Heart is much more than just a “classic rock” band; they are the architects of some of the most emotionally charged anthems in music history. Since forming in 1973, sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson have influenced the Seattle rock scene and beyond, amassing twenty Top 40 hits that span genres from heavy metal to adult contemporary. Whether you’re looking for the high-energy grit of “Barracuda” or the dreamlike nostalgia of “These Dreams,” Heart offers a powerful musical narrative for every high-stakes moment of your big day.

Essential Heart Wedding Moments

The High-Energy Entrance: “Barracuda” by Heart. If you want to make a legendary entrance, this 1977 masterpiece is the way to go. Its driving rhythm and iconic guitar riff create an immediate, high-octane atmosphere for the newlyweds or the wedding party.
The “Dreamlike” Slow Dance: “These Dreams” by Heart. This #1 hit from 1986 is about how the real world fades into beautiful memories. Its ethereal sound makes it a perfect, nostalgic choice for a slow dance that feels like living in another life for a few minutes.
The Power Ballad Spotlight: “Alone” by Heart. For a couple who has finally found “the one” after getting by on their own, this powerhouse anthem is a perfect choice. It captures the raw intensity of wanting to spend every moment with your partner.
The “Father-Daughter” Strength: “Dog & Butterfly” by Heart. This song tells a beautiful story of a girl leaving the protection of her father and finding the strength to keep going. It’s a sentimental, empowering choice for a father-daughter dance that balances resilience with love.

Expert DJ Tips for a Heart Set

The “Magic” Dance Floor Peak: “Magic Man” is a quintessential floor-filler. It portrays the magnetic pull of falling in love and has a groove that encourages group dancing. It’s a 1976 classic that still resonates with guests of all ages.
The “Summer Lover” Vibe: For an upbeat cocktail hour or a late-night rock set, “Crazy On You” is essential. It captures the desire and “wild pleasures” of a new romance, driven by Nancy Wilson’s legendary acoustic intro and a high-energy rock finish.
The “Mellow” Transition: “Dreamboat Annie” offers a softer, folk-inspired side of the band. It’s a “little ship of dreams” perfect for a mellow dinner set or a transition between higher-energy events.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Quality: Heart was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2013 for a reason. Their music is versatile; don’t be afraid to mix their hard rock hits like “All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You” into a set with their softer ballads to keep the energy dynamic.

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Heart Highest-Charting Billboard Hits

#1 These Dreams, 1986
#1 Alone, 1987
#2 ll I Wanna Do Is Make Love to You, 1990
#4 Never, 1985
#7 Who Will You Run To, 1987
#8 Tell It Like It Is, 1980
#9 Magic Man, 1975
#10 What About Love, 1985
#10 Nothin’ at All, 1986
#11 Barracuda, 1977
#12 There’s the Girl, 1987

Heart Wedding Hits

#1 Alone
Released in 1987 on the album Bad Animals

A song about the anguish a woman feels by not being with her lover and finally finding someone she cares enough about to want to be with him.

‘Til now I always got by on my own
I never really cared until I met you
And now it chills me to the bone
How do I get you alone

#2 Barracuda
Released in 1977on the album Little Queen

The song references a promoter who asked about Anne’s lover but was insinuating her lover was her sister. Pleased she was not so she wrote a song about it!

If the real thing don’t do the trick, no
You better make up something quick
You gonna burn, burn, burn, burn, burn it to the wick

#3 Crazy On You
Released in 1976 on the album Dreamboat Annie

The song is about a woman having desires to be with a man and giving him wild pleasures.

The whisper that calls after you in the night
And kisses your ear in the early moonlight
And you don’t need to wonder, you’re doing fine
My love, the pleasure’s mine

#4 All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You
Released in 1980 on the album Brigade

The song is about a chance meeting and it being in love at first sight and having their way with each other romantically but ending as a one-night stand.

Say you will you want me too
All I want to do is make love to you
I’ve got lovin’ arms to hold on to

#5 These Dreams
Released in 1986 on the album Heart

A song about how the real world becomes past memories that are hard to grasp. It also represents how dreams are not reality and do not give you the full picture of reality.

These dreams go on when I close my eyes
Every second of the night I live another life

#6 What About Love?
Released in 1985 on the album Heart

A song about a woman who loves a man but does not show her affection in return and wonders why he doesn’t want her.

What about love
Don’t you want someone to care about you
What about love
Don’t let it slip away

#7 Never
Released in 1985 on the album Heart

The song is interpreted as two lovers that were meant to be together but they must take each other now or it will never happen.

We can’t go on
Just running away
If we stay any longer
We will surely never get away

#8 Magic Man
Released in 1976 on the album Dreamboat Annie

The song portrays a girl who gets caught up in love with a man but her mama tries to tell her she is too young to settle down just yet.

Well, summer lover passed to fall
Tried to realize it all
Mama says she’s worried, growing up in a hurry

#9 Dreamboat Annie
Released in 1976 on the album Heart

A song about a girl who is going out on her own to try and make something of herself and has the confidence to do so.

Warm wind caress her
Her lover it seems
Oh, Annie
Dreamboat Annie my little ship of dreams

#10 Dog & Butterfly
Released in 1979 on the album Dog & Butterfly

A song about a girl leaving the protection of her dad and having the strength to overcome any obstacle by keeping on keeping on and not giving up.

For the life of me I don’t know the reason why
Maybe it’s livin’ making us give in
Hearts rolling in taken back on the tide
We’re balanced together ocean upon the sky