Top 87 Father Daughter Dance Songs for Wedding 2024

Few wedding moments are more touching than the father-daughter dance. Traditionally, it’s the second dance of the wedding, immediately following the first dance between the newly married couple. Of course, if there’s another special person in your life who you see as a father figure, you can share your special dance with them instead. (This could be the person who gives you away if you choose to uphold that custom.)

You want to pick a song that really speaks to your emotions, but finding the perfect choice among all the father-daughter dance songs out there can be tricky. You’re looking to encapsulate the special relationship you share with your dad—you want a song about love but only the one-of-a-kind love between a dad and daughter.

Ask yourself a couple of questions when choosing the best song to dance to with your father:

Do you already have a favorite song that makes you think about your dad?
Do you want the song to be emotional?
Do you want a more upbeat and fun song?
Do you love country music?

By choosing the perfect dad-and-daughter dance song, there won’t be a dry eye in the room.

Scroll down below and listen to some of the amazing choices.

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Our Favorite Father-Daughter Songs

When choosing your father-daughter song, it’s important to listen to each track before making your final decision. You don’t want the music that was meant for your wedding day to be inappropriate or uncomfortable for both of you. Consider these things when making your selection:

Is this song appropriate for my style of wedding?
Does this song fit in with what we’re doing at our reception?
What is the tempo like? Does it feel too slow or too fast?
Is this song overly sentimental (e.g., “I’ll always love you”)?

Does it feel like it’s about my parents or something else? Is this song too mature for a wedding reception? How do I feel about the lyrics?

“Cinderella” by Steven Curtis Chapman
“Butterfly Kisses” by Bob Carlisle
“Fathers & Daughters” by Boyce Avenue
“Sweet Pea” by Amos Lee
“How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You” by James Taylor
“Somewhere Over The Rainbow” by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
“My Little Girl” by Tim McGraw
“I Loved Her First” by Heartland
“Never Grow Up” by Taylor Swift
“Daddy’s Little Girl” by The Shires

Slow Tempo Father-Daughter Wedding Songs

It’s no secret that slow tempo songs are more romantic and sentimental, but there’s a reason for this. At a wedding, you want to create an atmosphere of celebration and joy for your guests. While it’s important to choose music that fits the moment, it can’t go so far as to distract from the event itself—and this is where slower tempo songs come into play.

After all, when people think of dancing at weddings they envision couples swaying together on the dance floor while soft music plays in the background. Slow-tempo songs are great for creating this atmosphere during either part of your big day: during the ceremony or reception (or both!).

“What A Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong
“What A Wonderful World” by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
“Unforgettable” by Natalie Cole (Duet with Nat ‘King’ Cole)
“Unforgettable” by Nat ‘King’ Cole
“Times Of Your Life” by Paul Anka
“Daddy’s Little Girl” by Michael Buble
“Little Miss Magic” By Jimmy Buffet
“Fathers and Daughters” by Michael Bolton

More Ideas:

“A Song for My Daughter” by Ray Allaire
“Always Be Your Baby” by Natalie Grant
“Daddy” by Beyoncé
“Because You Loved Me,” by Céline Dion
“Daddy’s Little Girl” by Michael Bolton
“Dream” by Priscilla Ahn
“Forever” by The Beach Boys
“God Only Knows” by The Beach Boys
“Lullaby” by Billy Joel
“One in a Million” by Larry Graham
“She’s Leaving Home” by The Beatles
“To Sir With Love” by Lulu
“Wind Beneath My Wings” by Bette Midler
“It Had to Be You” by Ray Charles
“You Are So Beautiful” by Joe Crocker
“Your Song” by Elton John
“Gracie” by Ben Folds
“You’ll Be in My Heart” by Phil Collins
“You’ve Got a Friend” by James Taylor
“Daughter” by Loudon Wainwright III
“Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac

Medium/Upbeat Father-Daughter Songs

In this section, you’ll find a list of songs that are medium/upbeat. These are generally happy, upbeat songs that fit the mood of an event like a wedding or a prom.

“Daughter” by Loudon Wainwright lll
“Isn’t She Lovely” by Stevie Wonder
“Father and Daughter” by Paul Simon
“How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by Marvin Gaye
“The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra
“My Girl” by The Temptations
“Forever Young” by Rod Stewart
“Brown Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison
“Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses
“I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack
“She’s a Rainbow” by The Rolling Stones
“Wildflowers” by Tom Petty
“Come Fly With Me” by Frank Sinatra
“The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra
“Sweet Pea” by Amos Lee

Country Songs for Father-Daughter

Country songs are a great choice for your Father-Daughter dance, and this list will provide you with some unique options. The following is a list of country songs that include both traditional styles as well as modern ones. The first three are from the 1990s and 2000s, which is when most people were growing up in the United States. These aren’t necessarily my favorite songs from that era, but they do represent the style of music that was popular at the time—and can still be heard on country radio today:

“Just Fishin” by Trace Adkins
“In My Daughters Eyes” by Martina McBride
“Dance With My Daughter” by Jason Blaine
“My Wish” by Rascal Flatts
“I’ll Be Your Man (Song For A Daughter)” by Zac Brown Band
“It Won’t Be Like This For Long” by Darius Rucker
“Daddy” by Abby Anderson
“Daddy Dance With Me” by Krystal Keith
“Tough Little Boys” by Gary Allan
“For My Daughter” by Kane Brown
“Daddy’s Hands” by Holly Dunn
“Daddy’s Little Girl” by The Shires
“Don’t Blink” by Kenny Chesney
“God Gave Me You” by Blake Shelton
“I Loved Her First” by Heartland
“I’ll Be There” by Josh Turner
“My Little Girl” by Tim McGraw
“Stealing Cinderella” by Chuck Wicks
“Today I Give My Daughter Away” by Dale Watson & His Lone Stars
“Wide Open Spaces” by the Dixie Chicks
“You Are My Sunshine” by Johnny Cash

Modern Father-Daughter Dance Songs

These current father-daughter wedding songs will appeal to you if you like chart-toppers. Most of these are familiar on the radio and in movies and TV shows, so everyone will recognize them once you start dancing. If you’re into modern music, these are the best father-daughter dance songs from 2023.

“Dance Like Yo Daddy” by Meghan Trainor
“EmmyLou” by Vance Joy
“First Man” by Camila Cabello
“Glory” by Jay-Z ft. Blue Ivy
“How Long Will I Love You” by Ellie Goulding
“I Lived” by OneRepublic
“I Turn to You,” by Christina Aguilera
“Like My Father” by Jax
“Moon River” by Frank Ocean
“Never Grow Up” by Taylor Swift
“One Call Away” by Charlie Puth
“Ready, Set, Don’t Go” by Billy Ray Cyrus

FAQ

What time does the father-daughter dance take place?

Usually, the father-daughter dance takes place at the reception after the meal and toasts. It is an excellent way to transition into an open dance floor, along with other family dances.

How does the father-daughter dance make sense?

During the father-daughter dance, brides and their fathers are in a sweet moment that represents their appreciation for the love and guidance they received throughout their lives.

We hope that this article has been helpful in narrowing down your search for the perfect father-daughter song. You might be surprised by how many options there are, and hopefully we’ve narrowed it down to a few of our favorite choices. The point is, there is no one right answer. Every wedding and every couple is different but they all have one thing in common: they want to make sure their day is perfect!

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