The joyous moment of saying “I Do!” marks the beginning of your journey as a newlywed couple. As you walk back down the aisle, the right song can add an extra touch of magic to your wedding ceremony exit. We’ve curated an extensive list of the best wedding ceremony recessional songs, categorized to suit a variety of musical preferences and styles.
Upbeat and Fun Wedding Exit Songs
Many couples opt for lively and upbeat songs to infuse their recessional with a burst of energy. To compile this list, we consulted wedding DJs and married couples, ensuring that the selections are sure to set the tone for your big exit. Here are some of the crowd-pleasing favorites:
- “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” – The Proclaimers
- “Happy” – Pharrell Williams
- “Best Day Of My Life” – American Authors
- “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” – Stevie Wonder
- “Shut Up And Dance” – Walk the Moon
- “(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher” – Jackie Wilson
- “I See Love” – Jonas Blue ft. Joe Jonas
- “Beautiful Day” – U2
- “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” – Natalie Cole
- “Marry You” – Bruno Mars
- “Sugar” – Maroon 5
- “Dynamite” – BTS
- “You Make My Dreams” – Hall & Oates
- “Can’t Stop The Feeling” – Justin Timberlake
- “Let’s Go Crazy” – Prince and The Revolution
- “Finesse” – Bruno Mars
- “Love On Top” – Beyoncé
- “We Are Family” – Sister Sledge
- “All You Need Is Love” – The Beatles
- “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” – The Beach Boys
- “Viva La Vida” – Coldplay
- “Lucky” – Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat
- “Crazy In Love” – Beyoncé and Jay Z
- “Walking On Sunshine” – Katrina & The Waves
- “I Do” – Colbie Caillat
- “The Way You Make Me Feel” – Michael Jackson
- “Crazy In Love” – Beyoncé
- “Shake It Off” – Taylor Swift
- “Happy Together” – The Turtles
- “Wake Me Up” – Avicii
- “Good Vibrations” – The Beach Boys
- “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” – Queen
- “I Gotta Feeling” – The Black Eyed Peas
- “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” – Whitney Houston
- “And We Danced” – The Hooters
- “Good Day Sunshine” – The Beatles
- “I Melt With You” – Modern English
- “The Power of Love” – Huey Lewis and The News
- “This Is What You Came For” – Calvin Harris ft. Rhianna
- “Semi-Charmed Life” – Third Eye Blind
- “The Impression That I Get” – The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
- “Without You” – Parachute
Instrumental Wedding Recessional Songs (Traditional – Classical Ceremony Exit Music)
For those seeking a touch of tradition and elegance, instrumental pieces can evoke a classic atmosphere. Particularly suitable for church weddings, these selections add a refined charm to your recessional:
- “Wedding March” – Felix Mendelssohn (A Midsummer Night’s Dream)
- “The Marriage of Figaro” – Mozart
- “Allegro Maestoso (Water Music Suite 2)” – George F. Handel
- “Largo from Xerxes” – Handel
- “(Ode to Joy) from Symphony no. 9 in D minor” – Ludwig van Beethoven
- “(Allegro) from Spring, The Four Seasons” – Vivaldi
- “Le Rondeau (Masterpiece Theatre)” – Mouret
- “Brandenburg Concerto No. 4, (Allegro)” – Johann S. Bach
- “(Coronation March) from Crown imperial” – Sir William Walton
- “(Fugue in E-Flat Major) from St. Anne” – Johann S. Bach
- “(Hallelujah Chorus) from The Messiah” – George F. Handel
- “The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba” – George F. Handel
- “Trumpet Tune and Bell Symphony” Henry Purcell
- “Allegro Brandenburg Concerto no. 4 in G” – Bach
- “(Badinerie) from Orchestral Suite No. 2” – Johann S. Bach
- “Triumphal March” – Edvard Grieg
Country Wedding Recessional Songs
For couples with a love for country music or hosting rustic-themed weddings, these heartfelt country songs add a touch of Southern charm to your wedding ceremony exit:
- “Forever After All” – Luke Combs
- “Heartbeat” – Carrie Underwood
- “Cowboy Take Me Away” – The Chicks (Dixie Chicks)
- “On the Road Again” – Willie Nelson
- “Wagon Wheel” – Darius Rucker
- “Forever And Ever, Amen” – Randy Travis
- “Would You Go With Me” – Josh Turner
- “Loving You Easy” – Zac Brown Band
- “She’s In Love With The Boy” – Trisha Yearwood
- “Love Story” – Taylor Swift
- “This Kiss” – Faith Hill
- “God Gave Me You” – Blake Shelton
- “Forever and for always” – Shania Twain
Funny Wedding Recessional Songs
For couples with a lighthearted spirit and a love for humor, these songs add a playful touch to your wedding ceremony exit, making it an unforgettable and cheerful moment:
- “We Go Together” – John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John (From Grease)
- “East Bound and Down” – Jerry Reed
- “Happy Trails” – Roy Rogers & Dale Evans (Van Halen version also available)
- “On the Road Again” – Willie Nelson
- “The Bear Necessities” – The Jungle Book
- “Love and Marriage” – Frank Sinatra (From Married with Children)
- “Let’s Hear It For The Boy” – Deniece Williams
- “Get the Party Started” – P!nk
- “We’re Off To See The Wizard” – The Wizard of Oz
- “Bye Bye Bye” – *NSYNC
R&B and Hip Hop Wedding Recessional Songs
To infuse your wedding ceremony exit with soulful rhythm and smooth vibes, these R&B and hip-hop selections create an irresistible groove for your special moment:
- “Now That We Found Love” – Heavy D & The Boyz
- “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” – Marvin Gaye
- “You’re My First My Last My Everything” – Barry White
- “I Got You (I Feel Good)” – James Brown
- “Lovely Day” – Bill Withers
- “Give Me Everything” – Pitbull (feat. Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer)
- “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
- “Find Someone Like You” – Snoh Aalegra
Catholic Wedding Recessional Songs
For couples celebrating their love within the context of a Catholic wedding, these graceful selections complement the reverence and sanctity of the occasion:
- “(Ode to Joy) from Symphony no. 9 in D minor” – Ludwig van Beethoven
- “O God Beyond All Praising” – Gustav Holst
- “La Rejouissance” – Handel
- “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing” – Chris Rice
Recessional Wedding Songs (Piano)
Embrace the romantic ambiance of piano melodies with these modern songs transformed into exquisite piano renditions, perfect for your wedding ceremony exit:
- “Rewrite The Stars” – The Piano Guys (From The Greatest Showman)
- “Without You” – The Piano Guys (David Guetta featuring Usher)
- “Story of My Life” – The Piano Guys (One Direction)
- “Wedding Day at Troldhaugen, Op. 65, no 6” – Edvard Grieg
- “On Wings of Song” – Mendelssohn
- “O Perfect Love” – Barnby
Non Traditional Wedding Recessional Songs (Unique)
For couples who want to step away from convention and infuse their wedding exit with a touch of individuality, these unique selections add a distinctive flair to your special moment:
- “Something Beautiful” – NeedtoBreathe
- “Daylight” – Matt and Kim
- “I Choose You” – Sara Bareilles
- “Here Comes The Sun” – The Beatles
- “Get Up Offa That Thing (Release the Pressure)” – James Brown
- “Sweet Disposition” – The Temper Trap
- “Friday I’m In Love” – The Cure
- “Walk Of Life” – Dire Straits
- “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” – Michael Bublé
- “Hey Look Ma, I Made It” – Panic! At the Disco
- “Waterloo” – ABBA
- “No Excuses” – Meghan Trainor
- “Wake Me Up” – Simply Three
- “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing” – Music Travel Love
- “Happy” – Simply Three
- “You Get What You Give” – New Radicals
- “Hold On Forever” – Rob Thomas
- “I Belong To You” – Jacob Lee
- “Kiss Me” – Sixpence None The Richer
Modern Wedding Recessional Songs For The Bride and Groom
Capture the essence of modern love stories with these heartfelt and contemporary tracks, perfect for expressing the depth of your emotions during the wedding ceremony exit:
- “Remember This” – Jonas Brothers
- “Good Riddance” – Green Day
- “Home” – Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
- “Good Life” – OneRepublic
- “Love Story” – Taylor Swift
- “On Top Of The World” – Imagine Dragons
- “Levitating” – Dua Lipa (feat. DaBaby)
- “You Are The Best Thing” – Ray LaMontagne
- “Adore You” – Harry Styles
- “Uptown Funk” – Bruno Mars
- “Home” – Phillip Phillips
- “Mr. Brightside” – The Killers
- “Happy Together” – Weezer
Rock Recessional Songs For Wedding Party Exit (The Couple Too!)
For couples who want to infuse their ceremony exit with rock-inspired energy, these spirited selections will make your exit a true rock ‘n’ roll moment:
- “You Shook Me All Night Long” – AC/DC
- “I Believe In A Thing Called Love” – The Darkness
- “Wedding March” – Heavy Metal Wedding
- “Dreams” – Van Halen
- “Livin’ On A Prayer” – Bon Jovi
- “Love Of A Lifetime” – Firehouse
- “Can’t Stop Loving You” – Van Halen
- “The Final Countdown” – Europe
- “Back In Black” – AC/DC
- “Paralyzer” – Finger Eleven
- “Ocean Avenue” – Yellowcard
- “Crazy Train” – Ozzy Osbourne
- “Come Sail Away” – STYX
Disney Wedding Recessional Songs
Celebrate the enchantment of love with these iconic Disney songs, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy and magic to your wedding ceremony exit:
- “Once Upon A Dream” – Sleeping Beauty
- “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah” – Song of the South
- “Married Life” – Up
- “You’ll Be In My Heart” – Tarzan (Phil Collins)
- “I See The Light” – Tangled
- “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” – The Lion King
- “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” – Toy Story
- “A Whole New World” – Aladdin
- “Hakuna Matata” – The Lion King
- “Proud Corazón” – Coco
Wedding Recessional Songs From Movies and TV Soundtracks
Elevate your wedding exit with the nostalgia of popular songs from beloved movies and TV shows, infusing your ceremony with a touch of cinematic charm:
- “Hold On” – Wilson-Phillips (From Bridesmaids)
- “True” – Spandau Ballet (From The Wedding Singer)
- “Forever and Ever (I Say A Little Prayer)” – Diana King (From My Best Friend’s Wedding)
- “Pirates of the Caribbean” – Hans Zimmer
- “Jump In Line (Beetlejuice)” – Harry Belafonte
- “Star Wars IV – A New Hope – Ending Theme” – John Williams
- “Cantina Band” – John Williams (Star Wars IV, A New Hope)
- “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing” – Aerosmith (Armageddon)
- “Jurassic Park (Main Theme)” – John Williams
- “Let My Love Open the Door” – Pete Townshend (Along Came Polly)
- “Today Was A Fairytale” – Taylor Swift (Valentine’s Day)
- “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours” – Stevie Wonder (You’ve Got Mail)
- “Somebody Like You” – Keith Urban (How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days)
- “Everything Is Awesome (The Lego Movie)” – Tegan and Sara
- “You Make My Dreams” – Hall & Oates (500 Days of Summer)
- “It Had To Be You” – Harry Connick, Jr. (When Harry Met Sally)
- “All You Need Is Love” – Lynden David Hall (Love Actually)
- “I Melt With You” – Jason Mraz (50 First Dates)
- “Forever” – Pam and Jim’s wedding (The Office)
