What Your First Dance Song Really Says About You

You’ve picked the venue. You’ve debated over napkin colours. But now comes the real decision: the first dance song. We hear a lot of, “What’s a good one?” But let’s flip the script: what does your song say about you? Because let’s be honest — that first dance track? It speaks volumes. Whether you’re swooning to Ed Sheeran or cha-cha-ing to Bruno Mars, your song choice lowkey reveals your couple energy. And we’re here to decode it (with a wink, of course).

Let’s dive in, shall we?

💕 If You Chose: “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran

You are: Hopeless romantics who probably feed each other cake, whisper “I love you” 84 times a day, and have a shared Pinterest board titled “Our Life Together.”

Bonus points if your wedding hashtag is a pun on your last names.

🌿 If You Picked a Folk/Indie Track (Think: Angus & Julia Stone, Ben Howard)

You are: Earthy, deeply in love, and probably had a kombucha bar at your reception. You danced barefoot at your engagement party and your vows made everyone cry. Twice.

💃 If You Went for a Latin-Inspired Banger (Luis Fonsi, Camila Cabello)

You are: 🔥 Fiery, flirty, and full of sass. Your wedding is a party and you didn’t come here to sway. You came here to bring the heat.

You 100% practiced a dramatic dip.

🎤 If You Chose a Soul Classic (Etta James, Al Green, Marvin Gaye)

You are: Timeless. Classy. Smooth. You don’t do trends — you are the trend. Your first dance is a slow, meaningful moment that stops the room.

Also: your nana is very proud.

🕺 If You Picked a Funky Throwback (Earth, Wind & Fire, Queen, ABBA)

You are: The life of the party. You choreographed something epic and made your bridal party swear secrecy. Everyone’s waiting for the beat drop.

Spoiler: it’s glorious.

🎸 If You Picked a Rock Ballad (Aerosmith, Foo Fighters, Goo Goo Dolls)

You are: Loyal, passionate, maybe a little dramatic — in the best way. Your dance involves a lot of intense eye contact and possibly a hair flip.

You also probably high-fived during the ceremony. Respect.

🧁 If You Picked a Disney or Musical Theatre Song

You are: Adorably extra. Your relationship is a rom-com come to life, and you’re not afraid to lean in. You may or may not have practiced a Broadway-style twirl in the lounge.

Also: you cried during the rehearsal. And that’s okay.

🎧 If You Created a Mashup or Custom Remix

You are: Fun, creative, and low-key chaotic (but in the best way). You love a surprise and are here to subvert expectations. Your guests are going to be talking about this dance.

Your celebrant had to practice your names with a beat drop. Legend.

Not on This List?

Exactly. That’s the point. There are zero rules. Your song is yours. It doesn’t need to mean anything to anyone else — just you two.

But let’s be real: whatever you choose says something.

It says:

• This is how we love.

• This is what moves us.

• This is our vibe.

And that’s the magic.

Final Thought: There’s No Wrong Song — Only the Right Moment

Whether your track is trendy, traditional, weird, wonderful, or totally made up — your song choice is just one more beautiful expression of your connection.

So wear it loud. Dance it proud. And own it like the wedding icons you are.

Planning your wedding in New Zealand?

Still tossing up between 5 different songs? Or maybe you’ve picked one and have no idea how to move to it? I’d love to help. At SWAY, we turn your music into your moment — from subtle sways to surprise mashups and everything in between.

If you're based in Tauranga, Rotorua, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, or Whakatāne — book a free discovery session today. Let’s make your song sing on the dance floor.