Top 10 Classic and Most Overplayed Wedding Songs 

Welcome to the most overplayed wedding songs fiesta! These are some of your favourites, from the classic that has been played at weddings for decades to the newer hits that are quickly becoming staples of the wedding playlist. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show… “or maybe just cover your ears.”

While these songs are all beautiful and romantic, they can also get a little old after hearing them at every wedding. And it’s undeniable that some of these songs have received far too much play time and need to be retired. 

Today, we will dive into the top 10 most overplayed wedding songs both old and new. So get ready to take notes of these songs so you can curate a more authentic playlist.

Top 10 Most Overplayed Wedding Songs

There’s no doubt that some songs are more perfectly suited to weddings than others. While these songs have the perfect romantic feel to them, it’s quite obvious they are overplayed and so have lost that unique and refreshing feel at weddings. 

So without further ado, let’s take a look at the top 10 most overplayed wedding songs, exploring the reasons why they are on this list.

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1. “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Elvis Presley

Lyrics from the song: “Wise men say “only fools rush in” But I can’t help falling in love with you”

This song takes the spotlight when it comes to the most overplayed wedding song. This classic “Can’t help falling in Love” by Elvis Presley is undoubtedly at the very top of the list of wedding songs and is expected to be played at almost every wedding you attend.

It is a timeless masterpiece that forever relays how powerful the force called love is but you will agree with me that despite its soulful lyrics, this classic is no longer a unique masterpiece when it comes to weddings. So if you are going for a unique wedding playlist vibe, you might want to scratch this song off your list.

2. “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran

Lyrics from the song: “So honey, now, take me into your loving arms/ Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars/ Place your head on my beating heart, I’m thinking out loud”

Although this song was released in 2014 and is considered more of a recent hit. “Thinking out loud” by Ed Sheeran is certainly one of the best and most iconic wedding songs that can be found today.

It will be no surprise if this song continues to ride the high waves well into the decades as one of the most iconic wedding songs ever because the lyrics truly portray the feelings and emotions of love.

However, it’s no secret that playing this at your wedding wouldn’t be a surprise, in fact, your guests would most likely be expecting to hear this song. So you should consider giving them a whole new experience. 

3. “At Last” by Etta James

Lyrics from the song: “At last my love has come along/ My lonely days are over/ And life is like a song, Oh yeah, yeah”

When it comes to wedding songs “At Last” by Etta James has a pretty solid spot on the list. This song is about finally finding love and happiness.

The lyrics make this song a perfect wedding song as it talks about finally finding somebody to love, but because of the lyrics, it’s also played at almost every wedding. So you can decide to opt this one out of your wedding playlist and go for something more unique.

4. “A thousand years” by Christina Perri

Lyrics from the song: “I have died every day waiting for you/ Darling, don’t be afraid, I have loved you/ For a thousand years”

This list would obviously have been incomplete without mentioning this soulful anthem by Christina Perri. This song gained its popularity from the movie “The Twilight Saga” and has since then been among the first wedding song choice for a lot of couples.

The longing and passion in the lyrics of this song make it special and a perfect choice for your wedding. However, you might want to give this song a rest and not include it in your wedding playlist as it has been played over a thousand times at weddings. 

5. “I Loved Her First” by Heartland

Lyrics from the song: “I knew the love of a father runs deep/ And I prayed that she’d find you someday/ But it’s still hard to give her away, I loved her first”

”I Loved Her First” by Heartland is most likely the number one father-daughter wedding song. Heartland’s lyrics talk about the bond and love shared between a father and his daughter, and how difficult it is to let your baby girl go.

With its calm and soulful melody, this song has taken the spotlight for years. So why not give the spotlight to another song at your wedding and curate something different?

6. “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran

Lyrics from the song: “I found a love for me/ Oh, darling’, just dive right in and follow my lead”

Ed Sheeran’s “Perfect” is a timeless love song that talks about how you can only see perfection when you are in love. The lyrics portray how people in love see each other and so this song has been a must on the playlist of many weddings. 

It’s definitely an overplayed wedding song and you could decide to let this one be out of your wedding playlist if you want a playlist that would be one of a kind.

7. “Wonderful Tonight” by Eric Clapton

Lyrics from the song: “I feel wonderful because I see the love light in your eyes/ And the wonder of it all/ Is that you just don’t realize how much I love you”

From the soulful guitar riffs played at the beginning, to the sweet and captivating voice of Eric Clapton, this song is just perfect for every wedding. 

Plus it has been played at almost every wedding, so you might want to omit “Wonderful Tonight” from your wedding songs list if you are going for a more authentic and refreshing vibe.

8. “Stand by Me” by Ben E. King

Lyrics from the song: “No I won’t be afraid, oh, I won’t be afraid/ Just as long as you stand, stand by me”

Ben E. King for sure outdid himself with his melodious hit “Stand by Me” that’s been a classic for decades. The lyrics talk about staying with your partner through it all, so no surprise this song is a wedding staple.

This song has been played by almost every DJ at a wedding. So if you are looking to curate a playlist of wedding songs that are not overplayed, this song should probably not be on the list.

9. “All of Me” by John Legend

Lyrics from the song: “Give your all to me, I’ll give my all to you/ You’re my end and my beginning/ Even when I lose I’m winning”

This list would be incomplete without mentioning “All of Me” by John Legend. This song has been quite famous and popular since its release in 2013. And is quite a hit at weddings.

This hit, however, has been played and overplayed at weddings, so you should know that even if you decide to leave out this song from your wedding playlist, it wouldn’t be missed.

10. “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz

Lyrics from the song: “But I won’t hesitate more, no more/ It cannot wait, I’m yours”

“I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz has been a hit when it comes to weddings. It has quite a groovy beat and is a great dance song for wedding guests. 

This song, like all the rest, has been played so many times at different weddings, so adding it to your list of wedding songs would most likely not make your wedding playlist any more unique than all the others.

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Summary

When it comes to weddings, these songs are certainly iconic. They’re the ones that everyone knows and loves, and they always seem to make the perfect soundtrack for a special occasion. However, they have become so overplayed at weddings that they’re starting to lose their appeal.

If you want to curate a unique wedding playlist, that’s unlike every other wedding playlist you’ve heard, you might want to avoid playing these songs at your wedding since they are already popularly known as overplayed wedding songs.

Of course, you aren’t expected to avoid all the songs on this list, just pick out one or two of your most favourite songs to curate your list with and don’t overwhelm your list with overplayed songs.