Top 10 Most Beautiful Wedding Songs for the First Dance

Ed Sheeran's Perfect is the modern standard for the first dance. The lyrics tell of a love that had a rocky start and then fell into place, and the tempo is ideal for moving slowly.

Thinking Out Loud is about growing old together. It's soft and relatable, and the guitar accompaniment makes it easy to dance without thinking about steps.

Etta James' At Last is a timeless classic with a warm jazz feel. It suits more stylish weddings and is instantly recognized by older guests.

John Legend's All of Me is a sincere ode to someone who accepts you with all your flaws. The piano arrangement leaves room for emotion and suits an intimate moment.

Elvis Presley's Can't Help Falling in Love may be the most chosen wedding song ever. The melody is simple and the words say everything you want to express.

A Thousand Years is known from the Twilight films and is about a love that can last for centuries. It's dramatic and grand, ideal if you want a cinematic first dance.

Adele's Make You Feel My Love is a Bob Dylan cover that sounds moving and powerful. It's less a dance song and more a song you listen to together.

Train's Marry Me is direct and cheerful, and suits couples who don't want things to be too serious. The song makes the room happy and the atmosphere light.

Bruno Mars' Just the Way You Are is about accepting someone as they are. Its cheerful melody suits a dance where guests can clap along.

Beyoncé's Halo is powerful and emotional. It's not a traditional wedding song, but its vocals and build-up make it an impressive choice for those who want something different.