88 Wedding Processional Songs You Should Definitely Use at Your Ceremony

There are so many ways you can go about picking wedding processional songs. Some couples choose to break tradition and explore unconventional wedding ceremony songs, while other to-be-weds like to stick to the classics. Bolder duos might even opt to choreograph a fun dance for the wedding party entrance to personalize the celebration even further. No matter what your wedding processional music selections are, make it special for the ones who have supported you tirelessly on your journey. Below, we've assembled a list of processional songs for you, your family members and your wedding party to walk toward the altar.

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In this article: Best Wedding Processional Songs | Traditional Processional Songs | Modern Processional Songs | Fun Processional Songs | Unique Processional Songs | Religious Processional Songs | Wedding Processional Songs in Spanish

Plus: More Wedding Processional Music to Consider

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Best Wedding Processional Songs

Whether played by a wedding DJ or an instrumentalist, these well-known hits will induce happy tears before the vows. (Psst: We've included some songs for walking down the aisle on our list, but look here for more than 100 other tunes to choose from.)

"You & Me" by Dave Matthews Band

Lyrics you'll love: "We gonna take a boat to the end of the world/All the way to the end of the world/Oh, and when the kids are old enough/We're gonna teach them to fly"

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Why to press play: If you're a DMB super fan, having "You & Me" as a wedding processional song is a must. This upbeat tune is sure to make everyone start dancing in their seats.

Best for: The couple

"100 Years" by Five for Fighting

Lyrics you'll love: "I'm fifteen for a moment/Caught in between 10 and 20/And I'm just dreaming/Counting the ways to where you are"

Why press play: Are you and your partner high school sweethearts? Then this sentimental song about one's first love is for you.

Best for: The couple

"Your Song" by Elton John

Lyrics you'll love: "It's a little bit funny, this feeling inside/I'm not one of those who can easily hide/I don't have much money but boy, if I did/I'd buy a big house where we both could live"

Why press play: This Elton John romantic classic would sound great played by an ensemble of violins and a piano. We wouldn't be surprised if the tune made guests tear up.

Best for: The couple or wedding party

"Stand by Me" by Ben E. King

Lyrics you'll love: "When the night has come/And the land is dark/And the moon is the only light we'll see/No, I won't be afraid /Oh, I won't be afraid/Just as long as you stand/Stand by me"

Why press play: "Stand by Me" is probably one of the most popular wedding processional songs on our list, but for good reason. Let everyone know how much you appreciate your parents' love and support with this 1961 tune.

Best for: The parents of the couple

"Your Everything" by Keith Urban

Lyrics you'll love: "I wanna be the wind that fills your sails/And be the hand that lifts your veil"

Why press play: Not only does the music video for this country wedding song include a couple getting married, but the lyrics even talk about one of the most romantic parts of the wedding ceremony. You really can't go wrong with this pick.

Best for: The couple

"This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" by Natalie Cole

Lyrics you'll love: "This will be an everlasting love/This will be the one I've waited for/This will be the first time anyone has loved me"

Why to press play: Looking for famous wedding processional songs that are sure to be a hit? Then this classic jam is what you're looking for. There's a reason why this song is featured in almost every rom-com movie wedding scene known to man.

Best for: The couple, wedding party or parents

"Turning Page" by Sleeping at Last

Lyrics you'll love: "I've waited a hundred years/But I'd wait a million more for you/Nothing prepared me for/What the privilege of being yours would do"

Why press play: Twilight fans stand up! This tear-jerking song is perfect for those having a harpist at their ceremony or who simply love the idea of processing to the same song Bella did in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 1.

Best for: The couple

"What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong

Lyrics you'll love: "I see trees of green, red roses too/I see them bloom for me and you/And I think to myself what a wonderful world"

Why press play: We don't care if it's too on the nose. We think this is a great choice for the flower girl procession because of the lyrics above.

Best for: The flower girl

"Everything" by Lifehouse

Lyrics you'll love: "Find me here, and speak to me/I want to feel you, I need to hear you/You are the light that's leading me to the place/Where I find peace again"

Why press play: With religious undertones, this is one of the best songs for a wedding ceremony processional. The song has the perfect tempo for a slow walk to the altar.

Best for: The couple

"You Make Me Feel So Young" by Frank Sinatra

Lyrics you'll love: "You make me feel so young/You make me feel so spring has sprung/And every time I see you grin/I'm such a happy individual"

Why press play: Need a song that makes people feel like they're floating on air? Add this Sinatra tune to your processional music for the wedding.

Best for: The couple, flower girl or ring bearer

"I Choose You" by Willie Hutch

Lyrics you'll love: "Oh, how can I ever thank you/Except take you home and make you my lovin' wife/So we can always be together?/Oh, ain't that nice?"

Why press play: Declare your love with this '70s hit. The horns and Hutch's sultry vocals are the perfect combination for a powerful ceremony entrance.

Best for: The couple

"The One" by Gary Allan

Lyrics you'll love: "I'll fill those canyons in your soul/Like a river lead you home/And I'll walk a step behind/In the shadows so you shine"

Why press play: This song talks about proving oneself worthy of loving their partner. We think this country tune is a great way to hint at what you'll discuss in your wedding vows.

Best for: The couple

Traditional Wedding Processional Songs

If you're planning a formal affair, you may want to stick with the classics for you and your wedding party. These common wedding processional songs are familiar to everyone and, as a bonus, many of these tunes have crescendos that are perfect bridal processional songs for a grand entrance.

"Clair de Lune" by Claude Debussy

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: Inspired by a poem of the same name, this romantic song will take guests' breath away. All you have to do is hire the right ensemble.

Best for: The couple, flower girl or ring bearer

"Canon in D" by Johann Pachelbel

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: It's a bit of a mystery why the "Canon In D" is known as "the wedding song," but that doesn't take away from the fact that it's beautifully composed. Consider having this airy tune played to show guests your love for the classics.

Best for: The wedding party, parents of the couple or couple

"Flower Duet" by Leo Delibes

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: Hire some of the best vocalists to pull off this famous duet. Because of the song's title, it's a great option for those who plan on having flower girls.

Best for: The flower girl

"Appalachian Spring" by Aaron Copland performed by New York Philharmonic

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: A song with a quick tempo, this tune is great for getting people to the altar and in their positions quickly. We think this song is ideal for those having spring weddings based on the song's title.

Best for: The flower girl and ring bearer

"Hymne" by The O'Neill Brothers

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: While researching songs, we noticed that many people said they used "Hymne" instead of the "Bridal Chorus" by Richard Wagner to make their entrance. Consider following others' lead by choosing this soft and romantic tune.

Best for: The parents or couple

"Arioso" by J.S. Bach

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: This song is beautiful no matter which musician plays it.. Though, one of the best live performances we've seen is with a violinist and harpist.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"Prelude in C Major" by J.S. Bach

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: We love this simple and elegant piece. You'll need to find a top-rated pianist in your wedding location to bring this song to life.

Best for: The wedding party or parents

"Trumpet Voluntary" by Jeremiah Clarke

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: Also known as "The Prince of Denmark's March," this song has the perfect regal tone for those who want to feel like royalty. Fun fact: This song was played at the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana.

Best for: The wedding party or parents

"Für Elise" by Ludwig van Beethoven

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: Add lots of drama with this upbeat number. You can use this song for the procession of the majority of your VIPs, since it's about three minutes long—the ideal processional song length is 3–10 minutes.

Best for: The wedding party or parents

"Trumpet Tune" by Henry Purcell

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: A very cheerful song, "Trumpet Tune" would be perfect for those having their ceremony in a venue with tall ceilings where the sound can envelope the space. Even though many people have chosen this as their wedding processional song, it's a classic that everyone will enjoy hearing.

Best for: The wedding party, parents or couple

"March" from Occasional Oratorio by George Frederick Handel

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: Love the sound of an organ? Then add this track to your list of songs for the wedding processional.

Best for: The wedding party or parents

"Canon in F" by The O'Neill Brothers

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: Charming with a slow tempo, this song is ideal for people who want violins and piano played at their ceremony. If you want to add more instruments, talk to your wedding music coordinator about what options you have.

Best for: The wedding party

"The Wedding Song (There Is Love)" by Peter, Paul & Mary

Lyrics you'll love: "Well a man shall leave his mother and a woman leave her home/They shall travel on to where the two shall be as one"

Why press play: We didn't only add this song because of its title. The lyrics are also perfect for the ceremony since it talks about love and "becoming man and wife."

Best for: The couple

Modern Wedding Processional Songs

Surprise your guests with tunes they didn't know could be played at the ceremony when you choose any of these picks. They're also great additions to your list of wedding prelude songs, so keep that in mind while you listen.

"Birds of a Feather" by Billie Eilish

Lyrics you'll love: "Birds of a feather, we should stick together, I know/I said I'd never think I wasn't better alone"

Why press play: Billie Eilish has lots of great hits, but this one is definitely one of our favorites. Your wedding party will thank you for choosing a cool song they're familiar with.

Best for: The wedding party

"I Was Married" by Tegan and Sara

Lyrics you'll love: "I married in the sun (tell me where tell me where)/Against the stone of buildings built before/You and I were born (start again start again)"

Why press play: The song is about the songwriters experiencing homophobia as queer people, but finding hope in the end. According to Sara Quin of Tegan and Sara, the song also is an acknowledgement of how far society has come and celebrates the legalization of same-sex marriage. If you and your partner are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, consider this hopeful song for your processional.

Best for: The couple

"Salted Wound" by Sia

Lyrics you'll love: "Tell her all of how you feel/Give her everything she needs to hear/Give your heart, and say 'come take it'/And she will see that you're a good man"

Why press play: This song is about pushing oneself to be with someone despite being scared to love. For those who have trouble expressing their feelings, this is a good option.

Best for: The couple

"Sweet Disposition" by Temper Trap

Lyrics you'll love: "So stay there/'Cause I'll be coming over/And while our blood's still young/It's so young, it runs"

Why press play: Add a bit of nostalgia to your ceremony. Featured in 500 Days of Summer, this beautiful love song is about innocent and young love.

Best for: The wedding party

"Love You This Way" by Aly & AJ

Lyrics you'll love: "I love you this way/I don't care, no matter who's watching/I love you this way/Let 'em stare, we got 'em all watching"

Why press play: Aly & AJ haven't stopped making some of the best jams, so why not include one of them in your ceremony? We love this dance-worthy wedding processional song.

Best for: The wedding party

"Home" by Phillip Phillips

Lyrics you'll love: "Hold on to me as we go/As we roll down this unfamiliar road/And although this wave is stringing us along/Just know you're not alone/'Cause I'm going to make this place your home"

Why press play: Choose this song if you plan on having an acoustic guitar at your ceremony. The tune also has more great lyrics, like "The trouble, it might drag you down/If you get lost, you can always be found."

Best for: The couple or wedding party

"Find Someone Like You" by Snoh Aalegra

Lyrics you'll love: "I've been waitin' my whole life to find someone like you/Find someone like you/Baby I, I want this/I want this to last forever"

Why press play: We love Snoh's beautiful vocals in this love song. The soulful melody proclaims how much the person loves having their partner in their life.

Best for: The couple

"Crazy in Love" by Beyoncé (feat. Jay-Z)

Lyrics you'll love: "I look and stare so deep in your eyes/I touch on you more and more every time/When you leave, I'm begging you not to go/Call your name two or three times in a row"

Why press play: Want guests to get out of their seats and dance? Then you have to choose this upbeat song every Beyoncé fan will love to hear.

Best for: The wedding party

"Marry You" by Bruno Mars

Lyrics you'll love: "Hey baby, I think I wanna marry you/Is it the look in your eyes, or is it this dancing juice/Who cares baby, I think I wanna marry you"

Why press play: Whether you include the lyrics or go the instrumental route, this is one of the best pop wedding ceremony processional songs. Our favorite part of the song is the wedding bells in the background.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"The Only Exception" by Paramore

Lyrics you'll love: "And that was the day that I promised/I'd never sing of love/If it does not exist, but darlin'/You are, the only exception"

Why press play: This song might seem sad at first, but in reality, it's about having hope about loving someone again. In the traditional wedding processional order, the flower girl is right before the to-be-wed(s)' entrance so this is a great introduction song.

Best for: The flower girl and couple

"Real Love Baby" by Father John Misty

Lyrics you'll love: "I'm in love, I'm alive/I belong to the stars and sky/Let's forget who we are for one night"

Why press play: You've probably heard this song a bunch on social media, but we still think it's a great pick. This alternative and indie folk singer has lots of other love songs to choose from too.

Best for: The wedding party

"Too Good to be True" by Kacey Musgraves

Lyrics you'll love: "Be good to me and I'll be good to you/But please don't be too good to be true"

Why press play: This dreamy song is on Kacey Musgraves' new album "Deeper Well." We think this tune is great for a wedding since it talks about the excitement and uncertainty of falling in love.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"Can't Help Falling in Love" by Haley Reinhart

Lyrics you'll love: "Like a river flows surely to the sea/Darling so it goes/Some things are meant to be/Take my hand, take my whole life too"

Why press play: Covers are also a great option for your wedding processional music. This Elvis classic, sung by American Idol finalist Haley Reinhart, is just as good as the original.

Best for: The wedding party

Fun Wedding Processional Songs

If you're a fun-loving couple looking for an upbeat love song to match your personality, you'll certainly find it here. Consider choreographing a dance for your wedding party using one of these wedding processional songs, and have a look at wedding bands to play them live while you're at it.

"All You Need Is Love" by The Beatles

Lyrics you'll love: "(Love) There's nothing you can do that can't be done/(Love) Nothing you can sing that can't be sung/(Love) Nothing you can say, but you can learn how to play the game/It's easy"

Why press play: Considered a hippie anthem, everyone will crack a smile as they hear this song. Fun fact: There were lots of other famous artists singing the background vocals, such as Eric Clapton and Mick Jagger.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"Dance Tonight" by Paul McCartney

Lyrics you'll love: "Well you can come on to my place if you want to/You can do anything you want to do/Everybody gonna dance tonight/Everybody gonna feel alright"

Why press play: Get everyone moving in their seats and toward the altar with this McCartney hit. To keep the integrity of the song, don't forget to hire a band that has a mandolin player.

Best for: The wedding party or parents

"Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles

Lyrics you'll love: "Little darling, it's been a long cold lonely winter/Little darling, it feels like years since it's been here/Here comes the sun"

Why press play: We know there's already a song from The Beatles on our list, but we had to include this one too. Also, the song has the perfect amount of cheer for a spring or summer wedding.

Best for: The couple, flower girl or ring bearer

"Over the Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

Lyrics you'll love: "Somewhere over the rainbow/Way up high/And the dreams that you dreamed of/Once in a lullaby"

Why press play: Whether you're a The Wizard of Oz fan or love Kamakawiwo'ole's voice, this song is a must. This version involves a ukulele so we suggest playing this at oceanfront weddings.

Best for: The flower girl or ring bearer

"I Choose You" by Sarah Bareilles

Lyrics you'll love: "Tell the world that we finally got it all right/I choose you/I will become yours and you will become mine"

Why press play: Call us stans or dramatic, but we think Sarah Bareilles' voice is angelic in this song and that it's perfect for weddings. Fun fact: The music involves two real couples proposing to one another with Sarah Bareilles' help.

Best for: The couple

"The Winner Is" by DeVotchKa and Mychael Danna

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: On the Little Miss Sunshine soundtrack, this beautiful song embodies hope, adventure and love. All your indie-movie-loving guests will recognize the tune in a heartbeat.

Best for: The wedding party

"Island in the Sun" by Weezer

Lyrics you'll love: "When you're on a holiday/You can't find the words to say/All the things that come to you/And I wanna feel it too"

Why press play: This tune is perfect for a beach wedding. Case in point: the song's music video, which shows the band playing the song at a wedding.

Best for: The wedding party

"Love" by Matt White

Lyrics you'll love: "And love/Such a silly game we play, oh/Like a summer's day in May/What is love, what is love?/I just want it to be love"

Why press play: We love when a song has lyrics that fit perfectly with the surroundings it's being played in. So if you're planning a beautiful May wedding, add this to your ceremony music playlist.

Best for: The couple

"Is This Love" by Bob Marley & The Wailers

Lyrics you'll love: "I want to love you, and treat you right/I want to love you, every day and every night"

Why press play: Get your reggae groove on during the ceremony. We also love Corinne Bailey Rae's cover of this tune.

Best for: The couple or wedding party

"Rhythm of Love" by Plain White T's

Lyrics you'll love: "My heart beats like a drum/A guitar string to the strum/A beautiful song to be sung"

Why press play: You couldn't go anywhere without hearing this song in 2010, which makes it the perfect nostalgic song. Play this summery song to get everyone in a fun mood.

Best for: The wedding party

"The Best Day Ever" by Spongebob Squarepants

Lyrics you'll love: "It's the best day ever/(Best day ever)"

Why press play: Okay, hear us out because there are two reasons why this song is perfect for your ceremony: First, the little wedding attendants will love the song because it's from Spongebob Squarepants. Second, we heard a beautiful instrumental version of it played on piano for the to-be-wed's entrance. Want another Spongebob Squarepants option? Try the Spongebob and Mr. Krabs duet, "This Grill Is Not a Home."

Best for: The couple, ring bearer and flower girl

"Seasons of Love" by Original Broadway Cast of Rent

Lyrics you'll love: "Remember the love/(Share love, give love, spread love)/ Measure in love"

Why press play: Don't let anyone tell you that you can't play Broadway love songs at your wedding. Even if your guests haven't seen Rent, this is a sweet and emotional pick.

Best for: The wedding party

Unique Wedding Processional Songs

Think outside the box for your wedding ceremony entrance songs and opt for something unexpected. We've compiled a list of unconventional wedding processional songs that aren't overplayed, but are sure to give your guests all the feels.

"Moonshine" by Bruno Mars

Lyrics you'll love: "On top of the world (the world)/Is where I stand when you're back in my life (back in my life)/Life's not so bad when you're way up this high"

Why press play: Don't sleep on this 2012 hit from Bruno Mars. This song would sound great with vocals or as an instrumental with the right band.

Best for: The wedding party

"Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton

Lyrics you'll love: "She puts on her makeup and brushes her long blonde hair/And then she asks me, 'Do I look all right?'/And I say, 'Yes, you look wonderful tonight'"

Why press play: Need a gentle tune with some great guitar? Pick this Clapton song that's all about how much he's infatuated with his partner.

Best for: The wedding party

"Hoppípolla" by Vitamin String Quartet

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: This song is ideal for couples who are having a live band for the ceremony. We guarantee "Hoppípolla" is a joyful melody that everyone will love.

Best for: The wedding party, parents or couple

"Thank You for Being a Friend" by Andrew Gold

Lyrics you'll love: "Thank you for being a friend/Traveled down the road and back again/Your heart is true, you're a pal and a confidant"

Why press play: Show appreciation for your wedding party's hard work with this Andrew Gold song. Warning: You might have to worry about your VIPs and your guests singing it under their breath for the rest of the night.

Best for: The wedding party

"Love Someone" by Jason Mraz

Lyrics you'll love: "When you love someone/Your heartbeat beats so loud/When you love someone/Your feet can't feel the ground"

Why press play: Celebrate your love for your partner with this sweet song about loving someone passionately. We suggest going the acoustic route for this song.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"Come Away with Me" by Norah Jones

Lyrics you'll love: "Come away with me and we'll kiss/On a mountaintop/Come away with me/And I'll never stop loving you"

Why press play: We can't get enough of Norah Jones' beautiful voice, so we had to include her on this list. Once you play this ethereal song at your wedding, you'll want to play it on your anniversary again and again.

Best for: The couple

"Falling Slowly" by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová

Lyrics you'll love: "But I want you/All the more for that/Words fall through me/And always fool me/And I can't react"

Why press play: If you want a song with beautifully written lyrics, you have to check this one out. Find a duo for the ceremony who can do this song justice.

Best for: The couple

"Into the Wild" by Lewis Watson

Lyrics you'll love: "Take my hand and let go/I just want you to know/You're the only one that pulls me in/You changed everything"

Why press play: Any couples having a woodsy wedding should add this song to their playlist. With topics like nature and true love in the lyrics, you really can't go wrong.

Best for: The couple

"Only Time" by Enya

Lyrics you'll love: "Who can say if your love grows/As your heart chose/Only time"

Why press play: Here's another ethereal and angelic-sounding pick for your wedding precessional song. This serene song is also great because it can fit about any wedding theme.

Best for: The wedding party, parents of the couple or couple

"Red Wine Supernova" by Chappell Roan

Lyrics you'll love: "Baby, why don't you come over?/Red wine supernova, falling into me"

Why press play: Love "Champagne Supernova" by Oasis, but want to hear an alternative version? Then you'll love this pop song by Chappell Roan. She describes it as the "gay girl version" of the song.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"L-O-V-E" by Nat King Cole

Lyrics you'll love: "L is for the way you look at me/O is for the only one I see/V is very, very extraordinary/E is even more than anyone that you adore can/Love is all that I can give to you"

Why press play: Get straight to the point and spell out how much you adore your partner. This song is the perfect way to tell your partner how you feel.

Best for: The couple or wedding party

"Godspeed" by Frank Ocean

Lyrics you'll love: "I will always love you/How I do/Let go of a prayer for you/Just a sweet word/The table is prepared for you"

Why press play: It's possible to have a secular and religious song at the same time. Choose this tune if you want a middle ground between the two.

Best for: The couple

"Our House" by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

Lyrics you'll love: "Staring at the fire/For hours and hours while I listen to you/Play your love songs all night long/For me, only for me"

Why press play: This song was written about an ordinary errand and ended up being a hit. Use this classic to express how you love doing the simple things with your partner.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"I Run to You" by Lady A

Lyrics you'll love: "This world keeps spinning faster/Into a new disaster so I run to you/I run to you baby/When it all starts coming undone"

Why press play: Tell your parents how much you love them being there for you with this song. Fun fact: "I Run to You" was the band's first number one single and won a Grammy Award in 2009.

Best for: The parents of the couple

Religious Wedding Processional Songs

Need some processional tunes that'll work in a religious ceremony? From Catholic wedding processional songs to Hindu jams, we have just the right stuff to inspire you. (And don't forget to check with your officiant if the songs below are appropriate for your venue before adding them to your list.)

"Ave Maria" by Céline Dion

Lyrics you'll love: "Ave Maria, maiden mild/Oh, listen to a maiden's prayer/For thou canst hear amid the wild"

Why press play: Here's a Catholic wedding processional song you can't go wrong with. Céline Dion performs one of the best versions, but feel free to check out other artists who've covered the song.

Best for: The wedding party, parents of the couple or couple

"Come Thou Fount" by MercyMe

Lyrics you'll love: "Come, Thou Fount of every blessing/Tune my heart to sing Thy grace/Streams of mercy, never ceasing/Call for songs of loudest praise"

Why press play: This song is perfect for people who want a modern version of the "Come, Thought Fount of Every Blessing" hymn. This tune also has a country feel, since the Christian band is from Oklahoma, so it can be great for country or rustic weddings.

Best for: The wedding party or parents of the couple

"Here I Am, Lord" by Collin Raye

Lyrics you'll love: "Here I am Lord, Is it I, Lord?/I have heard You calling in the night/I will go Lord, if You lead me/I will hold Your people in my heart"

Why press play: Show your devotion to the Lord with this wedding processional song. We think the lyrics are great for a religious ceremony, but the song can also bring peace to any space if you make it instrumental.

Best for: The wedding party

"Wherever You Go" by David Haas

Lyrics you'll love: "Wherever you go, I will go/Wherever you live, I'll be with you"

Why press play: This song can double reference to God always being by one's side and the constant support from one's parents. Whichever way your guests choose to interpret the song, they'll love it.

Best for: The parents

"Be Thou My Vision" by Selah

Lyrics you'll love: "Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart/Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art/Thou my best Thought, by day or by night/Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light"

Why press play: If you're interested in adding bagpipes to your ceremony music, this song is a great contender. We also suggest hiring at least two vocalists to sing this Celtic worship song.

Best for: The wedding party, parents of the couple or couple

"Processional" by Josh Garrels

Lyrics you'll love: Instrumental

Why press play: Pick an untraditional Christian song for your ceremony. We can't find an explanation from Garrels for the inspiration for the song, so we can only assume it's made for weddings based on the title.

Best for: The wedding party, parents of the couple or couple

"Dodi Li" by Peter, Paul & Mary

Lyrics you'll love: "Dodi li va'ani lo/Haro'eh bashoshanim"

Why press play: A beautiful song about love, this tune has multiple versions, but one of our favorites is by Peter, Paul & Mary. In one of the amazing renditions of the song, one of the instruments used is a flute—we suggest requesting this addition for your ceremony.

Best for: The couple

"Erev Shel Shoshanim" by Tucson Chamber Artists & Eric Holtan

Lyrics you'll love: "Shachar homa yonah/Roshech maleh t'lalim/Pich el haboker shoshana/Ektefenu li"

Why press play: Check out this popular romantic Jewish song. Since the tune mentions flowers throughout, we think it's a great option for your wedding attendant.

Best for: The flower girl

"Mi Bon Siach" by Simcha Leiner

Lyrics you'll love: "Mi bon siach/Shoshan chochim/Ahavas kallah, m'sos dodim"

Why press play: There's no need to guess if this song is appropriate for your Jewish ceremony. It's tradition for this piece to be sung as the bride enters the chuppah.

Best for: The couple

"Sunrise, Sunset" by Original Cast of Fiddler on the Roof

Lyrics you'll love: "Is this the little girl I carried?/Is this the little boy at play?/ I don't remember growing older/When did they?"

Why press play: Hello again, musical fans. Yes, we know this song isn't technically religious, but it does involve the Jewish community. This sentimental and melodic song takes place during the wedding of the Tzeitel and Motel in Fiddler on the Roof. The song is from the perspective of the parents, who talk about how time flies and young love.

Best for: The parents of the couple

"Mere Humsafar" by Mithoon and Tulsi Kumar

Lyrics you'll love: "Jisko duaaon mein maanga, tu hai wahi rehnuma/Tere bina mushqil hai, ek bhi kadam chalna"

Why to press play: This Hindu wedding processional talks about how the wait for two lovers is nearly over and how they'll finally be together forever. One of our favorite parts about the song is that it's sung by two lovers.

Best for: The couple

"Din Shagna Da" by Jasleen Royal

Lyrics you'll love: "Mera sajna mileya, Sajna mileya/Sajna mileya haan"

Why press play: This song is all about finding love and getting married, so it makes sense to have this as one of the songs for your processional selection. We promise you this piece is a great upbeat choice for a Hindu celebration.

Best for: The couple

"Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" by Udit Narayan and Alka Yagnik

Lyrics you'll love: "Tum paas aaye, yoon muskuraaye/Tumne na jane kya, sapne dikaaye"

Why press play: This dreamy song about love at first sight is a great processional song. If you also met your partner in this fashion, we suggest picking this tune for the ceremony.

Best for: The wedding party or couple

"Teri Ore" by Shreya Ghoshal and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

Lyrics you'll love: "Kheeche mujhe koi dore teri ore/teri ore, teri ore, teri ore, hai rabba"

Why press play: Have you heard of the invisible string theory? This song talks about how two lovers feel like a string is pulling them towards each other and how happy it makes them.

Best for: The couple

Wedding Processional Songs in Spanish

For those who need Spanish wedding processional song ideas, we've got you covered. We've even included some Spanglish tunes for those planning a bilingual wedding. (Check out these salsa wedding songs for some high tempo options.)

"Disfruto" by Carla Morrison

Lyrics you'll love: "Quiero darte un beso, perder contigo mi tiempo/Guardar tus secretos, cuidar tus momentos"

Why press play: This is a soft love song about loving someone so much that you always want to spend time with them and cherish every moment. The song is lovely on its own, but would also go great with some string accompaniments.

Best for: The couple

"Sólo para Ti" by Camila

Lyrics you'll love: "Eres el amor de mi vida/El destino lo sabía/Y hoy te puso ante mí/Y cada vez que miro al pasado/Es que entiendo que a tu lado/Siempre pertenecí"

Why press play: Get your guests in their feels with this emotional 2006 hit from Camila. The tune is a passionate declaration to the singer's partner, who they say is the love of their life.

Best for: The wedding party

"Tu Corazón Es Mío" by Kali Uchis

Lyrics you'll love: "Este amor que tengo es para ti/Always been big on loyalty/Yo sé que eres mío entirely"

Why press play: If you don't know who Kali Uchis is, you need to put her on your radar. In this song, Uchis talks about her and her partner loving each other no matter what.

Best for: The couple

"Hermoso Cariño" by Vicente Fernández

Lyrics you'll love: "Hermoso cariño/Hermoso cariño/Que Dios me ha mandado/A ser destinado nomás para mí"

Why press play: We guarantee everyone will be singing along with this romantic serenade. Hire a wedding mariachi band to help make this song extra special.

Best for: The couple or wedding party

"Eso y Más" by Joan Sebastian

Lyrics you'll love: "Me contaron de Romeo y Julieta y pensé/'Qué hermoso cuento'/Y ahora resulta que es más grande, que es más bello esto/Esto que por ti yo siento"

Why press play: This song is about going to the ends of the earth to be with the one you love. "Eso y Más" is powerful, with poignant lyrics for your processional.

Best for: The parents of the couple

"Ojitos Lindos" by Bad Bunny and Bomba Estéreo

Lyrics you'll love: "Con tu alma es la que yo conecto (-necto)/Tranquila, no tiene que ser perfecto, no"

Why press play: You might be surprised to see a Bad Bunny track on our list, but according to social media posts, a lot of young couples are opting for modern Spanish ceremony processional music. You'll have to request a slow version of this song, but it's worth it.

Best for: The wedding party

"Perfume de Gardenia" by La Sonora Santanera

Lyrics you'll love: "Perfume de gardenias/Tiene tu boca/Bellísimos destellos/De luz tu mirar"

Why press play: This is a song about a beautiful woman that the singer adores. If you want to bring attention to how great you look (it's your wedding day after all), enter the ceremony during this song.

Best for: The couple

"Yo Quiero Amarte" by Kat & Alex

Lyrics you'll love: "Yo quiero todas tus noches y mañanas/Tu cielo claro y las tormentas"

Why press play: A song about loving someone no matter what, it's a great tune for anyone making their way down the aisle. By the way, you can also opt for the Spanglish version of this song for your ceremony.

Best for: The couple or wedding party

"ADMV" by Maluma

Lyrics you'll love: "Siempre me he soñado una vida contigo/Más valen los hechos que lo prometido/Sin saber a dónde vayas te persigo, oh"

Why press play: Maluma sings about growing older with his partner and being devoted to them throughout it all. The song's lyrics are a great way to tell your partner how much you love them.

Best for: The couple

"Sueña" by Intocable

Lyrics you'll love: "Quisiera esta noche/Robar de tus labios/Un soplo de vida/ Para mi corazón"

Why press play: Another song about undying devotion, "Sueña" is a timeless tune that your VIPs and guests will love to hear at the ceremony. If we had to choose a Latin wedding music genre for this song, we would say it leans more towards norteña.

Best for: The couple

More Wedding Processional Music

Since it's tradition to have ceremony entrance songs for all of your VIPs and yourselves, you might want to see more options to ensure you make the right pick. Lucky for you, there are so many other music categories we didn't even touch on yet. For something a little more specific, find more wedding processional music inspiration from these selections:

• Acoustic Wedding Songs
• Bagpipe Wedding Songs
• Chinese Weddings Songs
• Classical Wedding Songs
• Country Wedding Songs
• Emo Love Songs
• Harp Wedding Songs
• Indian Wedding Songs
• Indie Love Songs
• Instrumental Wedding Songs
• Irish Wedding Songs
• Jazz Wedding Songs
• Piano Wedding Songs
• Queer Love Songs
• R&B Wedding Songs
• Reggae Wedding Songs
• Rock Wedding Songs
• Scottish Wedding Songs
• Spanish Wedding Songs
• String Quartet Wedding Songs
• Violin Wedding Songs
• Wedding Ceremony Songs