One of the most special moments shared during the wedding reception is the father and bride dance. A tradition that has been celebrated for generations, this dance symbolizes the last moments spent between father and daughter before she is passed over to the groom. Here is a look at some great non traditional father daughter wedding songs that can fit even the most modern day wedding.
Daughter – Loudon Wainwright III
Father and Daughter – Paul Simon
Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra
Forever Young – Bob Dylan
Gracie – Ben Folds
Here Comes the Sun – Nina Simone
I Turn to You – Christina Aguilera
In My Life – The Beatles
Landslide – Fleetwod Mac
My Love Is – Holly Golightly
Nothing Can Change This Love – Sam Cooke
Shout – The Isley Brothers
Sweet Child O’Mine – Luna
Sweet Pea – Amos Lee
Thank You – Led Zeppelin
That’s How Strong My Love Is – Otis Redding
To Make You Feel My Love – Bob Dylan
What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
When You Need Me – Bruce Springsteen
While You Were Sleeping – Elvis Perkins
Wildflowers – Tom Petty
You Got It – Roy Orbison
You Were Always On My Mind – Willie Nelson
You’re My Best Friend – Queen
There are many special dances that a bride will experience during her wedding celebration. Sharing the father and daughter dance is just one way to pass over the role of leading man in the bride’s life. Check out this inspirational video from one special moment shared.
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