For most people, the best moment in a wedding is during the bridal entrance. Wedding entrances are the moments that set the tone for the wedding ceremony. This means that you can tell the tone of an entire wedding from its entrances.
Should you want to infuse songs of black artists in your wedding entrance playlist, what songs should you consider adding?
In this article, we’ve compiled the best black wedding reception entrance songs, so sit still and relax; let the music tell your love story.
Black Wedding Reception Entrance Songs
The best black wedding reception entrance songs you can explore include:
Check out these other wedding songs for the ultimate celebration:
1. “Why I Love You” by Major
Memorable Lyrics: “This is why I love you Ooh, this is why I love you Because you love me”
The instrumentals and orchestra are all in sync from the beginning! If you want to make an unforgettable grand entrance, you should give this song a try right away!
2. “Ain’t no Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrel
Memorable Lyrics: “Here I am, baby, signed, sealed, delivered, I’m yours.”
The song has a fun rhythm so would be great for couples who want to enter their wedding reception joyfully.
3. “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours” by Stevie Wonder
Memorable Lyrics: “Here I am, baby, signed, sealed, delivered, I’m yours.”
The song has a fun rhythm so would be great for couples who want to enter their wedding reception joyfully.
4. “Happy” by Pharrell Williams
Memorable Lyrics: “Because I’m happy. Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof.”
A danceable reception entrance song that will get your guests dancing with you.
5. “So High” by John Legend
Memorable Lyrics: “We’ll go to a place only lovers go To a spot that we’ve never known”
This song’s romantic piano ballad makes it a great song choice for the couple’s entrance.
6. “Love on Top” by Beyoncé
Memorable Lyrics: “You’re the one that gives your all. You’re the one I can always call”
It’s a romantic tune that speaks of the totality of love.
7. “For You” by Kenny Lattimore
Memorable Lyrics: “Everything I do now makes sense. All roads end, all I do is for you”
Only a few songs capture so many emotions from the beginning. This song is one of those few, which makes it ideal for walking down the aisle too.
8. “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire
Memorable Lyrics: “Ba de ya – say do you remember? Ba de ya – dancing in September.”
An extremely danceable song that is perfect for an energetic entrance.
9. “I Choose You” by Kiana Lede
Memorable Lyrics: “I choose you-you, I choose you-you. They say it’s choose up season, finally I got a reason. Yeah, and I want you…, I choose you-you”
A great song to declare your love, admiration, and devotion to your partner
10. “Best of My Love” by The Emotions
Memorable Lyrics: “You’ve got the best of my love. You’ve got the best of my love.”
It is ideal for a romantic couple entrance that celebrates the love between both partners.
11. “It Takes Two” by Rob Base and DJ EZ
Memorable Lyrics: “It takes two to make a thing go right. It takes two to make it outta sight”
It definitely takes two to form a bond like this, and this song speaks of having the right person by your side.
12. “At Last” by Etta James
Memorable Lyrics: “I found a thrill to press my cheek to. A thrill that I have never known.”
“At Last” has been around for decades, yet, remains one of the most preferred songs for couple entrance during a wedding ceremony.
13. “Love Never Felt So Good” by Michael Jackson feat. Justin Timberlake
Memorable Lyrics: “Baby, love never felt so good. And I’d die if it ever could.”
This song tells of a kind of song that stays. It is a great choice for a romantic entrance.
14. “That’s When I Knew” by Alicia Keys
Memorable Lyrics: “That’s when I knew you were the one. That’s when I knew you stole my heart away from me”
A song that speaks to the heart about love and affection.
15. “My Love Is Your Love” by Whitney Houston
Memorable Lyrics: “If I should die this very day, don’t cry. ‘Cause on Earth, we wasn’t meant to stay.”
This song is ideal for an elegant and romantic entrance to show the depth of love between the couple.
16. “Just the Two of Us” by Grover Washington Jr. feat. Bill Withers
Memorable Lyrics: “Just the two of us. We can make it if we try.”
The slow progression of emotions makes this song ideal for a romantic entrance, first dance or even walking down the aisle.
17. “Cupid Shuffle” by Cupid
Memorable Lyrics: “To the right, to the right, to the right, to the right. To the left, to the left, to the left, to the left”
This is one of the best options to get your guests up dancing, as you enter your reception party.
18. “Ain’t Nobody” by Chaka Khan
Memorable Lyrics: “Ain’t nobody, loves me better. Makes me happy, makes me feel this way”
This song perfectly expresses the intensity of love and happiness. It’s a great song for the couple’s exchange of vows and first dance.
19. “Hold My Hand” by Jess Glynne
Memorable Lyrics: “Darling, hold my hand. Oh, won’t you hold my hand?”
A worthy song that encapsulates the joy of marriage.
20. “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston
Memorable Lyrics: “Oh, I wanna dance with somebody. I wanna feel the heat with somebody.”
Whitney’s magical voice might just be what you need for an energetic entrance to get everyone dancing along.
21. “All of Me” by John Legend
Memorable Lyrics: “Cause all of me, loves all of you. Love your curves and all your edges.”
Everyone would agree that John Legend’s “All of Me” is the perfect love song, as the instrumental and rhythm communicate so many romantic emotions. It’s ideal for a romantic and emotional entrance, or a couple’s first dance as it expresses love.
22. “Lady in My Life” by Michael Jackson
Memorable Lyrics: “Gonna love you more each day. So I promise you tonight. That you’ll always be the lady in my life“
From the beat to the vocals, this song brings all the passion to your wedding.
23. “Isn’t She Lovely” by Stevie Wonder
Memorable Lyrics: “Isn’t she lovely, isn’t she wonderful? Isn’t she precious?”
This song is an ideal choice for a bride to walk down the aisle with.
24. “You Dropped a Bomb on Me” by The Gap Band
Memorable Lyrics: “You were my thrills, you were my pills. You dropped a bomb on me”
25. “Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé feat. Jay-Z
Memorable Lyrics: “Got me looking so crazy right now, your love’s got me looking so crazy right now.”
The song is good enough for the bridal procession, or the couple’s reception entrance.
26. “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake
Memorable Lyrics: “I got that sunshine in my pocket. Got that good soul in my feet.”
A classic that tells about the bubbling feeling that comes with being in love.
27. “Have You Ever” by Brandy
Memorable Lyrics: “Have you ever loved somebody? So much it makes you cry?”
Though filled with several questions, this masterpiece is a great option for the bridal procession and wedding reception entrance.
28. “Thinkin Bout You” by Frank Ocean
Memorable Lyrics: “I’ve been thinking ’bout you. Do you think about me still? Do ya, do ya?”
This is a romantic song with a modern touch, so would be perfect for couples who want modern song options for their entrance.
29. “No One” by Alicia Keys
Memorable Lyrics: “No one, no one, no one. Can get in the way of what I feel for you, you, you”
It is ideal for an energetic and unique wedding entrance.
30. “I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peas
Memorable Lyrics: “I gotta feeling that tonight’s gonna be a good night.”
A danceable song that’s great for bringing life to the party.
31. “That’s How Strong My Love Is” by Otis Redding
Memorable Lyrics: And I’ll be the rainbow after the tears are gone. Wrap you in my colors and keep you warm”
This song has been around for decades, yet, still is one of those top songs in wedding playlists. It’s great for a couple entrance, and a bride walking down the aisle.
32. “Candy” by Cameo
Memorable Lyrics: “There’s no mistaking, I’m clearly taken. By the simple mere thought of you (oh)”
This song is sweet, and its theme centers on commitment and total devotion to that special person.
33. “All My Life” by K-Ci & JoJo
Memorable Lyrics: “I will never find another lover sweeter than you. Sweeter than you”
A sweet and intimate song that’s reflective of true love.
34. “No Ordinary Love” by Sade
Memorable Lyrics: “I gave you all the love I got. I gave you more than I could give”
The lyrics might sound sensual, yet, the song has a good tempo for the couple’s entrance.
35. “Spend My Life With You” by Eric Benet and Tamia
Memorable Lyrics: “Can we just feel this way together ’til the end of all time. Can I just spend my life with you”
This song conveys a message of lasting love and memories. It’s perfect for a first dance.
36. “Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now” by McFadden and Whitehead
Memorable Lyrics: “There’s been so many things that’s held us down. But now it looks like things are finally comin’ around“
This song is perfect for an energetic couple’s entrance into their reception ceremony.
37. “P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)” by Michael Jackson
Memorable Lyrics: “I want to love you, P.Y.T., pretty young thing. You need some lovin’, T.L.C.”
The song has an energetic rhythm, so if you want to make a choreographic entrance as a couple, this should top your explore list!
Final Thoughts
Choosing the best songs for your reception entrance playlist might be taxing, but with this list, it’ll surely be easier.
As you scout for entrance songs for your big day, remember to choose songs that express your love story best, and can carry your audience along too.
FAQs
Here are some often-asked questions you might want answers.
How Long Should a Wedding Entrance Take?
Wedding entrances should be long enough to leave an unforgettable impression yet, not too lengthy. This means wedding entrances should be at least 1-2 minutes long.
Can We Mix Different Song Genres for Our Wedding Entrance?
Sure, you can. Mixing different genres will make your wedding more unique.
What Types of Music Genres Are Common for Black Wedding Entrances?
You can choose from several music genres including reggae, R&B, soul, hip-hop, gospel, Afro-gospel, Afrobeat, and so on.
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