre: Pop

A song about a girl not in a relationship for love but rather only for her own benefit. A comedic twist for the bride.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Watch out boy she’ll chew you up
(Oh, here she comes)
She’s a maneater

One Way Or Another – Blondie

Released in 1978, Genre: Pop

A song about a guy who is playing hard to get but she will eventually have him for herself no matter what.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

One way, or another, I’m gonna find ya
I’m gonna get ya, get ya, get ya, get ya

Hooked On a Feeling – Blue Swede

Released in 1974, Genre: Pop

A song about a man who likes the euphoric state of falling in love and having someone love him in return.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m hooked on a feeling
I’m high on believing
That you’re in love with me

The garter tossing is primarily for the goom. Don’t forget about the bride. See a list of songs to play for the bride’s bouquet toss to the single ladies.

Upbeat Hip Hop Favorites

Boyz – Jesy Nelson, Nicki Minaj

Released in 2021, Genre: Hip Hop

The song describes the types of guys that the singer likes and turns her on.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I like a bad boy, you can’t stop me
I love bad boys for life

Beg For It – Iggy Azalea

Released in 2014, Genre: Hip Hop

A song about a woman turning on her man and then playing hard to get.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I guess you’ll have to beg
I’mma make you beg, I’mma make you beg for it

Best I Ever Had – Drake

Released in 2009, Genre: Hip Hop

The song is sung by a man whose woman is his whole world and will do anything for her.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

She made me beg for it ’til she give it up
And I say the same thing every single time

I Like the Way You Move – Outkast feat. Sleepy Brown

Released in 2003, Genre: Hip Hop

A song about liking the way girls dance to the music.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I like the way you move, wooo
I love the way you move

Beautiful – Snoop Dogg feat. Pharrell & Uncle Charlie Wilson

Released in 2002, Genre: Hip Hop

The song is about finding a woman exceptionally attractive and that she’s his favorite girl.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Beautiful, I just want you to know
(Oh, hoo)
You’re my favorite girl

Hot In Herre – Nelly

Released in 2002, Genre: Hip Hop

The song is about a bangin’ party and everyone is having a great time.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

So take off all your clothes
(Ohh)
I am gettin’ so hot, I wanna take my clothes off

Right Round – Flo Rida

Released in 2000, Genre: Hip Hop

A song about a guy who sees a lady dancing and his reaction to spotting her is to spin his head around to get a better look.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Hey, shawty must know I’m the man
My money love her like her number one fan

Big Pimpin’ – Jay-Z

Released in 2000, Genre: Hip Hop

If played, the song is meant to be comedic to represent the groom being a pimp daddy.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Yo yo yo big pimpin’, spendin’ cheese
We doin’ big pimpin’, on B.L.A.D.’s

Whatta Man – Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue

Released in 1993, Genre: Hip Hop

The song pays tribute to all of the good men that treat their lovers right.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

What a man, what a man, what a man
What a mighty good man
Yes he is

U Can’t Touch This – M.C. Hammer

Released in 1990, Genre: Hip Hop

The singer speaks of the master rapping skills he has and could be used as a reference that you cannot touch the bride’s private parts.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Cold on a mission, so fall on back
Let ’em know that you’re too much
And this is a beat, uh, they can’t touch

Wild Thing – Tone-Loc

Released in 1989, Genre: Hip Hop

The wild thing is a euphemism for sex and trying to have it.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

She loved to do the wild thing
Wild thing
Please baby baby please

Best Country Selections

Knockin’ Boots – Luke Bryan

Released in 2019, Genre: Country

The song is about how boots were made to go out and dance and have a good time but also about lovin’ on your lover too.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Shades need drawing, hearts need falling
Boots need knockin’
Knockin’ boots

Body Like A Back Road – Sam Hunt

Released in 2017, Genre: Country

A song about a man appreciating the curves of his female lover.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Body like a back road
Drivin’ with my eyes closed
I know every curve like the back of my hand

I’m Still A Guy – Brad Paisley

Released in 2008, Genre: Country

The song describes the differences in the way guys and gals look at life.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Then you swat my hand when I try
Well now what can I say at, the end of the day
Honey, I’m still a guy

How Bad Do You Want It – Tim McGraw

Released in 2004, Genre: Country

A song about putting everything you have into something that you want to achieve – like getting the garter.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

If you’re gonna climb that mountain to the top
It always comes down to
How bad do you want it?

Real Good Man – Tim McGraw

Released in 2003, Genre: Country

A song about a man who may be on the wild side but he will always be there to take care of his girl.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’ve got velvet hands
I’ll show you how a real bad boy
Can be a real good man

Shameless – Garth Brooks

Released in 1989, Genre: Country

A song about a guy who will do anything to please his lover because he has deep feelings for her.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m shameless
Honey, I don’t have a prayer
Every time I see you standing there

Energetic Dance Music Hits

Toxic Pony – ALTÉGO, Britney Spears & Ginuwine

Released in 2022, Genre: Dance

This is a dance mix of two songs about being addicted to your lover and wanting to get busy – the perfect combination for a garter removal.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And I love what you do (ride it)
Don’t you know that you’re toxic? (My pony)

Waba Duba – Yello

Released in 2020, Genre: Dance

This is an infectious dance tune to set the mood for a fun moment.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Do you want me to do
Don’t take me for a fool
I’m only happy man

I’m Too Sexy (Touch This Skin) – Black Stereo Faith

Released in 2017, Genre: Dance

A sensual electronic remix of the song by Right Said Fred that will set the mood for the garter event.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And I’m too sexy for my hat
Too sexy for my hat
What ya think about that?

Sexy And I Know It – LMFAO

Released in 2010, Genre: Dance

A song about a man who is conceited and thinks that he is God’s gift and that everyone should look at him.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I got passion in my pants and I ain’t afraid to show it
(Show it, show it, show it)
I’m sexy and I know it

Sexyback – Justin Timberlake

Released in 2006, Genre: Dance

A song about ditching your dull friends and coming with me to have a good time.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Go ahead, be gone with it
And get your sexy on

I’m Too Sexy – Right Said Fred

Released in 1991, Genre: Dance

The song is about being vain and how nothing is good enough for you.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m too sexy for my car
Too sexy for my car
Too sexy by far

When it comes time to dance, see a list of popular line dance songs (group dances) to get everyone on the dance floor.

Disco Bangers

Bad Girls – Donna Summer

Released in 1979, Genre: Disco

The song would be comedic because it talks about the life of working girls.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Sun’s gone down and they’re about to trot (out trot)
Spirit’s high and legs look hot

Da Ya Think I’m Sexy? – Rod Stewart

Released in 1978, Genre: Disco

A song about a guy whose heart races because he likes a girl but is nervous to know if she likes him back.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

If you want my body and you think I’m sexy
Come on, sugar, tell me so

Macho Man – Village People

Released in 1978, Genre: Disco

A song about having self-confidence – because you will need it to get the garter.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Macho, macho man
I gotta be a macho man
Macho, macho man (yeah, yeah)

Brick House – The Commodores

Released in 1977, Genre: Disco

A song about a woman who is confident and beautiful.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Ow, she’s a brick house
Yeah, she’s the one, the only one, built like an amazon

When the reception is winding down, how do you want to end? See a list of the final songs to play to end your reception.

Misc Genre Moodsetters

Fever – Michael Bublé

Released in 2003, Genre: Jazz

A song about being deeply in love and how it takes complete control of you.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You give me fever
When you kiss me
Fever when you hold me tight

Who Let The Dogs Out? – Baha Men

Released in 2000, Genre: Soca

The song is about men who disrespect women and is meant as a funny song for the garter removal.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

To any girls callin’ them canine
Yippie yi yo
But they tell me, “Hey, man, it’s part of the party?

Mission Impossible Theme – Danny Elfman

Released in 1996, Genre: Instrumental

The song is meant to be comical as removing the garter is a mission that is hard but not impossible.

Boombastic – Shaggy

Released in 1995, Genre: Reggae

The song is about a guy who is a fantastic lover.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Touch me inna me back, she say I’m Mr. Romantic
Call me fantastic
She touch me inna my back, she says I’m Mr. Boom-boom-boom-boom

Bad Boys – Inner Circle

Released in 1993, Genre: Reggae

A song intended to represent boys who do what they want without regard to the law.

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Bad boys, bad boys whatcha gonna do?
Whatcha gonna do when they come for you?

Gonna Fly Now (Rocky Theme) – Bill Conti

Released in 1977, Genre: Classical

A song in the Rocky movies that represents overcoming all obstacles to be a winner.

You Sexy Thing – Hot Chocolate

Released in 1975, Genre: Funk

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I believe in miracles
Since you came along sexy thing
Kiss me, you sexy thing

Jaws Theme – John Williams

Released in 1975, Genre: Classical

A song that is played to add drama and suspense to the moment.

Jeopardy Theme – The Gamers

Released in 1964, Genre: Classical

A song to add a time limit to successfully obtain the bride’s garter from her leg.

Pink Panther Theme – Henry Mancini

Released in 1963, Genre: Jazz

A song to add drama and sneakiness to the process of grabbing the garter from the bride.

The Stripper – David Rose

Released in 1958, Genre: Jazz

A sexy song to play as this song is commonly played in movies and theaters while actors remove their clothes.

Do you have a favorite garter removal song, not on our list?  Please share your song below so that we can add it!

FAQs

What is a garter removal song?

The garter removal song is played as the groom removes the garter from the bride’s leg. Usually, the bride is sitting on a chair in the middle of the dance floor, surrounded by wedding guests, as the groom removes her garter.

You can enhance the garter removal with a drum roll or a song. The removal is traditionally done to “The Stripper” by David Rose. But you may not like that swinging jazz vibe. That’s cool. This is why we’ve listed 100 more songs.

Is the garter removal song awkward?

If you’re more conservative (socially), then this may be awkward. If you’re a run-of-the-mill American, this is a fun part of the wedding. The groom has an opportunity to find the garter (with his teeth). Hey, it could definitely be the bride in a same-sex wedding. Who says it couldn’t be a double garter removal? That’s double the fun!

The garter removal is fun for the wedding couple and their guests. With that said, if it makes you uncomfortable, as a couple, then don’t do it. This is why you are planning your wedding with a professional wedding coordinator. Make your concerns known and, along with a professional DJ, you’ll come up with some fun alternatives.

Where does the garter removal fit in the wedding reception?

The typical order of a wedding reception for the bouquet and garter is as follows: Bouquet Toss Songs, Garter Removal Songs, Garter Toss Songs & Garter Placement Songs.

Of course, it is up to you, as the wedding couple, to choose to have some of the above events or none at all. We have seen weddings with many combinations.

With that said, the bouquet toss and the garter toss make great photo opportunities. They’re fun, spontaneous, and a great way to show your personality!

The bouquet songs below are focused on a feminine theme. The garter toss songs have a more masculine theme. The garter removal songs and garter placement songs are sexy songs either way.

Music Sources:

• DJs’ Playlists
• Couples’ Playlists
• DJ Event Planner
• DJ Intelligence
• Amazon Best Sellers
• Billboard
• Spotify

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