Music sets the tone for every moment of your wedding celebration, from the ceremony to the reception. It's important to choose songs that reflect your love story and personalities as a couple.To simplify your planning, we've compiled a list of the top 50 wedding songs 2024 designed to create memorable moments on your special day.

One of our couples favorite features at Pole Barn Chic is our stunning light-up dance floor. Weddings are once-in-a-lifetime events; if dancing is a priority for you, devise a strategy to keep your guests dancing. While we are located in Springfield Illinois (near Peoria & north of St. Louis Missouri) we are obsessed with New Orleans charm and offer many NOLA elements to our weddings. Cocktail style receptions are the standard for New Orleans weddings, offering 40% seating to 60% cocktail tables, this set up motivates guests to fill the dance floor throughout the evening. Excellent music is key to ensuring your guests enjoy dancing the night away but a cocktail style reception and gorgeous dance floor all work together beautifully to keep the party fun & exciting all night. 

Here are soe of the most popular wedding songs across the country. 

1. "Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley - A timeless classic that perfectly captures the emotions of love and commitment.
2. "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran - This romantic ballad has become a popular choice for first dances at weddings.
3. "All of Me" by John Legend - A heartfelt song that celebrates unconditional love and devotion.
4. "Marry Me" by Train - A sweet and sentimental song that is perfect for walking down the aisle.
5. "A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri - This beautiful song is often chosen for ceremonies or first dances.
6. "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing" by Aerosmith - A powerful rock ballad that expresses deep love and affection.
7. "At Last" by Etta James - A classic choice for a first dance that exudes elegance and romance.
8. "You Are the Best Thing" by Ray LaMontagne - An upbeat and joyful song that celebrates love and happiness.
9. "I Choose You" by Sara Bareilles - A heartfelt song about choosing each other every day in marriage.
10. "Better Together" by Jack Johnson - A laid-back and feel-good song that celebrates being together.
11. "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers - A soulful and romantic ballad that is perfect for slow dancing.
12. "You Are So Beautiful" by Joe Cocker - A simple yet powerful declaration of love and admiration.
13. "Stand By Me" by Ben E. King - An iconic song about standing strong together through life's challenges.
14. "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)" by James Taylor - An upbeat and fun song that celebrates love and happiness. 
15. ."Let's Stay Together”- Al Green- oldies are always goodies!
16.  "Dream Lover"- Bobby Darin 
17. "The way you look tonight"- Frank Sinatra 
18. "Can’t take my eyes off you”- Frankie Valli 
19. "I got you babe"- Sonny & Cher 
20. "When I fall in love"- Nat King Cole 
21. "God only knows"- Beach Boys 
22. "My girl"- Temptations 
23. ”Sweet Caroline”- Neil Diamond 
24. ”Signed sealed delivered” – Stevie Wonder 
25. ”It had to be you”- Harry Connick Jr. 
26. ”Crazy little thing called love”- Queen 
27. ”All you need is love” – Beatles 
28. ”Something” – Beatles 
29. ”Your Song” – Elton John 
30. ”Hallelujah” – Leonard Cohen 
31. ”Love on Top “Beyonce 
32. .“Thinking out loud “Ed Sheeran” 
33. “Stand By me “Ben E King” 
34. “Lets get it on “Marvin Gaye” 
35. “Isn’t she lovely “Stevie Wonder”
36. “Just like heaven “The Cure”
37. “Everlong “Foo Fighters”
38. “There she goes“ The Las
39. “Wonderwall“ Oasis
40. “Friday I’m in Love“ The Cure
41. “Home“ Edward Sharpe & Magnetic Zeros
42. “Ho Hey“ Lumineers
43. .“Lucky“ Jason Mraz ft Colbie Caillat
44. ”Hey Ho“ Lumineers
45. ”Is this Love? Bob Marley
46. ”Forever Young Rod Stewart
47. ”In My Life Beatles
48. ”Ain’t no mountain high enough Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
49. ”Stay with me Sam Smith
50. ”Latch Disclosure ft Sam Smith

Choosing the right music for your wedding can be overwhelming, but with this list of the best 50 wedding songs for 2024, you'll have plenty of inspiration to create a playlist that reflects your unique style as a couple. Whether you prefer classic ballads, modern hits, or timeless favorites, there's something on this list for everyone. From walking down the aisle to dancing the night away, these songs will help set the mood and create unforgettable moments on your special day. Happy planning!

Pole Barn Chic is dedicated to celebrating locally owned wedding venues! As you plan your wedding please consider choosing a locally owned venue. We love supporting our wedding venue owner colleagues, so here is a shout out to a few fellow locally owned venues. Madison Green Country Club, Cakes Rock Austin, Rustic Grace Barn, Hightower Falls, With This Ring Video.