For some
couples, the first dance is easy. They have a special song or are avid dancers
and the first dance takes little or no effort. For the rest of us, picking a
first dance song is full of concerns. What song should we pick? Should we take
dance lessons?
You want
your first dance to be memorable, of course, so the song choice is important.
The easiest way to start is to decide what you want as a couple. Do you want a
romantic song? A traditional song? Something contemporary? Something funny? If
you figure that part out first, then you’ve narrowed down your choices already.
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| Picking a song might seem overwhelming at first. |
As you’re
picking your song, keep some important things in mind like song length and the
lyrics. If a song is too long, you may feel awkward by the end of it. You can
get around that by either having the song edited down or by asking other couples
to join you on the dance floor part way through. It’s a great way to get your
wedding party and immediate family dancing.
You want to
be aware of all of the song’s lyrics. What may seem like a sweet love song in
the chorus might have more questionable words in the verses. You’ll also want
to make sure that the lyrics are appropriate for all of your guests. If it’s
got some R-rated lyrics and your great-grandmother is there, you may want to
look for a radio-friendly version!
Dance
lessons are helpful to some couples who feel self-conscious about dancing in
front of their family and friends. A dance teacher will help you work with your
song and make you feel more comfortable about the whole process. It doesn’t
mean you have to choreograph a whole routine – though those are fun, too! It
just gives you some steps to use during the dance.
How are you
picking your first dance song? Are you planning a choreographed dance? Tell us
in the comments!
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