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Forget dusty traditions and stiff waltz steps. With modern pop songs, you can make your opening dance as personal, emotional, and lively as your love itself.
Modern genres
All selected tracks are from the pop and chart music of recent years.
Danceability and beat
The songs feature a clear rhythmic structure that is easy for dance beginners to count.
Independent selection
No artist and no label has paid for a placement on this list.
Wedding-appropriate lyrics
The lyrics convey a positive, romantic message without any heartbreak.
Ed Sheeran, 2017, Romantic
The absolute classic among modern wedding songs. A beautiful three-quarter time signature, which is perfect for a romantic Slow Waltz.
John Legend, 2013, Intimate
A deeply emotional piano song in 4/4 time. Perfect for an intimate, slow couple dance (blues) with lots of feeling and close body contact.
Taylor Swift, 2019, Dreamy
This gentle song in 3/4 time combines modern pop elements with the classic structure of a Slow Waltz. Ideal for a dreamy atmosphere.
Calum Scott, 2018, Powerful
An epic, powerful song that builds beautifully throughout. It is wonderful to dance as a Waltz and is sure to give you goosebumps.
Coldplay, 2000 (Acoustic), Warm
The acoustic version of this global hit offers a warm, modern rhythm. Excellent for a relaxed Rumba step or social dance.
James Bay, 2014, Gentle
A modern, soulful ballad with acoustic guitar. The four-four time signature is very easy to count and offers beginners maximum security while dancing.
SYML, 2017, Elegant
An absolute insider tip for couples who like it modern and orchestral at the same time. The song is perfect for an elegant Waltz.
Adele, 2011, Emotional
A beautiful, slow ballad with powerful vocals. The rhythm invites you to a slow, flowing opening dance full of emotions.
Ben Platt, 2019, Cheerful
A wonderfully optimistic and upbeat song. Perfect for couples who do not want a sad song, but prefer a cheerful Discofox or Foxtrot.
Kygo & Conrad Sewell, 2015 (Acoustic), Rhythmic
The soft, acoustic version of this dance hit is perfect for a modern, rhythmic opening dance with a slight Rumba influence.
Dan + Shay, 2018, Heartfelt
A modern country-pop song with beautiful lyrics. The clear three-quarter time makes it a perfect, fresh alternative for the Waltz.
George Ezra, 2018, Relaxed
This song stands out due to its simplicity and distinctive voice. A very relaxed four-four time signature that is easy and natural to move to.
The opening dance no longer has to be a stiff, mandatory item on the agenda where you spin in circles to dusty sounds. Modern pop songs offer you the perfect opportunity to reflect your personality as a couple and create a relaxed, emotional atmosphere. Many current chart-toppers or well-known radio hits are surprisingly easy to dance to. They bring a contemporary dynamic to the room that immediately engages your guests as well. If you are wondering how to pick out the right steps from your favorite song, our guide on determining the beat for your wedding dance will help you.
Before you decide on a song, you should consider which dance style suits you best. A modern pop song can be interpreted as a Waltz, an emotional Blues, or even a lively Discofox. If you are still unsure which dance style best fits your dynamic, you can find inspiration in our article on wedding dance choreography. Most importantly, you should feel comfortable with the tempo and the steps should feel natural. A modern song is much more forgiving of small improvisations than a strict, classical Viennese Waltz, allowing you to enjoy your moment completely stress-free.
For slow, romantic pop songs in three-quarter time, the Slow Waltz is ideal. For pop songs in four-four time, you usually dance a slow Discofox, a Rumba basic step, or move in a relaxed blues style.
A modern wedding dance should ideally last between two and three minutes. Longer songs can become exhausting for inexperienced couples and strain the guests' attention, which is why shortening the song is a good idea.
Yes, absolutely. Many modern pop songs are based on a clear four-four time, which is much easier for beginners to count and dance to than the fast three-quarter time of a classical Viennese Waltz.
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