WHAT DO YOU SEND YOUR WEDDING DJ?
The more information we have, the better equipped we are to make it your event. We want to be as personal as we can. Of course, with my company, we have an online planner that lets you choose the music you want to hear throughout the evening. We always have a final consultation to discuss all the music and final details. We also want to know what kind of vibe you’re going for. Some folks want tons of dancing, some folks want background music. Some folks want a lot of crowd interaction. Everyone is different. Be clear on your expectations from your DJ. We want to know what you’re thinking so we can make it as good as possible for you and your guests.
TIPS & ADVICE FOR CHOOSING SONGS?
Don’t overthink it! Most people stress about ceremony songs, etc… when in fact you just need to go with the first song that comes to mind. That’s usually the best one. The main thing we want to know as entertainers are all your formal moment songs. The rest of it we can go off the vibe of the room. Now, if you’ve already made a list, definitely let us know.
Let us know your do not play list. This is crucial. Early on in my career, I played the YMCA to get the crowd going (it was an older crowd). The entire room loved it except for the bride. She had gotten fired from the YMCA 2 weeks prior to the wedding. Of course, I wasn’t privy to this knowledge. The point is be sure that your DJ knows what you don’t want to hear. Some songs bring up bad memories and we don’t want that to happen at your wedding.
Choose songs that have consistent beats with them. However, if dancing isn’t a priority to you, then choose whatever you want to hear. Everyone is different, good clean light hearted music is always a safe choice. But, at the end of the day, it is your day. Do what you want. Heck, you’re the one paying for it.
HOW DO DJS CHOOSE SONGS FOR YOUR WEDDING?
I read the room and play the songs the couples want to hear. They know their crowd and I just get to be the artist that puts it all together! It’s different for every couple. I don’t ever have a preset list and order of songs I’m going to play. I pick and choose the songs according to what’s happening in the room. If the couple has only given me a couple of songs, then I just go with my gut. I have a wealth of knowledge with music so honestly, it just comes to me when I’m behind the
turntables.
PROCESSIONAL
Goodness of God (Piano Instrumental Cover) – StringsBespoke
Can’t Help Falling in Love – Haley Reinhart
I Get To Love You – Ruelle
Here Comes The Sun (Piano Version) – The Chillest
Ordinary – Alex Warren
If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys
Love Me Like You Do – Brooklyn Duo
You Are The Reason – Calum Scott
At Last – Etta James (Pro tip: walk out right as she says “At last”)
Is This Love – Bob Marley
RECESSIONAL
Jump (For My Love) – Pointer Sisters
You’re My Best Friend – Queen
Come and Get Your Love – Redbone
Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher and Higher – Jackie Wilson
Let’s Get Married – Jagged Edge
Forever and Ever, Amen – Randy Travis
You Make My Dreams Come True – Daryl Hall & John Oates
Best Day Of My Life – American Authors
Loving You Easy – Zac Brown Band
Best Of My Love – Emotions
GRAND ENTRANCE
I Was Made For Loving You – Kiss (my #1 of all time, it’s actually perfect for the moment. It gets everyone clapping and the energy up
Grove St. Party – Waka Flocka Flame
Sirius – Alan Parsons Project
Thunderstruck – AC/DC
Levels – Avicii
Space Jam – Quad City DJS
Whiskey Whiskey – Morgan Wallen + Moneybagg Yo
Pepas – Farruko
Jumpin – Lil Jon + Pitbull
Danza Kuduro – Don Omar
PARENT DANCES
Forever Young – Rod Stewart
Days Like This – Van Morrison
You’ll Be In My Heart – Phil Collins
Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder
I Hope You Dance – Lee Ann Womack
In My Life – Beatles
The Man Who Loves You The Most – Zac Brown Band
Forever Now – Michael Buble
Thought You Should Know – Morgan Wallen
A Song For Mama – Boyz II Men
FIRST DANCE
I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Ben Rector
Die A Happy Man – Thomas Rhett
Millionaire – Chris Stapleton
Wondering Why – The Red Clay Strays
Better Together – Luke Combs
Thank God – Kane Brown + Katelyn Brown
Everytime I Close My Eyes – Babyface
I Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz
Say You Won’t Let Go – James Arthur
Spin You Around – Morgan Wallen
PARTY STARTERS
Footloose – Kenny Loggins
NUEVAYoL – Bad Bunny
Let’s Groove – Earth Wind & Fire
Flex – Cupid
Honky Tonk Badonkadonk – Trace Adkins
Crank Dat.- Soulja Boy Tell’em
Despacito – Luis Fonsi
Brick House – Commodores
Dynamite – Taio Cruz
Doses & Mimosas – Cherub
SLOW SONGS
Wanted – Hunter Hayes
In Case You Didn’t Know – Brett Young
Die With a Smile – Bruno Mars/Lady Gaga
Fly Me To The Moon – Frank Sinatra
Chasing Cars – Snow Patrol
Joy of My Life – Chris Stapleton
Beautiful Crazy – Luke Combs
Love – Keyshia Cole
Faithfully – Journey
EXIT/LAST SONG
Come Sail Away – Styx
Don’t Stop Believing – Journey
Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver
I’ve Had The Time Of My Life – Bill Medley + Jennifer Warnes
Last Dance – Donna Summer
Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen
Sugar, We’re Goin Down – Fall Out Boy
I Love It – Icona Pop
I Want It That Way – Backstreet Boys
Friends In Low Places – Garth Brooks
RYAN JONES
CREATIVE ENTERTAINMENT
With 75+ years of combined entertainment experience, the Creative Entertainment team creates memories that last a lifetime. They offer customizable event packages that can include dj services, photo booth rentals, cold sparklers, live bands, and professional lighting!