The wedding ceremony may be all about the dress, but the reception is definitely all about the music. No one will remember what they ate, and you won’t remember much about the table decorations, but you will remember what song played during your first dance. And you’ll remember what song you chose to dance with your mother.

Music sets the tone, and it helps us express what we’re feeling. Working with an experienced wedding DJ in Scottsdale can help you pick the best songs for everything from your first dance to getting guests up on their feet and having a good time later in the evening. Here are the top 10 songs we’ve been seeing at Scottsdale weddings to give you some ideas:

“Thinking Out Loud,” by Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran has been killing it with love ballads, and this one has become the breakout favorite for weddings. We expect it to become one of the most danced-to songs for the first dance thanks to its beautiful lyrics and its perfect pace for dancing.

Sample Lyrics: “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/That maybe we found love right where we are.”

“Love You Like That,” by Canaan Smith

This country crooner delivers a sweet ballad that would work as well for a first dance as it would for a romantic song that your wedding DJ will use to get the couples in the room up and dancing. The chorus might be a little more upbeat than some couples prefer for the traditionally slow first dance, but it still offers plenty of opportunity to sway underneath the lights.

Sample Lyrics: “Deeper than a sunset sky/Sweeter than muscadine wine/All night ’til the sun comes back/I wanna love, wanna love, wanna love you like that.”

“Lay Me Down,” by Sam Smith

Sam Smith is another heavyweight in the power ballad genre, and he delivers a gorgeous song that you’ll love for your first dance. Yet the song is slow and reverent enough that you could also play this song during your ceremony or even your walk down the aisle.

Sample Lyrics: “Can I lay by your side?/Next to you, you/And make sure you’re alright/I’ll take care of you.”

“Run, Run, Run,” by Kelly Clarkson (Ft. John Legend)

With a title like “Run, Run, Run,” you might not think this is a love song you want at your wedding. True, the lyrics have some sadness in them, but the overwhelming message is of being unable to live without another person. Plus, the song is gorgeous and has the perfect tone for a first dance.

Sample Lyrics: “This love is just made for bleeding/Hung upon the water/But still keep on, trying to breathe in.”

“Coming Home,” by Leon Bridges

If you want a little more pick-me-up in your first dance, “Coming Home” is a perfect choice. It has tones of classic R&B hits, and you’ll feel the urge to sway your hips and move with a bit more groove. It’s also a great song for couples dancing later in the reception.

Sample Lyrics: “I’m coming home/To your tender sweet loving/You’re my one and only woman.”

“Only One,” by Kanye West (Ft. Paul McCartney)

Kanye wrote this song about his mother watching him from heaven, and it has a beautiful message about the love between a mother and her son. It’s the perfect song for your mother-son dance.

Sample Lyrics: “Hello my only one/Just like the morning sun/You keep rising ’til the sky knows your name.”

“Uptown Funk,” by Mark Ronson (Ft. Bruno Mars)

Who doesn’t want to get up and dance when they hear this song? This is the perfect dance to get the room hopping when your guests are looking a little uninspired. Have your wedding DJ keep this one in the back pocket when it’s time to get things hopping.

Sample Lyrics: “I’m too hot/Hot damn/Call the police and the fireman/I’m too hot/Hot damn/Make a dragon want to retire man.”

“Shut Up and Dance,” by Walk the Moon

It’s an infectious dance song that also talks about two people meeting and falling in love, as if it were destiny. It’s the perfect song for your Scottsdale wedding! This song will get everyone in the room dancing and singing along.

Sample Lyrics: “Don’t you dare look back/Just keep your eyes on me/I said, ‘You’re holding back’/She said, ‘Shut up and dance with me.'”

“I Want You to Know,” by Zedd and Selena Gomez

This is a great dance song with a romantic message. It’s perfect for the end of the night when only the younger people are around to close down the party.

Sample Lyrics: “I want you to know that it’s our time/You and me bleed the same light/I want you to know that I’m all yours/You and me run the same course.”

“Sugar,” by Maroon 5

Maroon 5 has so many songs that are perfect for weddings, but their latest hit has been a popular choice for receptions. You could be cheeky and play this during your cake cutting, or you can reserve it for dancing after the toasts are all done.

Sample Lyrics: “Need a little sweetness in my life, sugar/Yes, please/Won’t you come and put it down on me?”

Whatever your taste in music and whatever tone you are trying to create for your wedding, your Scottsdale wedding DJ should be able to help you choose the perfect play list. However, these songs can give you some ideas of requests to make.

Citron Sound Services DJs in Scottsdale takes the time to get to know clients so that we can pick the perfect songs to keep the party going. We can make recommendations for the important songs like the first dance and the mother-son dance, and we can read the crowd to choose the right songs to set the tone and get people dancing. Call us today to learn more.

Published By:

Jon Citron – Citron Sound Services DJs
9450 E. Nance Street
Mesa, AZ 85207
Phone:480-966-2929
Email: [email protected]
Website: citronsound.com

Your wedding DJ is one of the most important people in your wedding. You might not think so though since a DJ who is doing the job right is the DJ you don’t have to think about all night — you just get to enjoy the party.

With the wrong DJ, your reception can run into problems, marring what should be one of the happiest days of your life. The experienced wedding DJs at Citron Sound Services DJs in Paradise Valley offered up these helpful tips to help you ensure that you have a flawless reception for your special day.

1. Always Hire a Professional

First, make sure that you always hire a professional wedding DJ..

While it might be tempting to ask your cousin to man the iPod and shuffle through a song list that you provide, that’s a huge mistake. You might save money, but you will be leaving your reception vulnerable to major problems.

A professional DJ has a great-sounding system and knows how to handle all the technology you need, including the music, professional lighting, and other fun accessories. A professional wedding DJ also has the experience to make changes quickly in response to the unexpected. With a professional wedding DJ, you can be sure to get people on their feet instead of tapping their fingers on their tables.

2. Check Out the DJ Before You Book

Be sure and meet your professional Paradise Valley wedding DJ before you book them for your wedding event.

You’ll learn a lot about that DJ’s professionalism, ability to work the crowd, and skill at selecting the right music at the right time. This is invaluable information that you just won’t get simply by checking online references.

3. Provide Suggestions, but Don’t Be Rigid

You may have a few special songs that you would like your wedding DJ to play during your reception, but you should never hand them a set list. You are hiring a wedding DJ for their expertise — let them give it to you.

The set list you have in mind might not flow well, or it might create lulls in the evening. Give your DJ a few ideas of what you like and a few “must play” songs, but leave the rest to them. They will have many songs in their arsenal to call upon when they want to inspire a romantic mood, to get people excited about dancing, or starting to bring the festivities to a close.

The right wedding DJ will keep your reception moving and make sure your guests have a great time. Start looking early so you can find and book the best wedding DJ for your big day… Citron Sound Services DJs! We offer professional wedding DJ services throughout the Valley area. Our experienced wedding and event DJs know how to make sure that your guests have a great time while providing the professional service that helps your event flow seamlessly. Call us today to learn more about your wedding services!

Published By:

Jon Citron – Citron Sound Services DJs
9450 E. Nance Street
Mesa, AZ 85207
Phone:480-966-2929
Email: [email protected]
Website: citronsound.com

Your wedding reception is a chance to let it all hang out. There is much less structure than the wedding ceremony, and you have many more opportunities to show off your personality, from the music you play to the type of name cards you put on the tables.

Take advantage of these opportunities to create a unique wedding reception that will show your guests a great time. Here are a few things you can do to add more spark to your wedding reception:

Create a Fun Introduction

The reception typically officially starts when the newly married couple is introduced at the reception. Instead of the formal announcement of your names, think of something special for your introduction.

For example, you might ask your wedding DJ in Scottsdale to introduce you and your bridal party the same way that boxers are introduced before a match. You can write special descriptions based on the personality of your friends and memories you have shared together.

Or you might introduce yourself and your bridal party like celebrities on a red carpet. The key to success here is hiring the right Scottsdale wedding DJ who has the right energy and can adopt the right tone to make it fun.

Make Unique Song Choices

Your first song should be one that’s special to you. But you have the opportunity to have fun with your other song choices, such as what is played during the cake cutting, the bouquet toss, or the garter throw.

For example, you could play the theme music from Jaws as you cut the cake and your guests are wondering whether you will do the classic cake smash into the face. Or you could play the theme music from Mission Impossible as the groom reaches under the dress to get out the garter.

Think outside the box for your song choices and go with something unexpected and fun. If you are coming up short, your Scottsdale wedding DJ can help you with ideas — or at least let you know what songs to avoid since they are overplayed at receptions.

Create Actual Sparks

Choose actual sparks for your send-off at the end of the night. Instead of having guests wave sparklers or throw rice, arrange for a small fireworks show to go off as you leave the building.

If you prefer something a little more low-key and romantic, ask your guests to send off lighted lanterns into the sky. They can each make a wish for you and your new life together as they light the lanterns.

You can look in the sky and see a beautiful visual representation of all the love that you are surrounded with by your friends and family.

A Scottsdale wedding DJ from Citron Sound Services will work with you to create the wedding reception of your dreams, whether you want to try some of these unique ideas or you want to do something a bit more professional. Our goal is to get to know you as a couple and to bring your vision to life for a wedding reception that you’ll love. Contact us today to get the party started.

Published By:

Jon Citron – Citron Sound Services DJs
9450 E. Nance Street
Mesa, AZ 85207
Phone:480-966-2929
Email: [email protected]
Website: citronsound.com