10 Wedding Songs from the Swinging '60s

These tunes will never go out of style.

For those who want their wedding to evoke a classic and timeless feeling, it’s hard to go wrong with a first dance song from the 1960s.

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For those who want their wedding to evoke a classic and timeless feeling, it’s hard to go wrong with a first dance song from the 1960s. Far from feeling outdated, many of these tunes remain popular fifty years after their release. “At Last” by Etta James has consistently topped lists of most popular wedding songs. While some couples might consider this a reason to steer away from these traditional numbers, others choose to embrace the choice. After all, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” right?

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Though a conventional song from the past may not stand out, it’s also something you are sure not to regret later. You don’t have to worry about these tracks sounding cheesy one day, because that reputation would have developed decades ago. 

Listen to the below playlist to hear 10 beautiful, romantic, and classic love songs from the ‘60s to use for your first dance with your new spouse. 

For more ideas, listen to first dance songs from the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Discover wedding trends from the '60s here, browse non-traditional ceremony music, and take a look at mother-son dance song ideas