Parent Wedding Dance Ideas
A parent dance during your reception is a beautiful and meaningful gesture that can bring tears of joy to your eyes and share a special moment with the ones who have supported and loved you throughout your life. It’s a way to express gratitude for all they have done for you and to symbolize the transition into this new chapter of your life. Whether you choose a touching slow dance or an upbeat choreographed dance, the important thing is that it reflects your unique relationship with one another. This moment will create a memory that will last a lifetime.
A Father-Daughter Dance
A father-daughter dance symbolizes the special relationship between a father and his daughter. This can also be for a “father figure” in your life. Someone who played a big role in your life or was someone you looked up to. That person could be a step-father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend of the family, etc. The dance is a beautiful tribute to your bond, which is unbreakable and filled with cherished memories. Enjoy this magical moment, and dance your way into this new chapter of your life with your father/father figure by your side.
Father-Daughter Dance Song Inspo
“My Little Girl” - Tim McGraw
“Dance With My Daughter” - Jason Blaine
“First Man” by Camila Cabello
“I Loved Her First” - Heartland
“Butterfly Kisses” - Bob Carlisle
“For My Daughter” - Kane Brown
“Cinderella” - Steven Curtis Chapman
“Lady” - Brett Young
“Be Good To Her” - BEXAR
“How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” - Marvin Gaye
A Mother-Son Dance
A Mother-Son dance is a heartfelt tribute to the special connection between a mother and her son. This dance celebrates the love, nurturing, and endless support that a mother provides her son through his life. It’s a moment to honor the guidance, sacrifices, and unwavering love that has shaped you into the person you are today. It symbolizes the support of the mother letting go and letting the spouse take over the spot of the main woman in his life. This could also be someone who was more of a “mother figure” in your life as well such as a grandmother, sister, aunt, step-mother, or family friend. Whoever you feel a close bond with.
Mother-Son Dance Song Inspo
“You’ll Be In My Heart” - Phil Collins
“Find Your Wings” - Mark Harris
“A Song For Mama” - Boyz II Men
“You Are The Sunshine Of My Life” - Stevie Wonder
“I Hope You Dance” - Lee Ann Womack
“He Gets That From Me” - Reba McEntire
“My Wish” - Rascal Flatts
“Thank You Mom” - Good Charlotte
“The Perfect Fan” - Backstreet Boys
“Lean On Me” - Bill Withers
A Mother-Daughter Dance
A mother-daughter dance is a touching tribute to the unique and unbreakable bond between a mother and her daughter. Whether this takes the place of a Father-Daughter dance because you were raised by a single mom, or just an add-on dance because you want to include your mama, the dance symbolizes the love, strength, and support that a mother offers her daughter as she navigates through lifes journey.
Mother-Daughter Dance Song Inspo
“Mama’s Song” - Carrie Underwood
“Like My Mother Does” - Lauren Alaina
“Landslide” - Fleetwood Mac
“Hero” - Mariah Carey
“In My Daughter’s Eyes” - Martina McBride
Alternative Dance Ideas
You may want to add in a unique tribute dance, whether it’s because your grandparents raised you, you have a unique bond with your siblings or there are some extra people in your life that you feel need to have a special moment as well. Below are some song ideas for those special people in your life.
Sibling Dance: “You’re My Best Friend” - Queen or “Family Affair” - Mary J. Blige
Grandparent: “Grandpa (Tell Me About The Good Old Days)’ - The Judds or “There You’ll Be” - Faith Hill
Step- Parent: “Step By Step” - Brandon Davis or “Humble And Kind” - Tim McGraw
Step Children: “I’ll Stand By You” - The Pretenders or “I’ll Be There” - Jackson 5
Choosing a song should reflect the relationship with the person or persons you are choosing to dance with for this moment. It may not seem like it now but this dance will be cherished by both of you forever, it truly is a very special moment so make sure to make it count.
Happy Planning!
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