25 Grand Entrance Songs That Actually Work in Wedding Receptions
Why the “Right” Entrance Song Matters?
Your grand entrance is the moment that flips the room from “dinner” to celebration — and the best entrance songs have two things in common:
- A recognizable hook right away
- The energy level you want your guests to feel
Most big wedding music guides recommend choosing something that reflects you, but also works for a wide mix of ages in the room.
How to Use This List?
Pick one vibe, then choose a song with a strong chorus. Ask your DJ to play a 20–40 second cut and start right on the hook (not the slow intro). This “hit the chorus” approach is also a common theme in wedding DJ guidance.
25 Grand Entrance Songs (By Vibe)
A) Pop / Top 40 Hype (Big, Clean Energy)
- Justin Timberlake — Can’t Stop the Feeling!
- Bruno Mars — 24K Magic
- Walk The Moon — Shut Up and Dance
- Black Eyed Peas — I Gotta Feeling
- Katy Perry — Firework
Best for: couples who want instant smiles + hands clapping.
B) Hip-Hop / R&B (Confident, “We Arrived” Energy)
- Beyoncé feat. JAY-Z — Crazy in Love
- Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars — Uptown Funk
- OutKast — Hey Ya!
- Macklemore & Ryan Lewis — Can’t Hold Us
- Usher feat. Lil Jon & Ludacris — Yeah!
Best for: high-energy rooms and bridal parties that want a big reaction.
C) Classic Party Starters (Timeless Crowd-Pleasers)
- Kool & The Gang — Celebration
- Earth, Wind & Fire — September
- The Jackson 5 — I Want You Back
- Stevie Wonder — Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)
- Whitney Houston — I Wanna Dance with Somebody
Best for: mixed-age crowds (grandparents to friends) where you want everyone to feel included.
D) Rock / Anthem Vibes (Stadium Energy)
- AC/DC — You Shook Me All Night Long
- Bon Jovi — Livin’ on a Prayer
- Queen — Crazy Little Thing Called Love
- Journey — Don’t Stop Believin’
- The White Stripes — Seven Nation Army
Best for: loud cheers, big “hands up” moments, and entrances with personality.
E) Country / Rustic Wedding Favorites (Fun + Friendly)
- Shania Twain — Man! I Feel Like a Woman!
- Luke Bryan — Kick the Dust Up
- Brooks & Dunn — Boot Scootin’ Boogie
- Garth Brooks — Friends in Low Places
- Florida Georgia Line — Cruise
Best for: barn venues, outdoor receptions, and crowds that love sing-alongs.
Ready to Make Your Grand Entrance a Real Moment?
Your entrance song should hit hard — but the best entrances are a combo of music + mic clarity + lighting working together. If you’re planning a wedding in St. Louis or Illinois, we can help you build the full experience (not just a playlist).
We offer complete wedding services, including DJ & MC entertainment, venue lighting/uplighting, photography, videography, photo booth rentals, and more — so you can plan everything in one place.
