Photo (above, from left to right): Live music: The Cream Colored Ponies – Photographer: Lore Mattens Photography / DJ: DJ Tom – Photographer: Momenticos by Rocio Vega / Photo & Live music: Momenten
Type 1: The romantics
Are you both true romantics and would you like this to be reflected in your opening dance? Then the perfect opening number for your wedding might be a song with meaningful lyrics and a melody that creates accompanying chills.
Inspiration:
How Long Will I Love You - Ellie Goulding
Angels - Robbie Williams
All Of Me - John Legend
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
Type 2: The hipsters
You are a hip couple in everyday life, always open to new, trendy music. Possibly your perfect opening dance will be less known to your guests, but might just have that extra layer of meaning for the two of you.
Inspiration:
Hannah Hunt - Vampire Weekend
Sweet - Cigarettes After Sex
I Would Do Anything For You - Foster The People
I Need My Girl - The National
Angels - The xx
Type 3: The eternal couple
Have you actually been together for a very long time, but are only now getting married? Then it would be fun to reference your long-standing love in your opening dance, or have a compilation of some songs that are symbolic to you.
Inspiration:
Still Crazy After All These Years - Paul Simon
Our Love Is Here To Stay - Billie Holiday
You're Still The One - Shania Twain
Have I Told You Lately - Van Morrison
Parce Que C'est Toi - Axelle Red
Type 4: The rebels
Could it all be a bit looser and more rebellious? Then go for a cool rock song, or choose one sung in dialect.
Inspiration:
Nog Altijd Zot Van Oa - Els De Schepper
Builds Ip Mie - Het Zesde Metaal
Sex On Fire - Kings of Leon
Nothing Else Matters - Metallica
I Was Made For Loving You - Kiss
Type 5: The party starters
Do you and your partner prefer to use the opening dance to get the dance party started right away? Then choose an upbeat, uptempo song - possibly with pre-rehearsed choreography!
Inspiration:
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Shut Up And Dance - Walk The Moon
You're The One That I Want - Grease
Marry You - Bruno Mars
I'm So Excited - The Pointer Sisters
Type 6: The classics
Is your perfect opening dance a golden oldie? Then you have a huge choice! Everyone can probably hum along to a classic. The mood is right there...
Inspiration:
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
Your Song - Elton John
Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley
Have I told you lately that I love you - Van Morrison
Into My Arms - Nick Cave
Would you like help, in making your choice? Your Wedding DJ will have loads of inspiration for you, based on his experience and knowledge of contemporary music!
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