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Updated Oct 14, 2024Our Top 10 Donna Summer Songs For Wedding Playlists
If you love Donna Summer as much as we do, then you'll definitely want your DJ to press play on these hits.
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Are you looking to include Donna Summer's top 10 songs on your wedding playlist? Well, we don't blame you. Known as the "Queen of Disco," Summer's music blends infectious dance beats with romantic undertones, making it perfect for any wedding vibe. Whether you're after a romantic slow song like "Dim All the Lights" or a high-energy banger like "Hot Stuff," Donna Summer has some of the best wedding songs out there, with music that offers a great mix for every part of your celebration.
This iconic artist revolutionized the disco scene in the 1970s and early 1980s, gaining international acclaim with hits like "I Feel Love" and "Last Dance"—both of which are perfect for getting your guests on their feet. So, go ahead and ask your wedding DJ to play any of these timeless tracks, and watch your party come alive with these classic hits from the Queen of Disco herself.
Bonus: Listen to The Knot's picks with Donna Summer's Top 10 Songs playlist on Spotify.
1. "Last Dance," Thank God It's Friday
Lyrics you'll love: "So let's dance the last dance/Let's dance the last dance/Let's dance this last dance tonight"
When it comes to Donna Summer's top 10 songs to play at a wedding, this one's our fave. It's the perfect party anthem to talk to your wedding DJ about playing for your last dance, to end the evening on a high note. It starts off slow and romantic, then builds into a high-energy disco track—making it a great pick for closing the dance floor with everyone on their feet.
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2. "Love to Love You Baby," Love to Love You Baby
Lyrics you'll love: "I love to love you, baby/I love to love you, baby"
This sultry, slow-burn disco love song from the '70s could add a little romance and intimacy to the evening, especially for a late-night dance or as a background song during your wedding dinner.
3. "On the Radio," Bad Girls
Lyrics you'll love: "If you think that love isn't found on the radio/Then tune right in, you may find the love you lost"
With its upbeat tempo and nostalgic lyrics, this Donna Summer song is fantastic for getting people onto the dance floor and feeling good. Press play to evoke a fun, celebratory mood at your reception.
4. "Spring Affair," Four Seasons of Love
Lyrics you'll love: "Ooh, just the man I hoped you'd be/Ooh, just the man to set me free/You've got me"
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This is a softer, disco-infused track with a laid-back groove, making it great for background music for cocktail hour or dinner. Its smooth sound is sure to create a relaxed and sophisticated vibe your guests will appreciate.
5. "MacArthur Park," Live and More
Lyrics you'll love: "I recall the yellow cotton dress/Foaming like a wave/On the ground beneath your knees/The birds, like tender babies in your hands"
This epic track is dramatic and powerful, making it a fantastic pick for a grand entrance or a key moment during the evening. Its sweeping sound does a bang-up job at building energy, which will make everyone feel like they're part of something special.
6. "Dim All the Lights," Bad Girls
Lyrics you'll love: "Love just don't come easy/No, it seldom does/When you find the perfect love/Let it fill you up"
This song has a romantic, mid-tempo groove that's perfect for slow dancing. Its blend of disco and heartfelt lyrics makes it versatile, whether you're setting a romantic tone or getting people ready to party.
7. "Heaven Knows," Live and More
Lyrics you'll love: "Believe in us, (believe in us)/We were always meant to be, (always meant to be)/Me for you and you for me, (you for me)/'Til eternity, ('til eternity)"
With its uplifting, danceable beat, this love song would be great for keeping the dance floor packed. It's all about celebrating love and joy with its catchy melody and good vibes.
8. "Hot Stuff," Hot Stuff
Lyrics you'll love: "Hot stuff/Baby, baby/Baby, baby (tonight)/I need hot stuff/Baby, baby"
This bold and confident track is a surefire way to get the energy up and encourage guests to let loose. Its fiery disco sound is great for creating an electric party you'll remember forever.
9. "I Feel Love," I Remember Yesterday
Lyrics you'll love: "Ooh I'm in love, I'm in love,/I'm in love, I'm in love/I'm in love"
A groundbreaking disco track, "I Feel Love" has an ethereal vibe that'll bring something special to the night. Play this track to add a modern (but still classic) disco moment to the dance floor.
10. "Could It Be Magic," A Love Trilogy
Lyrics you'll love: "Baby, I want you, come, come, come into my arms/Let me know the wonder of all of you"
Romantic and dreamy, this track is great for a first dance or an intimate moment during the evening. It has a lush, magical quality that just screams romance.
