15 Songs for the Church Wedding
Our Song Tips for the Church Wedding
The most popular theme in song lyrics is love - so the selection is large. Nevertheless, it's not so easy to find the perfect song for your (church) wedding. Because here you must not only listen to your own taste, but also choose something that will be blessed by the pastor. But don't worry! To make choosing the right song for your church wedding a bit easier, we've compiled a list of the most beautiful songs for you. Here you'll find the perfect love songs for your church wedding!
Still looking for that special something for your dream ceremony? Then book live music for especially romantic music at your wedding ! Which musicians and artists you can book especially well for your church wedding, you'll also learn in this article.
1. If I Ain´t got you – Alicia Keys
"Some people want everything, but I don't want nothing at all except you." This wedding song will make the hearts of the couple and their guests beat faster. All you need is a soulful female voice and a piano.
2. Pachelbel Canon in D Major
Are you looking for instrumental music for your wedding? Then this classical piece is exactly right for you and your church wedding!
3. Fields Of Gold – Eva Cassidy
This song is a true classic among church wedding songs and offers a skillful mix of folk, soul, and jazz.
4. Young and Beautiful – Lana Del Rey
No song accompanies a more beautiful walk down the aisle than this modern dream-pop piece, which simultaneously has the character of an epic film soundtrack.
5. You´ve got the love – Florence and the Machine
"You've got the love, you've got the love…" A tribute to love. This song by Florence Welch definitely sticks in your ear and emotions in your heart.
6. Endless Love – Diana Ross
"Two hearts that beat as one!" Endless Love gets to the point – two become one. This song with the right female voice will surely bring a tear or two.
7. Ave Maria – Beyoncé
Ave Maria is probably one of the most famous church songs. Beyoncé has newly adapted the traditional song and made it absolutely suitable for a church wedding. With lines like "I found heaven on earth" – goosebumps are guaranteed.
8. Morning Has Broken – Yusuf/Cat Stevens
The melody is based on an old Scottish Christmas song, which became an English church song. And Cat Stevens turned it into a world hit - and also a popular song for church weddings.
9. Make You Feel My Love – Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan is considered the great master of songwriting. This song proves it once again, which is of course also a wonderful wedding song in Adele's cover version.
10. Das Beste – Silbermond
This German hit will guarantee that no eye stays dry during the emotional climax of your church wedding!
11. Power of love – Celine Dion
The song title already says everything you need to know. "The Power of love" – and what moment is more fitting to think about the power of love than your own wedding.
12. Love me like you do – Ellie Goulding
"Love me like you do" – you can hardly give your partner a more beautiful compliment. This love song gets the necessary lightness through the right singer and creates emotional highlights at the church wedding.
13. I choose you – Sara Bareilles
The reason this special day is taking place – "I choose you". The couple has chosen each other and is celebrating this unique day with friends and family - at the church wedding, this song will surely find open ears and hearts.
14. The Rose – Bette Midler
"The Rose" - one of the most popular love songs in pop history and often chosen as a song for church weddings. The song addresses how differently people perceive their love: A beautiful message that will definitely create an emotional atmosphere.
15. Feels like home – Edwina Hayes
"It feels like home to me" – many people long for this feeling of having arrived. The couple counts among the lucky chosen ones who have already found their soulmate. A distinctive and gentle female voice will move the wedding party to tears.
Live Music for a Very Special Church Wedding
Our top 15 songs for church weddings hopefully make your search for the perfect song for your church wedding easier. Since music is most beautiful when live, you should really consider not relying on a DJ or playlist, but booking real musicians! With live music, your church wedding will be remembered exactly as you want it! Through SofaConcerts, it's very easy to book solo artists, duos, or even a whole band for your wedding. Are you looking for a church singer? Then take a look at our 7 favorite church singers! Otherwise, you'll find here a selection of fantastic singers who can play beautiful cover versions of the above-mentioned songs at your church wedding on request!
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Looking for musicians for your church wedding? On SofaConcerts you'll find not only great song ideas but also suitable artists for every occasion.
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