Wedding Songs From the '70s that Belong on Your Playlist

When it comes to choosing music for your big day, you really can't go wrong with wedding songs from the '70s. The decade brought us a slew of crowd-pleasing hits across an array of genres, from classic rock to soul and beyond. During this time, dozens of the best wedding songs by the likes of Billy Joel and Elton John were released.

Whether you prefer slow-and-sweet waltzes ("Three Times A Lady") or more upbeat dancing tunes ("You're The First, The Last, My Everything"), there are hundreds of incredible wedding songs from the '70s to choose from. Read on for 85 of our favorite oldies-but-goodies to help you get started.

Oh, and P.S.: When the time comes to finalize your song list, you'll want to ask your wedding DJ or wedding band about your requests. These pros will then work with you to implement your song selections into their lineup.

Wedding Songs From the '70s in this Story:

Editor's Choice | Disco | Soul and R&B | Pop Rock | Punk Rock | Country

Bonus: Listen to our picks with The Knot's Wedding Songs from the '70s playlist on Spotify.

Best 1970s Wedding Songs: Editor's Choice

Whether you hire a wedding band or get your wedding DJ to curate the perfect playlist, these feel-good tracks are our favorite when it comes to wedding songs from the '70s. P.S. If you're looking for '70s Wedding Ideas, our editors have plenty of inspo for you.

• "I Wanna Be Your Lover," Prince
• "Voulez-Vous," ABBA
• "He's the Greatest Dancer," Sister Sledge
• "Big Yellow Taxi," Joni Mitchell
• "Boogie Wonderland," Earth, Wind & Fire
• "Young Hearts Run Free," Candi Staton
• "Lovely Day," Bill Withers
• "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing," Leo Sayer
• "Rich Girl," Daryl Hall & John Oates
• "Bennie And The Jets," Elton John
• "Dancing In The Moonlight," King Harvest
• "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)," Stevie Wonder
• "More Than A Woman," Bee Gees
• "Best of My Love," The Emotions
• "Because the Night," Patti Smith

Disco Wedding Songs From the '70s

What better way to get your guests on the dancefloor than with a few groovy disco hits and perhaps some dicso ball decor? Any of these wedding songs from the '70s would make fantastic wedding reception songs for those of you who would like to kick things off with an absolute banger.

• "Hot Stuff," Donna Summer
• "Good Times," CHIC
• "Night Fever," Bee Gees
• "September," Earth, Wind & Fire
• "Boogie Oogie Oogie," A Taste Of Honey
• "Play That Funky Music," Wild Cherry
• "Born to Be Alive," Patrick Hernandez
• "Got to Be Real," Cheryl Lynn
• "Keep On Dancing," Gary's Gang
• "Rock With You," Michael Jackson
• "Let's Groove," Earth, Wind & Fire
• "Le Freak," CHIC
• "Blame It On The Boogie," The Jacksons
• "Y.M.C.A," Village People
• "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," Diana Ross

Soul and R&B Wedding Songs From the '70s

The 1970s provided a treasure trove of soul and R&B tracks worthy of a wedding. Here are our top picks.

• "Lean On Me," Bill Withers
• "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face," Roberta Flack
• "You Are The Sunshine Of My Life," Stevie Wonder
• "I'll Be Around," The Spinners
• "'Cause I Love You," Lenny Williams
• "Sir Duke," Stevie Wonder
• "What You Won't Do For Love," Bobby Caldwell
  
• "Love Won't Let Me Wait," Major Harris
• "I Want You," Marvin Gaye
• "Midnight Train to Georgia," Gladys Knight & The Pips
• "Gloria," Enchantment
• "Cruisin'," Smokey Robinson

Pop Rock Wedding Songs From the '70s

Looking to get the energy up with pop rock wedding songs from the '70s? We've got you covered with these picks.

• "Maggie May," Rod Stewart
• "Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves," Cher
• "Dancing Queen," ABBA
• "Rhiannon," Fleetwood Mac
• "Abracadabra (Have You Seen Her)," Blue Ash
• "Love Will Keep Us Together," Captain & Tennille
• "You're So Vain," Carly Simon
• "I'm In Love With A Girl," Big Star
• "Baby Blue," Badfinger
• "Dreams," Fleetwood Mac
• "I Wanna Be With You," Raspberries
• "Magic," Pilot
• "Ballroom Blitz," Sweet
• "September Gurls," Big Star

Punk Rock Wedding Songs From the '70s

Your guests will be head banging in no time if you play these punk rock tunes from the '70s.

• "Rock & Roll," The Velvet Underground
• "Blitzkrieg Bop," Ramones
• "God Save the Queen," Sex Pistols
• "Stay With Me," The Dictators
• "Janie Jones," The Clash
• "Looking At You," MC5
• "Just What I Needed," The Cars
• "Dead Or Alive," Johnny Thunders
• "Let's Face It," 999
• "I Like It," The Rezillos
• "Tommy Gun," The Clash
• "Holidays in the Sun," Sex Pistols

Country Wedding Songs From the '70s

Whether you're in need of wedding prelude songs or ideas for your first dance song, have a listen to these country wedding songs from the '70s. But be warned, some of these are total tear jerkers!

• "Hello Darlin'," Conway Twitty
• "Kiss an Angel Good Morning," Charley Pride
• "The Gambler," Kenny Rogers
• "Rose Garden," Lynn Anderson
• "Good Hearted Woman," Willie Nelson
• "Rhinestone Cowboy," Glen Campbell
• "Two More Bottles of Wine," Emmylou Harris
• "Here You Come Again," Dolly Parton
• "Stop and Smell the Roses," Mac Davis
• "Blanket On the Ground," Billie Jo Spears
• "Love In The Hot Afternoon," Gene Watson
• "Coal Miner's Daughter," Loretta Lynn
• "Delta Dawn," Tanya Tucker
• "Honky Tonk Heroes," Waylon Jennings
• "East Bound and Down," Jerry Reed
• "Take Me Home, Country Roads," John Denver
• "You're My Best Friend," Don Williams

Additional reporting by Lauren Dana Ellman.