There’s a lot riding on finding the perfect father-daughter dance song for your wedding. You want to get it right since this dance can symbolize the emotional connection between you and your dad. It’s bound to be a heartwarming and unforgettable moment during your wedding celebration with all eyes on the dance floor.
So how do you find the ideal father-daughter dance song? With time and careful consideration, you can find one that resonates with the two of you. If you are close to your dad, the father-daughter dance song is a chance to convey gratitude, love and appreciation for the lifelong support and guidance that he has provided. And even if you don’t have a close relationship with your dad, don’t worry. There are many light-hearted options that will create a memorable moment.
Many Options
Whether it’s a classic tune that holds sentimental value, a contemporary hit with meaningful lyrics or even a unique, less conventional track, the song should reflect the unique bond between the bride and her father—or just be an uplifting song that you both love. Moreover, it should complement the overall atmosphere of your event, resonating with the wedding style and preferences.
We consulted with Jason Jani of SCE Event Group to help us with some great suggestions. Jason has years of experience with weddings and milestone moments—and always has the just-right song for every occasion. Here he shares 88 (!) different options for your father-daughter dance song. Some are classics, some are current hits and some are great variations on a familiar tune.
Look through the list below and when you’re done, you can listen to them all on his “Ultimate Father Daughter Dance” playlist on Spotify. (Spotify also includes the lyrics, so you can read through each song.) Whichever you tune you choose, be sure to pick something that’s meaningful to you. It’s bound to have a special place in your heart for the rest of your life. Happy listening!
88 of the Best Father-Daughter Dance Songs
- My Girl | The Temptaions
- In My Life |The Beatles
- My Little Girl from the motion picture My Friend Flickr | Tim McGraw
- Dance with My Daughter | Jason Blaine
- God Only Knows | The Beach Boys
- I Loved Her First | Heartland
- Isn’t She Lovely | Stevie Wonder
- Daughters | John Mayer
- Sweat Pea | Amos Lee
- How Sweet It Is | James Taylor
- Butterfly Kisses | Bob Carslisle
- Humble and Kind | Tim McGraw
- Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) | Billy Joel
- Godspeed (Sweet Dream) | The Chicks
- Cinderella | Steven Curtis Chapman
- Stealing Cinderella | Chuck Wicks
- I’ll Be Your Man (Song for a Daughter) | Zac Brown Band
- Wildflowers | Tom Petty
- Shining Star | The Manhattans
- Landslide | Fleetwood Mac
- Father and Daughter | Paul Simon
- She’s Everything | Brad Paisley
- Never Alone | Jim Brickman, Lady Antebellum
- Just the Way You Are | Billy Joel
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow–What a Wonderful World | Israel Kamakawwiwo’ole
- When You Need Me | Bruce Springsteen
- I Love You This Big | Scotty McCreery
- Your Song | Elton John
- Stand By Me | Tracy Chapman
- You’ll Be in My Heart | Phil Collins
- Only One | Kanye West, Paul McCartney
- It’s Your Song | JJS Allstars
- Forever Now | Michael Buble
- Don’t Blink | Kenny Chesney
- Love Me Now | John Legend
- You Are the Sunshine of My Life | Stevie Wonder
- Daughter | Loudon Wainwright III
- Sweet Child O’ Mine | Guns N’ Roses
- I Hope You Dance | Lee Ann Womack
- Walk With You | Edwin McCain
- Kind & Generous | Natalie Merchant
- It’s For My Dad | Nancy Sinatra
- Daddy | Beyonce
- Daddy Dance with Me | Krystal Keith
- Always Be Your Baby | Natalie Grant
- My Little Girl | Tim McGraw
- Someone to Watch Over Me | Amy Winehouse
- Dance With My Father | Luther Vandross
- Sweet Child O’ Mine | Taken By Trees
- Sweet Child O’ Mine (Acoustic) | Dale Sutton
- Sweet Child O’ Mine | Orleya
- In My Life–Remastered 2009 | The Beatles
- It Won’t Be Like This for Long | Darius Rucker
- Stand By Me – Acoustic | Matt Johnson
- There You’ll Be | Faith Hill
- You’ve Got a Friend in Me | Randy Newman
- My Wish | Rascal Flatts
- Days Like This | Van Morrison
- When You Need Me – Studio Outtakes | Bruce Springsteen
- Then They Do – With String Intro | Trace Adkins
- Have I Told You Lately | Van Morrison
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow | Michael Bolton
- God Only Knows (featuring yMusic) | John Legend, Cynthia Erivo, yMusic
- What a Wonderful World | Louis Armstrong
- You’ll Be in My Heart – From Tarzan | Phil Collins
- You Are the Best Thing | Ray Montagne
- The Man Who Loves You the Most | Zac Brown Band
- Daddy | Abby Anderson
- Thank You for Loving Me | Bon Jovi
- I Turn to You | Christina Aguilera
- When I Pray for You | Dan + Shay
- Tiny Dancer – Remastered | Elton John
- Constellations | Jack Johnson
- You Are So Beautiful | Joe Cocker
- Hero | Mariah Carey
- You’re a Big Girl Now | The Stylistics
- Fathers & Daughters | Michael Bolton
- Born Yesterday | Haley & Michaels
- In My Daughter’s Eyes | Martina McBride
- Because You Love Me | Celine Dion
- Daddy’s Little Girl | Michael Bolton
- Child of Mine | Carole King
- Mama’s Song | Carrie Underwood
- Daddy’s Hands | Holly Dunn
- Wind Beneath My Wings | Bette Midler
- The Way You Look Tonight | Frank Sinatra
- Just Fishin’ | Trace Adkins
- Find Your Wings | Mark Harris
