Country music is the best! And there is nothing better than country music for a first dance song.
Sure, the country music genre is commonly coined as the heartbreak, drinking beer, and tractors, type music. BUT, you can’t tell me that country hasn’t produced some of the best love ballads accompanied by an acoustic guitar!
More often than not, couples choose country first wedding dance songs that tell a story that matches the relationship. And there are seriously heaps of country music songs that tell are great story which is why they are THE BEST!
There are no ‘rules’ you should feel obligated to follow when it comes to your magical day, and especially your first dance. You can opt for a slow dance where you just gaze into your lovers eyes and feel like the only 2 people in the whole venue.
You might like to choreograph your first day or not, its totally up to you.
I was recently in a wedding party, and the bride and groom chose their first dance based off “their” first song. Ugh, get’s me weak in the knees! It’s that very first country song you hear when you are in a new relationship. Once you actually start listening to the lyrics, all you can think about is them. Next thing you know (yes, I’m thinking Jordan Davis here), it’s playing constantly on the radio. You catch yourself singing and humming the tune throughout your day. Every single time, you think of them….THIS is your country first dance song.
Tips for Choosing the Best Country First dance Songs
Your first dance is often the first moment that you are able to actually shut-out the noises around you and focus solely on the moment and realization of being newlyweds. However, it will always be a song that has an extremely significant meaning.
You want to keep your first dance song under four minutes but over two minutes. You don’t want to bore your guests as they watch you waddle back and forth around in a circle for 5 minutes.
Listen and understand the lyrics of the country song. They should truly reflect your relationships and the love you want to express during your first dance.
What If You Don’t Have “A Song“?
Do you and your partner not have a designated “song”? No need to fret, my spouse and I were in the same boat. Our musical preferences differ and our memory recall is subpar, rendering all the typical advice useless. However, this is inconsequential. Who cares?!
Your first dance can still be an unforgettable moment filled with romance, humor, or whatever you desire. Select a song together that speaks to you.
Here are some great Country First Dance Songs that bring all the feels.
You can’t go wrong with any song by Dan + Shay
Speechless feat. Tori Kelly by Dan + Shay
“All to Myself by Dan + Shay
‘Obsessed’ by Dan + Shay
You hypnotize me with your touch
And I can never get enough of you
It’s true
And anywhere you wanna go my hand is only yours to hold
Oh, you know
I’m so obsessed
With the way that your lips
Kiss me like crazy
Ooh, you amaze me”
Here are some other options to consider:
- Glad You Exist (Acoustic) by Dan + Shay (Upbeat)
- You by Dan + Shay
- 10,000 Hours feat. Justin Bieber by Dan + Shay
- From the Ground Up by Dan + Shay
- All To Myself by Dan + Shay
- Obsessed by Dan + Shay
Steal My Love by Dan + Shay
“… Can’t take my eyes off you
Even if I wanted to
I swear I’m staring at heaven
Holding you here tonight
Watching all the stars align
I wanna stay for forever
Yeah, the sky could be falling
The world could unravel
But you’ll still be safe in my arms”
Top Requested Country First Dance Songs
What are the top requested country first dance songs to consider? We asked a few popular wedding bands and these options were hot contenders:
- Beautiful Crazy by Luke Combs
- Yours by Russell Dickerson
- Come A Little Closer by Dierks Bentley
- This Is It by Scott McCreery
- I Don’t Dance by Lee Brice
- Must Be Doin’ Somethin’ Right by Billy Currington
- My Wish by Rascal Flatts
- H.O.L.Y. by Florida Georgia Line
Die A Happy Man by Thomas Rhett
“Baby, that red dress brings me to my knees
Oh, but that black dress makes it hard to breathe
You’re a saint, you’re a Goddess,
The cutest, the hottest,
A masterpiece
It’s too good to be true,
Nothing better than you
In my wildest dreams
And I know that I can’t ever tell you enough
That all I need in this life is your crazy love”
Youtube link to Die a Happy Man by Thomas Rhett
Change Your Name by Chase Bryant
“I wanna dream your dreams,
Wanna make em all come true.
Dance every dance that you want to.
Every breath I breathe will be for you.
Well I wanna change your name,
I wanna call you mine.
I wanna make you smile,
At least a million times.”
Youtube link to Change Your Name by Chase Bryant
Classic Songs Everyone Loves for a First Dance
If you are looking for a classic country song for your first dance that will seriously appeal to everyone at the wedding, here are a few good choices.
- Forever And Ever, Amen by Randy Travis
- Breathe by Faith Hill
- Just To Hear You Say That You Love Me by Faith Hill
- Bless The Broken Road by Rascal Flatts
- You’re Still The One by Shania Twain
- I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack
- She’s My Kind Of Rain by Tim McGraw
- It’s Your Love by Tim McGraw
- I Swear by John Michael Montgomery
- I Can Love You Like That by John Michael Montgomery
- Could I Have This Dance by Amy Grant & Anne Murray
Best Country First Dance Songs
The great thing about the country genre is that there is an endless supply of great country wedding songs. Here are some of the best:
- Let’s Make Love by Tim McGraw
- Promise To Love Her by Blane Howard
- I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You by Kenny Rogers
- Eyes On You by Chase Rice
- Better Together by Luke Combs
- All Of It by Cole Swindell
- Little Moments by Braid Paisley
- Crazy Girl by Eli Young Band
- Dance Real Slow by Easton Corbin
- Live Forever by Kane Brown
- I Need You by Tim McGraw & Faith Hill
- Grow Old by Matt Cooper
- Your Man by Josh Turner
- Old Love Song by Zac Brown Band
- Only You Can Love Me This Way by Keith Urban
- Carrying Your Love With Me by George Strait
- This Kiss by Faith Hill
- Fall Into Me by Emerson Drive
- I Love The Way You Love Me by John Michael Montgomery
- To Know Love by Little Big Town
- Don’t Happen Twice by Kenny Chesney
- Somebody Like You by Keith Urban
- I Love You This Big by Scotty McCreery
- You Won’t Ever By Lonely by Andy Griggs – classic
- Slow Dance In A Parking Lot (Acoustic) by Jordan Davis
- Just A Kiss by Lady Antebellum
- Soulmate by Josh Turner
- Mine Would Be You by Blake Shelton
Blessings by Florida Georgia Line
“I never dreamed that you could be so perfectly created, girl
He made a perfect angel
And he made you just for me
Who knows where I’d be without you?
No, I just couldn’t be without you
I’ll just say “Amen”
I can count ’em on one hand
But honey, look there on your finger
I’d say I’m a lucky man
God made two lovers out of strangers
A little house on a little land
A little creek, a little Jeep
Same old moon everybody sees
It sure ain’t hard to count your blessings”
Youtube link to Blessings by Florida Georgia Line.
Tonight We’re Dancing by Chris Young
“I don’t wanna hit the same spot
The same restaurant
We’ve been to a million times before
Wanna do something different
Remember when we met
And I pulled you out onto a hardwood floor
I wanna make you feel that way again
So, tonight we’re dancin’
Barefoot in the kitchen”
Youtube link to Tonight We’re Dancing
- Heaven by Kane Brown
- Slow Dance In A Parking Lot by Jordan Davis
- She’s Mine by Kip Moore
- Butterflies by Kacey Musgraves
- Remind Me by Brad Paisley & Carrie Underwood
- H.O.L.Y by Florida Georgia Line
- That’s What She Gets For Loving Me by Brooks & Dunn
- Wanted by Hunter Hayes
- Tennessee Whiskey by Chris Stapleton
Making Memories Of Us by Keith Urban
“I wanna honor your mother
I wanna learn from your pa
I wanna steal your attention like a bad outlaw
I wanna stand out in a crowd for you
A man among men
I wanna make your world better than it’s ever been
And I’m gonna love you like nobody loves you
And I’ll earn your trust making memories of us”
- I Got You by Thompson Square
- To Make You Feel My Love by Garth Brooks
- You Make It Easy by Jason Aldean
- Center Of My World by Chris Young
- Hey Pretty Girl by Kip Moore
- What’s Mine Is Yours by Kane Brown
- How Forever Feels by Kenny Chesney
- Grow Old by Matt Cooper
- The Rest of Our Lives by Drew Green
- Millionaire by Chris Stapleton
- Marry Me by Dolly Parton
You’re My Better Half by Keith Urban
“Oh baby, it’s the sweet love that you give to me
That makes me believe we can make it through anything
‘Cause when it all comes down
And I’m feeling like I’ll never last
I just lean on you ’cause baby
You’re my better half”
- Carry You Home by Ward Thomas
- Makin’ Plans by Miranda Lambert
- Steady Heart by Kameron Marlowe
- Love Is A Wild Thing by Kacy Musgraves
- All Your Life by The Band Perry
- Lost In This Moment by Big & Rich
- We Do Us by Ryan Hurd
- Fall Into Me by Brantley Gilbert
- Forever To Go by Chase Rice
- History In The Making by Darius Rucker
Greatest Love Story by Lanco
“And I said
I’m gonna be your forever
So baby will you be my wife
Now that we know a little better
We could have a real nice life
Cause I’m what you wanted and you’re what I need
So let’s meet in between
We are gonna be the greatest love story this town has ever seen”
Youtube link to Great Love Story by Lanco
- Love Your Love The Most by Eric Church
- Look At Me by Carrie Underwood
- Cause I Love You by Johnny Cash & June Carter – Oldie
- Walk Through This World With Me by George Jones
- Love Me Tender by Elvis Presley
- Parallel Line by Keith Urban
- Love Is A Beautiful Thing by Phil Vassar
- The One by Gary Allan
- Long Haul by Ian Munsick
- Never ‘Til Now by Ashley Cooke & Brett Young
You Won’t Ever Be Lonely by Andy Griggs
“You’re safe from the world wrapped in my arms
And I’ll never let go
Baby, here’s where it starts
And I promise you now
You won’t ever be lonely
Here’s a shoulder you can cry on
And a love you can rely on
For as long as I live
There will always be a place you belong
Here beside me
Heart and soul
Baby, you only
And I promise you now
You won’t ever be lonely”
- Forever After All by Luke Combs
- To The Moon And Back by Luke Bryan
- Lost In This Moment by Big & Rich
- Bless The Broken Road by Rascal Flatts
- From This Moment On by Shania Twain
- She’s Everything by Brad Paisley
What Your First Dance Song Shouldn’t Be?
Make You Feel My Love by Adele
This song describes one person being in love with someone who is unsure of how they feel about it.
You’re Beautiful by James Blunt
Yes, as a bride, you want to be sang to and told that you are beautiful, but not to this song. James Blunt made this song about someone who realizes they will never be with the person they truly love, leading the person to take their life. Ew, not a good start.
Stay With Me by Sam Smith
Such a heart felt song too. But, until you realize that Sam is referring to someone falling for a one night stand.
Marry Me by Thomas Rhett
Wouldn’t you think that a song with the title “Marry Me” would have a country love story to it? This is all about a woman who wants to get married but not to the person who loves her most.
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