The 40 Best Tony Bennett Love Songs to Play at Your Wedding

The late, great Tony Bennett was among the most famous singers of the 1950s and 60s, along with other crooners like Frank Sinatra. Fast-forward 50-plus years later and the best Tony Bennett love songs have managed to withstand the test of time thanks to the performer's smooth voice and incredible range (not to mention his collaboration with Lady Gaga!).

Tony Bennett has released dozens of jazzy love songs over the years, which means you have plenty of options to choose from when compiling your wedding playlist. Keep scrolling to discover the best wedding songs by Tony Bennett to ask your wedding DJ or band to play during each moment of your special day, including the ceremony, cocktail hour, first dance, reception and even the last dance of the evening.

Bonus: Listen to our picks with The Knot's list of Tony Bennett Love Songs playlist on Spotify.

1. "Until I Met You," I Wanna Be Around

Lyrics you'll love: "I never knew what love was all about/Until I met you"

Get your wedding DJ to play this during your first dance—it has a jazzy feel that's perfect for couples wanting a classy vibe during this intimate reception moment.

2. "Cheek to Cheek," Cheek to Cheek

Lyrics you'll love: "I'm in heaven/And my heart beats so that I can hardly speak/And I seem to find that happiness I seek/Oh, baby, when we're out together dancing/Out together dancing/Out together dancing cheek to cheek!"

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Here's another fabulous first dance song that'll have you floating around the dance floor—it's all about feeling so happy you're practically in heaven.

3. "I've Got You Under My Skin," Love for Sale

Lyrics you'll love: "I've got you under my skin/I've got you deep in the heart of me/You're so deep in my heart, you're really a part of me"

This song is smooth and mellow, perfect for creating a sophisticated atmosphere during dinner or cocktail hour.

4. "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)," Cheek to Cheek

Lyrics you'll love: "Makes no difference if it's sweet or it's hot/Give it all the rhythm that you've got"

Here's your chance to add some lively swing to your reception. It's upbeat, fun, and just the thing to get everyone's toes tapping. Ask your wedding band to play this Tony Bennett love song during your reception.

5. "I Can't Give You Anything but Love," Cheek to Cheek

Lyrics you'll love: "Well I can't give you anything but love, baby/That's the only thing I've plenty of, baby"

A sweet, simple promise of eternal love—what more could you want for a first dance?

6. "I Get a Kick Out of You," Love for Sale

Lyrics you'll love: "I get a kick every time I see you standing there before me"

Get your wedding musicians to play this number during cocktail hour or dinner. It's all about being head-over-heels in love, in the classiest way possible.

7. "So in Love," Love for Sale

Lyrics you'll love: "I'm yours till I die/So in love

Keep the romantic vibes going strong during cocktail hour with this heartfelt ballad. It's deep, it's sincere and says you're in this love for the long haul.

8. "Love Is Here To Stay," Love Is Here To Stay

Lyrics you'll love: "It's very clear/Our love is here to stay/Not for a year/But ever and a day"

Ask your band or DJ to play this romantic tune while your guests are sipping cocktails.

9. "The Look of Love," Tony Sings The Great Hits Of Today!

Lyrics you'll love: "I can hardly wait to hold youFeel my arms around you/How long I have waited/Waited, just to love you/Now that I have found you"

Play this one during your first dance—it's all about the deep, mesmerizing kind of love that you can see in each other's eyes.

10. "My Cherie Amour," Tony Sings The Great Hits Of Today!

Lyrics you'll love: "My cherie amour, lovely as a summer day/My cherie amour, distant as the Milky Way/My cherie amour, pretty little one that I adore/You're the only girl my heart beats for"

If you need more ceremony songs, make sure to add this sweet and light tune to the list.

11. "It Had to Be You," Duet II

Lyrics you'll love: "It had to be you, wonderful you/It had to be you"

This one's ideal for a ceremony, first dance or intimate slow dance.

12. "What a Wonderful World," What a Wonderful World

Lyrics you'll love: "I see skies of blue and clouds of white/The bright blessed day and the dark sacred night/And I think to myself/What a wonderful world"

Here's a classic that never disappoints. Play this one during your ceremony or have it on queue for a slow dance.

13. "The Very Thought of You," A Time for Love

Lyrics you'll love: "I see your face in every flower/Your eyes in stars above/It's just the thought of you/The very thought of you, my love"

This Tony Bennett love song was made for any moment during a wedding ceremony. It's all about how just thinking of your loved one fills you with warmth and love

14. "Tea for Two," Love Story

Lyrics you'll love: "Picture you upon my knee/Just tea for two and two for tea/Just me for you and you for me/Alone"

Add this one to your cocktail hour playlist—it's sweet and a bit old-fashioned, perfect for a nostalgic moment while you say "cheers" to your guests.

15. "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," I Left My Heart in San Francisco

Lyrics you'll love: "I'm going home to my city by the Bay/I left my heart in San Francisco/High on a hill, it calls to me"

Press play on this Tony Bennett song during dinner, especially if you have any ties to the city.

16. "Smile," I Left My Heart in San Francisco

Lyrics you'll love: "If you smile through your fear and sorrow/Smile and maybe tomorrow/You'll see the sun come shining through for you"

"Smile" is versatile enough that you could play it during cocktail hour, dinner or your parent dance.

17. "Tender is the Night," I Left My Heart in San Francisco

Lyrics you'll love: "Tender is the night/So tender is the night/There's no one in the world/Except the two of us"

Add this one to your dinner playlist for a soft, sweet and intimate moment with your wedding guests.

18. "Have I Told You Lately," I Left My Heart in San Francisco

Lyrics you'll love: "Have I told you lately you look so lovely?Each time I see you, my heart melts away"

Here's another first dance track to send over to your wedding band. It's all about appreciating each other, perfect for reminding your special someone just how much they mean to you.

19. "The Best Is Yet to Come," I Left My Heart in San Francisco

Lyrics you'll love: "The best is yet to come and, babe, won't it be fine?/You think you've seen the sun but you ain't seen it shine"

Ideal for cocktail hour or a parent dance, this song is upbeat and optimistic—which is great for celebrating the future you're going to build together.

20. "Marry Young," I Left My Heart in San Francisco

Lyrics you'll love: "Heaven bless people who marry young/Though I guess that if you marry young/You can stumble and fall 'til you stand/But at least you stumble hand in hand"

"Marry Young" is definitely ceremony-worthy, especially if you're tying the knot a bit earlier in life. It's sweet, a bit playful and full of hope for the future.

21. "When I Look in Your Eyes," Something

Lyrics you'll love: "In your eyes/I see the deepness of the sea/I see the deepness of the love/The love I feel you feel for me"

"When I Look in Your Eyes," is another lovely first dance song to play for your special moment as newlyweds.

22. "Life is Beautiful," Life is Beautiful

Lyrics you'll love: "Since I fell in love with you/Life is like a dream/That has come true"

Play this mellow Tony Bennett song during dinner or cocktail hour to remind everyone just how dreamy life feels when you're in love.

23. "As Time Goes By," Life is Beautiful

Lyrics you'll love: "And when two lovers woo/They still say I love you/On that you can rely/No matter what the future brings, as time goes byMoonlight and love songs never out of date"

This classic is a must-play for an elegant cocktail hour or dinner setting. It's about lasting love, an easy choice for couples who can't wait to stick together through thick and thin.

24. "Reflections," Life is Beautiful

Lyrics you'll love: "Out of the blue/Life was serene again/You wanted me/The world turned green again/You held me fast/Love was mine/At last"

Another great cocktail hour pick, this song is all about finding love and everything turning bright and beautiful. It's like a little reminder of what love can do.

25. "Because of You," Because of You

Lyrics you'll love: "Because of you there's a song in my heart/Because of you my romance had its start/Because of you the sun will shine/The moon and stars will say you're mine/Forever and never to part"

Ideal for a slow, romantic first dance, this song is like a thank you note set to music, celebrating all the wonderful things that come with being in love.

26. "Steppin' Out With My Baby," Steppin' Out

Lyrics you'll love: "With my top hat, my white tie and my tails/I'm steppin' out with my baby/Can't go wrong 'cause I'm in right/Ask me when will that day be/Big day may be tonight"

If you want to add some pep to your reception, this lively number will definitely get people dancing. It's upbeat and full of that old-school charm Tony Bennett is known for.

27. "Rags to Riches," Tony Bennett at Carnegie Hall

Lyrics you'll love: "So open your arms and you'll open the door/To every treasure I'm hoping for/Hold me and kiss me and tell me you're mine evermore"

For a touch of drama and romance during your cocktail hour or dinner, this song tells a tale of a love that feels like a fairy tale.

28. "The Way You Look Tonight," Long Ago and Far Away

Lyrics you'll love: "Oh, but you're lovely with your smile so warm/And your cheek so soft/There is nothing for me but to love you/Just the way you look tonight"

Absolutely perfect for a first dance or a parent dance, this song is all about loving every little detail about how your love looks right now.

29. "Let's Do It," Tony Bennett's Greatest Hits, Volume 7

Lyrics you'll love: "Birds do it, bees do it/Even educated fleas do it/Let's do it, let's fall in love"

This one's a fun choice for the ceremony or getting the reception dance floor started. It's cheeky and cheery—just right for setting a light-hearted, loving vibe.

30. "For Once in My Life," For Once in My Life

Lyrics you'll love: "For once in my life I won't let sorrow hurt me/Not like it's hurt me before/For once I have someone I know won't desert me/I'm not alone anymore"

Here's a great Tony Bennett dance song for the reception. It's a bit of an anthem for finding that one true love who stands by you no matter what.

31. "Fly Me to the Moon," If I Ruled The World: Songs For the Jet Set

Lyrics you'll love: "Fly me to the moon/And let me play among the stars/Let me see what spring is like/On Jupiter and Mars"

Ideal for a first dance, Tony Bennett's cover of "Fly Me to the Moon" is incredibly swoon-worthy.

32. "The Good Things in Life," The Good Things in Life

Lyrics you'll love: "But I lift my glass to the good things in life/I am not here for long, but there's time for song/And some wine/And when time runs away/I will look back and say/That the good things in life were all mine"

What better way to end the night than with a song that reflects on all the good stuff you've shared? This is an excellent song choice for your last dance, leaving everyone feeling teary-eyed, sentimental and full of love.

33. "On The Sunny Side Of The Street," If I Ruled the World: Songs for the Jet Set

Lyrics you'll love: "Grab your coat and get your hat/Leave your worries on the doorstep/Life can be so sweet/On the sunny side of the street"

Use this upbeat tune to lighten the mood during cocktail hour or dinner. It's all about letting go of worries and basking in the joy of the day.

34. "One for My Baby (and One More for the Road)," Duet II

Lyrics you'll love: "Make it one for my baby/And one more for the road"

This one's a classic for a reflective moment toward the end of the reception, maybe as a closing song to wind down a fantastic night.

35. "The Right to Love," If I Ruled the World: Songs for the Jet Set

Lyrics you'll love: "The sweet look of wonder/We know that we have earned the precious right to love"

A beautiful, mellow choice for your wedding's dinner playlist, this Tony Bennett love song is about the profound beauty and right of loving someone deeply.

36. "All My Tomorrows," If I Ruled the World: Songs for the Jet Set

Lyrics you'll love: "Today I may not have a thing at all/Except for just a dream or two/But I've got lots of plans for tomorrow/And all my tomorrows belong to you"

Hopeful and swoonworthy, this song is about looking forward to all the wonderful days ahead with your new spouse. Play it during your last dance or toward the end of the reception.

37. "Take the Moment," If I Ruled the World: Songs for the Jet Set

Lyrics you'll love: "Take the moment, let it happenHug the moment, make it last"

This could be a magical first dance song. It's all about seizing the now and making the most of every second together.

38. "Out of This World," For Once in My Life

Lyrics you'll love: "After waiting so long for the right time/After reaching so long for a star/All at once from the long and lonely nighttime/And despite time, here you are"

"Out of This World" is a great pick for setting a romantic mood during any moment of your wedding. It's about love that's so incredible it feels like it's, well, out of this world.

39. "Something in Your Smile," If I Ruled the World: Songs for the Jet Set

Lyrics you'll love: "Something in you is rich and rare/And there is something more/Something in you is everything/That I never knew before"

Soft and sweet, this tune is ideal for dinner or cocktail hour. It's a gentle reminder of how much you adore even the simplest things about each other.

40. "When I Fall in Love," In Person!

Lyrics you'll love: "When I fall in love it will be forever"

A wonderful choice for a slower, romantic moment, maybe during cocktail hour or dinner. It's a classic Tony Bennett love ballad that promises eternal devotion.

Additional reporting by Brittany Barber.