Top 10 First Dance Songs for 2025 Weddings

Your first dance is one of the most memorable moments of your wedding day - the one where everything slows down, the lights dim, and the world disappears for just a few minutes. Whether you want a song that’s timeless, emotional, or a bit unexpected, we’ve rounded up the best first dance songs for 2025 weddings, based on what real couples are choosing (and what works beautifully live).

At Sugar Coat, we’ve performed hundreds of weddings across South Wales and beyond, and we’ve seen what makes that first dance magical - and what doesn’t. Here’s our list of favourites to inspire your big moment.

🎵 Our Top 10 First Dance Songs for 2025

“Perfect” – Ed Sheeran

A modern classic that never fails. It’s intimate, heartfelt, and made for slow dancing.

“A Thousand Years” – Christina Perri

Beautiful, cinematic, and timeless. Ideal for couples who love emotional ballads.

“You Are the Reason” – Calum Scott

Simple, powerful, and perfect for live performance - especially with harmonies.

“Simply the Best (Acoustic)” – Tina Turner / Noah Reid

Soulful and stripped back - a trend we’re seeing more couples choose.

“Can’t Help Falling in Love” – Elvis Presley / Kina Grannis

Classic or modern acoustic - either way, it’s always beautiful.

“Better Half of Me” – Tom Walker

Perfect for couples who want something emotional but modern.

“Forever After All” – Luke Combs

A stunning country choice that works great for couples who love storytelling.

“All of Me” – John Legend

Still one of the most popular wedding songs for good reason - timeless.

“Lover” – Taylor Swift (First Dance Remix)

A rising 2025 trend — couples love the romantic feel with a fresh modern edge.

“You’ve Got the Love” – Florence + The Machine

Great for couples who want to blend sincerity with a touch of energy.

Sugar Coat’s Tips for Choosing the Perfect First Dance Song

Pick something meaningful, not just popular.

The best first dances are about you, not the charts.

Think about tempo and mood.

Slower songs are classic, but mid-tempo ones can feel more natural and less nerve-wracking.

Trust your band.

We can guide you on what translates best live - especially for modern songs with heavy production or layered vocals.

Ask for a preview.

We’ll send an MP3 recording of us performing your song in advance so there are no surprises on the big night.

💍 Ready to Hear Your Song Live?

If you’ve found a song that feels right, we can learn and perform it just for your day - no extra charge for your first dance.
We’ve helped hundreds of couples make that moment unforgettable.