[1960s–80s] Nostalgic! A roundup of retro Western songs recommended for weddings
The background music you use at your wedding—the biggest day of your life—is incredibly important.
And if you love music, you’ve probably imagined at least once what songs you’d want to play, even if you don’t have any wedding plans yet.
We’ve published various roundups of recommended wedding songs on our site, but this time we’re focusing on “retro, nostalgic Western music.” We’ve picked classics from the ’60s through the ’80s to bring you foreign-language songs that will beautifully color your wedding.
These are all timeless hits that people of all ages will recognize, so be sure to check them out!
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[1960s–1980s] Nostalgic! A Collection of Retro Western Songs Recommended for Weddings (11–20)
(You Make Me Feel) Like a Natural WomanAretha Franklin
Released in 1967, this classic by Aretha Franklin is a beautiful ballad crafted by the then-married songwriting duo Carole King and Gerry Goffin.
Its lyrics celebrate the joy of regaining one’s true self through the love of a partner, perfectly capturing a universal facet of romance, while Aretha’s soulful vocals fit the song’s world flawlessly.
With a melody that inspires confidence and self-love, it’s an ideal choice for weddings.
It’s also well known that Aretha herself brought the house down performing this song at the 2015 Kennedy Center Honors, moving President Obama and the First Lady to tears.
When a Man Loves a WomanPercy Sledge
“When a Man Loves a Woman” is a classic ballad that portrays the deep love of a man who would do anything for the woman he loves.
Percy Sledge’s soulful vocals powerfully convey the unconditional love of a man in love.
It speaks of a blind devotion so intense that even her flaws appear as virtues, and a burning passion that would risk betraying his friends.
Such selfless devotion is truly moving.
Released in 1966, the song became an unprecedented hit in the United States and has been covered by many artists, including Michael Bolton, and is also well known from commercials.
It’s a perfect choice for weddings, where couples vow a love that will never change for life.
Eternal FlameThe Bangles
“Eternal Flame” is a classic hit released as a single by The Bangles in 1989.
With its theme of eternal love and Susanna Hoffs’s pure, captivating vocals, this song is sure to move anyone when played at a wedding.
It’s perfect for the moment when a couple vows everlasting love, and when this long-beloved track plays at a wedding, it will create a deeply moving scene—like watching an actual “eternal flame.”
Dancing QueenABBA
If you want to add a touch of glamour to a wedding, ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” is a must.
Since its release in Sweden in the summer of 1976, this song has been loved worldwide for its bright, radiant melody built on a disco rhythm.
This catchy classic, which captures the spirit of the jukebox era, is sure to get guests of every generation dancing.
Among the many historic hits, “Dancing Queen” is a timeless standard that’s perfect for weddings!
CelebrationKool and The Gang
A heavyweight of funk, Kool & the Gang’s timeless hit “Celebration” is a go-to recommendation that remains a staple at weddings and other festive occasions.
Upon its 1980 release, it reached No.
1 on the U.S.
Billboard Hot 100 and has continued to enjoy immense popularity ever since.
Its lively, cheerful melody naturally brings smiles to listeners’ faces and is perfect for energizing any party.
In fact, while the song’s lyrics were inspired by the Quran and carry a deeper meaning, it’s also a track people can simply enjoy.
It’s guaranteed to work as the perfect song to send the best blessings to a couple setting off on a new life together!