The Top 20 Elvis Songs to Play at Your Wedding

If you want to rock and roll at your wedding, then you must play a few songs by the King of Rock and Roll himself. Elvis Presley was adored across the nation for his musical talent, dance moves and affinity for experimenting with different genres. Even if you are not the biggest Elvis Presley fan, his rock and roll style will make you want to groove on the dance floor. Find your perfect rock and roll or cover band or wedding DJ who will know how to shuffle Presley's music on your big day. Until then, scroll through this listicle to gather a few Elvis wedding song ideas for your first dance or father-daughter dance songs.

"Don't Be Cruel," Elvis' Golden Years

Lyrics you'll love: "The future looks bright ahead/Don't be cruel to a heart that's true/I don't want no other love/Baby it's just you I'm thinking of"

"Don't Be Cruel" was released the same year as "Heartbreak Hotel" and received even more critical acclaim. The love song was even inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Elvis combines iconic rock and roll beats with romantic lyrics that will make you swoon.

"Love Me Tender," Lover Me Tender

Lyrics you'll love: "Love me tender, love me true/All my dreams fulfilled/For my darling I love you/And I always will"

If you had to pick an Elvis love song for your first dace, "Love Me Tender" may just do the trick. You could even quote a few lines from the song in your vows if your S.O. is a big fan of the King. The lyrics in themselves are tender and will certainly have your in-laws crying by the end of your first dance.

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"All Shook Up," Elvis Golden Records

Lyrics you'll love: "Well, my hands are shaky and my knees are week/I can't seem to stand on my own two feet/Who do you thank when you have such luck?/I'm in love/I'm all shook up"

This Elvis bop is perfect for anyone who has felt nervous excitement when falling in love. The King of Rock and Roll will cure your wedding jitters with relatable lyrics and while the beat may be a bit too fast for your first dance, it should make an appearance on your reception playlist.

"It's Now or Never (O Sole Mio)," Elvis' Golden Records Volume 3

Lyrics you'll love: "When I first saw you/With your smile so tender/My heart was captured/My soul surrendered/I'd spend a lifetime/Waiting for the right time/Now that you're near/The time is here at least"

After you play "All Shook Up," queue "It's Now or Never" for an equally romantic love song that will remind you of when you saw your S.O. for the first time and fell in love.

"Are You Lonesome Tonight?," Elvis' Golden Records Volume 3

Lyrics you'll love: "Are you lonesome tonight?/Do you miss me tonight?/Are you sorry we drifted apart?/Does your memory stray/To a bright summer day/When I kissed you and called you sweetheart?"

This song is an emotionally charged profession of love and fear (of being lonesome). Fortunately, neither you nor your spouse will be alone on your wedding night as you hold each other on the dance floor.

"Can't Help Falling in Love," Blue Hawaii

Lyrics you'll love: "Like a river flows/Surely to the sea/Darling, so it goes/Somethings are meant to be"

An antonym for "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" would be one of the King's most famous romantic songs: "Can't Help Falling in Love." The intimate lyrics will leave you breathless as you stare into the eyes of the one you love.

"Viva Las Vegas," Viva Las Vegas

Lyrics you'll love: "Viva Las Vegas with you neon flashing/And your one arm bandits crashing/All those hopes down the rain/Viva Las Vegas turning day into nighttime/Turning night into daytime/If you see it once/You'll never be the same again"

Don't worry, not all of these tunes will make you weep. "Viva Las Vegas" will amp up the energy on the dance floor whether you are having a destination wedding in Sin City itself or are listening nearby. So grab your partner, place your bets and dance the night away on your wedding day.

"Hound Dog," Elvis' Golden Records

Lyrics you'll love: "You ain't nothing but a hound dog/Crying all the time/Well, you ain't never caught a rabbit/And you ain't no friend of mine"

"Hound Dog" was first recorded by Big Mama Thornton in 1952, four years before Elvis recorded his version. Even if you are not familiar with the King of Rock and Roll's music, you are probably familiar with the lyrics of this song. While it is not a love song per se, it is a classic Elvis Presley song your band or DJ must play at the reception.

"Blue Suede Shoes," Elvis Presley

Lyrics you'll love: "Well, you can knock me down, step in my face/Slander my name all over the place/Do you anything that you wanna do/But uh-uh honey, lay off them shoes"

You know what they say: "something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue." This song will check off at least two of those boxes, having been recorded in 1956 and including the needed color in its title. You might even consider wearing blue suede shoes at your wedding reception...

"Burning Love," It's a Matter of Time

Lyrics you'll love: "Your kisses lift me higher/Like a sweet song of a choir/You light my morning sky/With burning love"

Elvis' 1972 recording of country soul artist Arthur Alexander's song "Burning Love" was one of his biggest hit singles in the United States and even hit the American Hot 100. Needless to say, your party will feel the heat if this tune is heard on the dance floor.

"Thrill of Your Love," Elvis Is Back!

Lyrics you'll love: "I have wished for the wealth of a great millionaire/I have reached for a bright star above/But the thrill of it all, to me, seems so small/When compared to the thrill of your love"

If you're looking for a slow wedding dance song, or a tune to play during cocktail hour or dinner, this romantic song is an ideal pick. It definitely has a retro vibe that guests of all ages will love.

"Suspicious Minds," From Elvis in Memphis

Lyrics you'll love: "We're caught in a trap/I can't walk out/Because I love you too much, baby/Why can't you see/What you're doing to me/When you don't believe a word I say?"

"Suspicious Minds" is another famous cover by Presley. Mark James wrote and recorded the song in 1968, but Presley's version released just one year later attained the number one spot on Billboard Hot 100 and has been ranked by Rolling Stone as the 91st best song of all time. As far as love songs go, this one is a classic as it reminds lovers to have faith and trust in one another. It's a great singalong song if you're counting some Elvis fans among your wedding guests.

"Stuck On You," Elvis' Golden Records Volume 3

Lyrics you'll love: "I'm gonna stick like glue, yeah yeah/Because I'm stuck on you"

As long as said sticking is desired by both parties, "Stuck On You" is a steamy love song by the King of Rock and Roll. The lyrics are jarring, mentioning glue and a grizzly bear, and describe a strong physical attraction between two people. The singer is certainly crushing on someone special, a good thing as long as he isn't sticking uncomfortably to the person of interest.

"(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear," Loving You

Lyrics you'll love: "I don't wanna be a tiger/Because tigers play too rough/I don't wanna be a lion/'Cause lions ain't the kind you love enough"

A potential goodie bag idea: mini teddy bears. Just kidding, sort of. But in all honesty, fans would send Elvis teddy bears in honor of his cute love song "(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear." The sweet lyrics will simultaneously make you smile while dancing on the dance floor while also making you want to curl up with your S.O. *teddy bear*.

"A Big Hunk O' Love," Elvis' Golden Records Volume 2

Lyrics you'll love: "You're just a natural born beehive/Filled with honey to the top/But I ain't greedy, baby/All I want is all you got, no no no/I ain't asking much of you/Just a big-a big-a big-a hunk of love will do"

Speaking of potentially non-reciprocated love, "A Big Hunk O' Love" is about someone desiring a single kiss, or "hunk of love" as they say, from their crush. A quick peck on the cheek is all the singer is asking for, but it's all up to the woman to decide if he is worthy.

"Loving You," Loving You

Lyrics you'll love: "I will spend my whole life through/Loving you, just loving you/Winter, summer, springtime, too/Loving you, loving you"

The title of "Loving You" makes it an obvious must for your Elvis Presley love song playlist, and for good reason, too. The lyrics describe eternal love and faith, both important aspects of marriage. The King of Rock and Roll certainly has some vow ideas up his sleeve.

"Something," Aloha from Hawaii: Via Satellite

Lyrics you'll love: "Something in the way she moves/Attracts me like no other lover/Something in the way she moves me/I don't want to leave her now/You know I believe, and how"

Another intimate love song, "Something" describes a person falling in love and for that very reason, it would be another top pick for a first dance song. Elvis' song may be from his Aloha from Hawaii album, but that doesn't mean you can't listen elsewhere.

"I Want You, I Need You, I Love You," Elvis' Golden Records

Lyrics you'll love: "I thought I could live without romance/Until you came to me/But now I know that I will go on/Loving you eternally"

While there is some uncertainty in "Something," Elvis is certain about his love in "I Want You, I Need You, I Love You." Again, rock and roll may not scream romance on the surface, but when you listen to the lyrics, you really can't help but swoon at the words.

"The Wonder of You," On Stage

Lyrics you'll love: "When no one else can understand me/When everything I do is wrong/You give me hope and consolation/You give me strength to carry on/And you're always there to lend a hand/In everything I do/That's the wonder/The wonder of you"

It's true love when your partner gives you strength when you need it most and stands by you even in the darkest of times. Elvis's lyrics in "The Wonder of You" capture this very essence of love, making it another top choice for your first dance song.

"Heartbreak Hotel," Elvis' Golden Records

Lyrics you'll love: "Well now, if your baby leaves you/And you got a tale to tell/Just take a walk down lonely street/To Heartbreak Hotel"

Elvis recorded his hit single "Heartbreak Hotel" in 1956. The song soon rose in popularity on Billboard's Top 100. The Heartbreak Hotel is certainly not where your wedding reception will be held, but this rock and roll song is a must regardless.