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Introduction to Wedding Entrance Songs
Finding the perfect entrance song takes weeks and often creates great stress. The song choice needs to capture the personalities while energizing the guests from the moment the couple walks in. The right entrance song doesn’t just announce arrival—it sets the entire tone of the celebration.
Here’s a compilation of energetic and upbeat songs that create an instant atmosphere of joy and celebration. These songs get guests on their feet and signal that an amazing party is about to begin. This list of 20 entrance songs is guaranteed to make the grand entrance unforgettable.
20 Energetic Wedding Entrance Songs
- “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake
- “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
- “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas
- “Happy” by Pharrell Williams
- “Crazy In Love” by Beyoncé ft. Jay-Z
Rock Anthems
- “Don’t Stop Believin'” by Journey
- “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond
- “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” by The Darkness
- “Paradise City” by Guns N’ Roses
- “We Will Rock You” by Queen
Dance Floor Fillers
- “24K Magic” by Bruno Mars
- “Dynamite” by Taio Cruz
- “Can’t Hold Us” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
- “Shut Up and Dance” by Walk the Moon
- “Raise Your Glass” by Pink
Modern Love Songs with Energy
- “Love On Top” by Beyoncé
- “Forever” by Chris Brown
- “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” by Natalie Cole
- “You Make My Dreams” by Hall & Oates
- “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)” by Stevie Wonder
Classic Hits for Wedding Entrances
There’s something magical about that moment when you and your new spouse make your grand entrance as a married couple. The right song sets the tone for the entire reception and gets everyone on their feet. These tracks have that perfect combination of energy, joy, and celebration that makes for an epic entrance.
Rock & Alternative Wedding Entrances
- “Beautiful Day” by U2 – Uplifting and perfect for celebrating a beautiful wedding day.
- “We Are the Champions” by Queen – Feel like a champion on your wedding day.
Modern Chart-Toppers
- “Good as Hell” by Lizzo – A confidence-boosting anthem perfect for a triumphant entrance.
- “High Hopes” by Panic! At The Disco – Upbeat and inspiring for new beginnings.
Unique & Unexpected Choices
- “The Final Countdown” by Europe – Theatrical and fun with the right entrance timing.
- “The Imperial March” from Star Wars – For couples with a sense of humor or who are Star Wars fans.
- “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor – “We conquered wedding planning” energy.
- “Jump Around” by House of Pain – Guaranteed to get guests jumping from the start.
- “Let’s Go Crazy” by Prince – The entrance should be nothing short of spectacular.
Modern Pop and Dance Tracks
The entrance song sets the tone for the entire reception. Below are some high-energy tracks to make the grand entrance unforgettable.
- “Dance Monkey” by Tones and I – A unique beat that creates an exciting atmosphere.
Classic Party Anthems
- “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire – The “Ba-de-ya” gets everyone moving instantly.
- “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” by Whitney Houston – Pure wedding joy in song form.
Rock and Alternative Hits
- “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers – Watch the entire reception erupt in singing.
- “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi – That key change is entrance perfection.
R&B and Hip-Hop Favorites
- “All I Do Is Win” by DJ Khaled – Nothing says “victorious” like this anthem.
- “Yeah!” by Usher ft. Lil Jon & Ludacris – A 2000s classic that still hits hard.
- “This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordan – The ultimate party starter.
(Choose something that lights up your mood the moment you hear it—that’s the song that creates a magical entrance.)
Rock and Roll Anthems
Finding the perfect entrance song was a top priority. Here are some rock and roll wedding entrance songs guaranteed to make the celebration memorable from the very first moment.
Classic Rock Anthems
- “Thunderstruck” by AC/DC
- “You Shook Me All Night Long” by AC/DC
- “Start Me Up” by The Rolling Stones
- “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen
- “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen
- “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queen
- “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses
- “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith
Modern Rock Wedding Entrances
- “Uprising” by Muse
- “The Pretender” by Foo Fighters
- “All My Life” by Foo Fighters
- “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” by Jet
- “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes
- “Sex on Fire” by Kings of Leon
- “Use Somebody” by Kings of Leon
Rock Ballads with Energy
- “It’s My Life” by Bon Jovi
- “Summer of ’69” by Bryan Adams
- “Pour Some Sugar on Me” by Def Leppard
- “Here I Go Again” by Whitesnake
- “Jump” by Van Halen
- “Runnin’ With the Devil” by Van Halen
- “Born to Be Wild” by Steppenwolf
- “I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll” by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
Alternative Rock Entrance Songs
- “Bitter Sweet Symphony” by The Verve
- “Song 2” by Blur
- “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana
- “Everlong” by Foo Fighters
- “All the Small Things” by Blink-182
- “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World
- “Reptilia” by The Strokes
- “Take Me Out” by Franz Ferdinand
- “Last Nite” by The Strokes
- “Sabotage” by Beastie Boys
Indie and Pop-Rock Wedding Entrances
- “Chelsea Dagger” by The Fratellis
- “I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor” by Arctic Monkeys
- “Fluorescent Adolescent” by Arctic Monkeys
- “Electric Feel” by MGMT
- “Float On” by Modest Mouse
- “Feel Good Inc” by Gorillaz
- “Dog Days Are Over” by Florence + The Machine
- “Pumped Up Kicks” by Foster the People
- “Ho Hey” by The Lumineers
- “Shake It Out” by Florence + The Machine
Hip-Hop and R&B Favorites
The wedding entrance sets the tone for the entire reception, and nothing makes a statement quite like the perfect song. Here is a high-energy track that embodies the Hip-Hop and R&B vibe.
- “Bring Em Out” by T.I. – Dramatic intro and energetic beat make it perfect for a show-stopping entrance.
Classic Rock and Pop Hits
- “We Are Family” by Sister Sledge – Perfect for celebrating the new family union.
Timeless Classics with a Twist
The perfect entrance song makes everyone smile and sets the tone for an unforgettable celebration. Here are some timeless classics with a modern twist that work beautifully for a magical entrance moment.
Iconic Party Starters
- “Celebration” by Kool & The Gang – Instantly transforms any room into a dance party.
- “Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina and the Waves – Pure joy in musical form.
- “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell – Love conquers all vibes.
Upbeat Love Anthems
- “Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake – Instant happiness in song form.
- “Marry You” by Bruno Mars – Playful and perfect for the occasion.
Instrumental Showstoppers
- “Baba O’Riley” by The Who – That intro builds perfect anticipation.
- “Also Sprach Zarathustra” (2001: Space Odyssey theme) – Dramatically unforgettable.
- “Star Wars Main Theme” by John Williams – Epic entrance guaranteed.
Soul and Motown Magic
- “Respect” by Aretha Franklin – Powerful and timeless.
- “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder – That groove never gets old.
- “Twist and Shout” by The Beatles – Impossible not to dance along.
Songs with Personal Significance
Planning a wedding is a whirlwind of emotions and decisions. Here are some energetic entrance songs guaranteed to start your reception with a bang.
Unexpected Showstoppers
- “The Imperial March” from Star Wars – For the couple that wants a dramatic entrance with a humorous twist.
Unique and Unconventional Choices
Here’s an ultimate list of entrance songs that will kick the reception off with a bang. The grand entrance sets the tone for the celebration—why not make it unforgettable?
Hip-Hop & R&B Favorites
- “Int’l Players Anthem” by UGK ft. Outkast – Soulful intro that builds into pure celebration energy.
Unexpected & Unique Choices
- “Tokyo Drift” by Teriyaki Boyz – An unexpected choice that Fast & Furious fans will appreciate.
- “The Imperial March” from Star Wars – Embrace your nerdy side with pride.
- “Sirius” by The Alan Parsons Project – The Chicago Bulls intro music that makes any entrance feel legendary.
Modern Chart-Toppers
“Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa – Disco-inspired beat creates instant party vibes.
“Level Up” by Ciara – You’re leveling up your relationship.
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