First Dance Songs

First Dance Song Review: I Won't Give Up by Jason Mraz

First Dance Song Review: I Won't Give Up by Jason Mraz

I am often asked my opinion on whether to use certain songs as a first dance song. Couples may love the lyrics of a particular song, but want to know if they can really dance to it.

Today, I will review Jason Mraz’s “I Won’t Give Up” from his 2012 album, Love Is A Four Letter Word.

First Dance Song for Classy, City Wedding

First Dance Song for Classy, City Wedding

Clearly, you can use whichever first dance song you choose, but some just seem to fit in certain settings better than others. I imagine Louis Armstrong’s version of La Vie en Rose being danced to at a classic, black-tie wedding in the city with a huge dance floor and spotlights on the newlyweds.

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Top 5 First Dance Songs from the Late 1960s

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Top 5 First Dance Songs from the Late 1960s

Here are five of my favorite first dance songs that strike a nice balance between meaningful lyrics and a danceable beat. They also all happen to be from the late 1960s, making them perfect for a wedding that incorporates vintage themes.