The team at Spotify notes that there were more than 26 million wedding-themed playlists created on the platform in the last 12 months.
Updated on January 14, 2026 04:13PM
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Key Takeaways
- Choosing a meaningful first dance song sets the tone for an unforgettable evening and keeps the energy high.
- The top first dance songs of 2024 include timeless classics like Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love" and modern hits like Chris Stapleton's "Joy of My Life."
- If the top 10 songs don’t feel right, explore Spotify’s 26 million wedding playlists or BRIDES’ curated list of 85 options.
Let's face it: Your wedding guests might not remember exactly what your wedding dress looked like, what they ate for dinner, or what flowers were on reception tables, but they will remember whether or not they had a great time. One of the best ways to ensure your guests love every second of your wedding? By keeping the energy up and the dance floor packed. In order to do just that, great music—performed by a live band or played by an experienced DJ—is key.
As guests enter your wedding reception, the song you choose for your first newlywed dance is generally a precursor to what's to come. Of course, it should be a song that's meaningful to the two of you as a couple, but it should also be something that sets the tone for an evening of revelry. Need a little inspiration? Our friends at Spotify shared the top 10 most popular first dance songs of 2024 with BRIDES, and this list—as well as our coordinating playlist on the platform—is a great place to start your search.
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According to the team at Spotify, users of the popular music platform created more than 26 million wedding-themed playlists last year. These included everything from getting-ready tunes to bachelorette party playlists. Even the editors at BRIDES spend time on the platform, and our curated playlists of nuptial-worthy songs are worth checking out ahead of your big day.
So, what was the most popular first dance song in 2024, according to experts at Spotify? Elvis Presley's classic "Can't Help Falling in Love" took the top spot, followed by another tried-and-true favorite, Etta James' "At Last." Looking for something a little more modern? Chris Stapleton's "Joy of My Life" took spot three, followed by Kelsey Hart's "Life With You." Rounding out to the top five was "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran, which couples have been swaying to on their wedding days since the song's release in 2017.
Spot six went to "All Your'n" by Tyler Childers, and a remix of Taylor Swift's ultra-popular "Lover" took spot seven. The eighth most popular first dance song of 2024 was "Wondering Why" by The Red Clay Strays, which was followed by "Until I Found You (with Em Beihold)" by Stephen Sanchez in the ninth spot. In 10th place was "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" by Frankie Valli, proving the classics never go out of style.
Listen to all 10 of these tunes and see if one feels like a fit for your big day. Still need more inspiration? We have you covered. If you're not finding your perfect tune among the top 10 of 2024, our list of the 85 best first dance songs will definitely have something for you.
