For the country couple
Country first dance songs, with a dance to match
Country music is full of first dance songs: slow ballads built for swaying, steady love songs that suit a waltz, and a few with enough bounce for a two-step. Our favourites are grouped by feel below, each with a style that suits it.
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Slow country ballads
The classic choice. These suit a slow sway, a simple rumba or a gentle waltz, depending on the beat.
- Tennessee Whiskey, Chris Stapleton. Slow and soulful, with a rolling feel that suits an unhurried sway.
- Amazed, Lonestar. A big, swelling ballad for a romantic sway.
- Then, Brad Paisley. Tells a love story from first date to forever.
- Speechless, Dan + Shay. About the moment you see your partner on the wedding day.
- Bless the Broken Road, Rascal Flatts. A perennial wedding favourite.
A Canadian touch
Three picks with Canadian voices, for couples who want a little home pride in the moment.
- From This Moment On, Shania Twain featuring Bryan White. A wedding ballad through and through.
- You’re Still the One, Shania Twain. Mid-tempo and warm; works as a relaxed sway or simple foxtrot.
- 10,000 Hours, Dan + Shay & Justin Bieber. Light and modern, easy to sway to.
Country classics
Timeless songs with a steady beat that suit a foxtrot walk or a gentle two-step.
- Forever and Ever, Amen, Randy Travis. Sweet and steady.
- I Cross My Heart, George Strait. A traditional country love song with a clear, danceable rhythm.
- Remember When, Alan Jackson. Reflective, for couples who’ve been together a long time.
- It’s Your Love, Tim McGraw & Faith Hill. A real-life couple’s duet.
With a bit of bounce
For a playful first dance or a surprise switch halfway through. These suit a country two-step or a swing.
- Die a Happy Man, Thomas Rhett. Easy mid-tempo groove.
- She’s Everything, Brad Paisley. Gentle and affectionate with a steady pulse.
- Body Like a Back Road, Sam Hunt. Laid-back and fun.
- Wagon Wheel, Darius Rucker. A singalong to pull everyone onto the floor after your first minute.
Turning a country song into a first dance
Most first dances are 90 seconds to 2 minutes, so plan on trimming whichever song you choose. Pick for meaning first; almost any song can be danced with the right style or section. If you’d like ideas beyond country, bring a few favourites to your wedding consultation and we’ll help you choose.
If your guests love country, a few line dances later in the night are a great way to fill the floor. Our page on line dancing for beginners explains how they work. Our wedding dance planning guide walks through the rest, from song length to lessons.
Bring us your song
Book a wedding consultation. We’ll listen to your song, choose the style that fits, and plan a dance that feels like the two of you.