34 Upbeat First Dance Songs for a Fun, Modern Twist

The Swedish sensation just lives on and on and on. But there is nothing like the ABBA effect to get your party started and invite your guests to let their hair down!

King of The Minions, Pharrell, has had people clapping along to this ear worm since 2013 - and your celebration need be no different.

The Peas’ futuristic R&B sounds as energetic and relevant today as it did on its release in 2009. I mean, its your wedding! Tonight IS going to be a good night!

You can’t make it through a wedding celebration without The Voice herself making an appearance and this 1987 poppy crowd-pleaser is the perfect place to start.

From it’s pounding piano intro to its lung-busting chorus, this anthemic ballad will elevate your celebration and invite ties round heads and unexpected air guitars.

Not just for the autumn, this is a certified banger all year round with wordless hooks for everyone to sing and a feel good funk to get even your stubborn guests dancing.

Have you even been to a wedding if you haven’t loosened your shirt, donned an invisible guitar and put a finger in the air to scream the choruses to this? I think not.

The relentless hit machine is at it again and this time its fun for all the family. Prepare for kids and adults to attempt the high notes and groove through this 2016 bop.

Every party needs a touch of retro to slip your hips back into the twist and turn gears of years gone by. This will be a bigger hit with all generations than you might expect.

Irresistible for every party playlist, funk up your night with this 2015 global smash that will have your family strutting around in ways you may find tricky to forget.

Standing the test of time, this soft rock anthem has been fully inducted into the wedding Hall of Fame now. Do the honours, press play on this bad boy one more time.

This disco classic not only gives everyone the chance for synchronised dance routines galore but, by the end of it, also basically counts as your gym ‘arms day’ for the week.

Prancing all the way into your evening from 1984 and promising to help you ‘hit that high’, you’re in safe, well-partied hands with Michael and Ridgeley.

You’ll be seeking out family members before the first chorus is even done - screaming this in their faces and not finding it half as uncomfortable as you thought you would.

Pure, bubblegum pop goodness with plenty of ‘phone-hand’ dance moves, this is essential for your party playlist to guarantees smiles on faces all round.

This 1980 track is forged in a joyful syncopation that cannot be denied by your dancing feet - particularly at a wedding when the sentiment rings so true as well.

A little cameo from Nick, Joe and Kevin is crucial to the success of any party playlist and this Grammy-nominated comeback hit will do the job nicely.

Nothing is getting between you, your friends and that dancefloor when this comes on. Step aside Auntie Barbara, you don’t have what it takes for this 1984 classic.

It’s a bit funky, it’s a bit flirty and it’s an absolute must for your playlist. Not as fast a tempo as you might think so dig out a remix if you haven’t got a band playing live for you.

It’s what we’re here to do and Kool (+ his gang) wrote a whole song about it. So stick it on, embrace the cheese, add a side of funk-filled vibes and you’re good to go.

National Treasure, Styles, has hit the jackpot since this release that makes you want to both take your clothes off in the sun and strike a Madonna-style pose after every line.

They do. And with this corker, they can. Get the bride tribe together (*throws up in bucket*) and belt this in honour of just that you know literally unforgettable hen do yah.

While your forming a girl band on the dance floor, pick a favourite spice and prepare for the peak as you inform your guests exactly what it is that you really, really want.

She’s in to superstition and you’re in to Spanish-infused bangers from before the Millennium. Marriage is about compromise and Ricky is here with the solution.

A sprinkle of sexy Britney strings will pass the grandparents by but have everyone else imagining they're a semi-nude air hostess that can play THAT hook on the violin.

Unapologetically cheesy and fun, you know the words and you will not be denied the chance to prove it. Early Miley knew how to party without a care in the world.

You’re insecure, don’t know what for! Because you made a bangin’ party playlist for your wedding and now everyone is on the dancefloor-or-orrr.

This explosive pop anthem that needs to break free from its 5th November shackles and realise its euphoric potential year round on wedding dance floors.

Somebody order a banger? Mr Worldwide is going round the globe dropping off this party anthem at your dancefloor. You all having a good time out there?

A joyful, soul-filled anthem that celebrates finding "the one" and embracing forever. Its upbeat energy makes it perfect for a grand entrance or a first dance.

A catchy anthem for couples who embrace love in its purest form. The upbeat melody and heartfelt message make it perfect for a wedding entrance or fun dance moment.

Singing about soaring emotions and living a dream, this captures the best moments of marriage. Its high-energy sound makes it perfect for a party highlight.

A joyful, high-energy song that perfectly captures the excitement of a wedding day. The upbeat melody and optimistic lyrics make it great for a first dance or entrance.

A sweeping, emotional ballad that builds into an epic chorus. Its cinematic feel makes it perfect for slow dances, first looks, or romantic moments during a wedding.