Top 200 Best Party Songs List 2022

Updated on May 10, 2022 | Written by Matthew Campbell

We’re all over boring wedding receptions. Right? It’s your celebration. It’s now time to fill your dance floor dancing to your favorite songs while singing at the top of your lungs. Enjoy our list of the best party songs.

You want to dance to some legit tunes. Party hard and make it a night to remember.

The songs we’ve curated are tried and true to get all of your wedding guests on the dance floor.

The vibe of a good party is participation. You want your guests to crowd the dance floor singing their favorite songs at the top of their lungs.

We’ve talked to wedding couples through social groups and analyzed hundreds of wedding DJs’ playlists across the U.S. that provide reception entertainment.

We selected a list just for you of the most popular and unique party songs for getting people out on the dance floor at your reception.

Every couple’s music tastes are different.

Current hits are good but a good dance party doesn’t need to stick to one genre. Rock, Country, Dance, R&B, Hip Hop, Swing, Big Band, Oldies, Polka, Jazz, Disco, Reggae, can all be on your list (and ours).

 
Let’s start with the most popular right now.

Our Top 10 Party Songs to Fill the Dance Floor

1. “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston
2. “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars
3. “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire
4. “Yeah” by Usher
5. “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey
6. “Cupid Shuffle” by Cupid
7. “Dancing Queen” by ABBA
8. “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers
9. “Can’t Stop The Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake
10. “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas 

200 Best Party Songs For Weddings & Parties

Below is a list of wedding party songs to choose from. We do not discount any music genre. As professional DJs for decades, we know what works. We want you to have the best list of what to play at weddings.

Did we miss one of your favorite dance songs? Please place a comment below with your suggestion — and which song it should replace.

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What is the best song to play at a party?

The best party song played is one that gets everyone on the dance floor no matter their age or race. The best classic party song is “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire. The best modern party song is “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars.

How do I choose good party songs for my wedding?

Selecting the best party songs is, in itself, a great task. It’s not as easy as you think; it takes much effort. This is why we provide this list of 200 party songs so that it will inspire you as the wedding couple when you sit down to plan your wedding. You can even check out the ultimate collection of best wedding songs that you can find anywhere.

Choose the songs you want to hear during the dancing portion of your wedding reception. Then, be sure to give the list to the master of ceremonies or music entertainment before the wedding. This way, they will have all the songs you desire to have played. Even better is to plan this with your professional DJ.

Hip Hop Party Songs

Astronaut In The Ocean – Masked Wolf
2019, Hip Hop

Best Friend – Saweetie feat. Doja Cat
2021, Hip Hop

Big Energy – Latto
2021, Hip Hop

Body – Megan Thee Stallion
2020, Hip Hop

Boyz – Jesy Nelson feat. Nicki Minaj
2021, Hp Hop

California Love – 2Pac feat. Roger Troutman & Dr. Dre
1996, Hip Hop

Can’t Hold Us – Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton
2011, Hp Hop

Chop Chop Slide – Insane Clown Posse
2015, Hip Hop

Cupid Shuffle – Cupid
2007, Hip Hop

Fantastic Voyage – Coolio
1994, Hip Hop

Get Ur Freak On – Missy Elliott
2001, Hip Hop

Good As Hell – Lizzo
2016, Hip Hop

Hey Ya! – Outkast
2003, Hip Hop

Hot In Herre -Nelly
2002, Hip Hop

Ice Ice Baby – Vanilla Ice
1990, Hip Hop

Jump Around – House Of Pain
1992, Hip Hop

Low – Flo Rida feat. T-Pain
2007, Hip Hop

My House – Flo Rida
2015, Hip Hop

Shoop – Salt-n-Pepa
1993, Hip Hop

THATS WHAT I WANT – Lil Nas X
2021, Hip Hop

This Is How We Do It – Montell Jordan
1995, Hip Hop

Thrift Shop – Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Wanz
2012, Hip Hop

Truth Hurts – Lizzo
2017, Hip Hop

Turn Down For What – DJ Snake feat. Lil Jon
2013, Hip Hop

U Can’t Touch This – M.C. Hammer
1990, Hip Hop

WAP – Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion
2020, Hip Hop

Way 2 Sexy – Drake feat. Future & Young Thug
2021, Hip Hop

Whoomp! (There It Is) – Tag Team
1993, Hip Hop

Wild Thing – Tone-Loc
1988, Hip Hop

Wobble – V.I.C.
2008, Hip Hop

What is the most danceable song?

The most danceable song is one that would be considered a line dance or group dance song. These songs are more likely to fill the dance floor as they do not require a partner. Songs like the “Cupid Shuffle” by Cupid and “Cha Cha Slide” by DJ Casper.

Pop Party Songs

A Second to Midnight – Kylie Minogue & Years & Years
2021, Pop

A-O-K – Tai Verdes
2021, Pop

Adore You – Harry Styles
2019, Pop

Butter – BTS
2021, Pop

Bye Bye Bye – N Sync
2000, Pop

Camila Cabello feat. Young Thug – Havana
2017, Pop

CAN’T STOP THE FEELING! – Justin Timberlake
2016, Pop

24K Magic – Bruno Mars
2016, Pop

Classic – MKTO
2013, Pop

Cold Heart (PNAU Remix) – Elton John, Dua Lipa
2021, Pop

Don’t Start Now – Dua Lipa
2020, Pop

Happy – Pharrell Williams
2013, Pop

I Feel Good – Pitbull feat. Anthony Watts & DJWS
2021, Pop

I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me) – Whitney Houston
1987, Pop

Kings & Queens – Ava Max
2020, Pop

Leave Before You Love Me – Marshmello & Jonas Brothers
2021, Pop

Levitating – Dua Lipa feat. DaBaby
2020, Pop

Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit Of…) – Lou Bega
1999, Pop

Memories – Maroon 5
2019, Pop

Never Gonna Give You Up – Rick Astley
1987, Pop

Party In The USA – Miley Cyrus
2009, Pop

Shake It Off – Taylor Swift
2014, Pop

Shape of You – Ed Sheeran
2017, Pop

Shivers – Ed Sheeran
2021, Pop

Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond
1969, Pop

Take On Me – A-Ha
1985, Pop

Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars
2014, Pop

Watermelon Sugar -Harry Styles
2019, Pop

What song makes you want to dance?

Songs that you can play that you just can’t help yourself but dance to include “One More Time” by Daft Punk, “Twist and Shout” by the Beatles, “Groove Is In the Heart” by Deee-Lite, and “Dancing Queen” by ABBA.

Rock Party Songs

3 am – Matchbox Twenty
1996, Rock

Africa – Toto
1982, Rock

American Pie – Don McLean
1971, Rock

Back In Black – AC/DC
1980, Rock

Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen
1975, Rock

Come and Get Your Love – Redbone
1974, Rock

Come Out and Play – The Offspring
1994, Rock

Dancing in the Moonlight – King Harvest
1972, Rock

Don’t Stop Me Now – Queen
1978, Rock

Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey
1981, Rock

Everything I Own – Bread
1972, Rock

Footloose – Kenny Loggins
1984, Rock

good 4 u – Olivia Rodrigo
2021, Rock

Margaritaville – Jimmy Buffett
1977, Rock

Mr. Brightside – The Killers
2003, Rock

Piano Man – Billy Joel
1973, Rock

Send Me On My Way – Rusted Root
1994, Rock

Sharp Dressed Man – ZZ Top
1983, Rock

Smells Like Teen Spirit – Nirvana
1991, Rock

Smooth – Santana Feat. Rob Thomas
1999, Rock

Sweet Child O’ Mine – Guns N’ Roses
1988, Rock

Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd
1974, Rock

Thunderstruck – AC/DC
1990, Rock

Times Like These – Foo Fighters
2002, Rock

Tubthumping – Chumbawamba
1997, Rock

Two Princes – Spin Doctors
1991, Rock

Walking in Memphis – Marc Cohn
2005, Rock

What’s Up? – 4 Non Blondes
1993, Rock

Your Love – The Outfield
1986, Rock

What is the best song to start a dance party?

The best song to start a party sets the mood and creates fun and hype. Popular party starter songs include “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas, “Can’t Stop The Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake, and “Timber” by Pitbull feat. Kesha.

Country Party Songs

Cold Beer Calling My Name – Jameson Rodgers feat. Luke Combs
2020, Country

Copperhead Road – Steve Earle
1988, Country

Family Tradition – Hank Williams, Jr.
1979, Country

Famous Friends – Chris Young & Kane Brown
2020, Country

Fancy Like – Walker Hayes, Kesha
2021, Country

I Was On a Boat That Day – Old Dominion
2021, Country

Life is a Highway – Rascal Flatts
2006, Country

Lil Bit – Nelly & Florida Georgia Line
2020, Country

Neon Moon – Brooks & Dunn
1991, Country

Old Love Song – Zac Brown Band
2021, Country

Old Town Road (Remix) – Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray Cyrus
2019, Country

Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash
1963, Country

Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver
1971, Country

The Git Up – Blanco Brown
2019, Country

Wagon Wheel – Darius Rucker
2013, Country

What is a good song to end a party?

The best song to end a party is one that fills the dance floor to cap the night. The final song could be a slow song because everyone is tired from dancing like “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes.  The last song could also be a fast song to end on a high note such as “Mr. Brightside by The Killers. See our list of last dance songs.

R&B Party Songs

1999 – Prince
1982, R&B

Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
1982, R&B

Blinding Lights – The Weeknd
2019, R&B

Crazy In Love – Beyonce feat. Jay-Z
2003, R&B

Fantasy – Mariah Carey
1995, R&B

Have Mercy – Chlöe
2021, R&B

I Got You (I Feel Good) – James Brown
1965, R&B

Just Fine – Mary J. Blige
2007, R&B

Kiss Me More – Doja Cat feat. SZA
2021, R&B

Leave The Door Open – Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic
2021, R&B

Never Too Much – Luther Vandross
1981, R&B

No Scrubs – TLC
1999, R&B

OMG – Usher feat. Will.I.Am
2010, R&B

Pony – Ginuwine
1996, R&B

Respect – Aretha Franklin
1965, R&B

Rock Steady – The Whispers
1987, R&B

Say So – Doja Cat
2019, R&B

Shout, Pts. 1 & 2 – The Isley Brothers
1959, R&B

Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours) – Stevie Wonder
1970, R&B

Skate – Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic
2021, R&B

Take My Breath – The Weeknd
2021, R&B

Yeah – Usher
2004, R&B

What are the popular dance craze songs trending on TikTok?

Some of the popular songs trending on TikTok to include on your party playlist include “Do It To It” by ACRAZE and Cherish, “Lost” by Frank Ocean, “I Love You So” by The Walters, and “Rasputin” by Majestic and Boney M.

Disco Party Songs

Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now – McFadden & Whitehead
1979, Disco

Celebration – Kool and The Gang
1980, Disco

Dancing Queen – ABBA
1976, Disco

Funkytown – Lipps Inc.
1979, Disco

I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
1978, Disco

Last Dance – Donna Summer
1978, Disco

Let’s Groove – Earth Wind & Fire
1981, Disco

Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry
1976, Disco

September – Earth, Wind & Fire
1978, Disco

Y.M.C.A. – Village People
1978, Disco

You Should Be Dancing – Bee Gees
1976, Disco

Do party songs have to fit the wedding theme?

In short, no. Your wedding reception is about having fun. You can get your groove on to “Shook Me All Night Long” in a tux. No worries. Though, you may want to bring more comfortable shoes or just dance barefoot. However, not every party song will fit the theme of every wedding.

No wedding is complete without music. Everyone will remember the ambiance and dancing at your wedding reception. Guests will also remember whether or not he or she had a good time. (Remember, they bought you really nice gifts. You want them to think it was worth it.) In fact, songs are the most important essence that adds flavor to the wedding. Getting down on the dance floor is the best way to express one’s enjoyment.

Alternative Party Songs

Ain’t No Rest for the Wicked – Cage The Elephant
2008, Alternative

bad guy – Billie Eilish
2019, Alternative

Centuries – Fall Out Boy
2014, Alternative

Dance Monkey – Tones And I
2019, Alternative

Dear Maria, Count Me In – All Time Low
2007, Alternative

Ex’s & Oh’s – Elle King
2014, Alternative

HandClap – Fitz & The Tantrums
2016, Alternative

Heat Waves – Glass Animals
2020, Alternative

High Hopes – Panic! At The Disco
2018, Alternative

Meet Me At Our Spot – THE ANXIETY & WILLOW & Tyler Cole
2020, Alternative

My Universe – Coldplay x BTS
2021, Alternative

On Top Of The World – Imagine Dragons
2012, Alternative

Ride – twenty one pilots
2015, Alternative

Seven Nation Army – The White Stripes
2003, Alternative

Shut Up And Dance – Walk The Moon
2014, Alternative

Someone To You – BANNERS
2017, Alternative

Welcome To The Black Parade – My Chemical Romance
2006, Alternative

What about corny songs at my reception?

Hey, kids love the chicken dance. No matter how lame it seems during the planning phase, you’ll be surprised at what happens at the moment. People will participate if the wedding couple does, too. If the style of a wedding is black tie and located in a classy venue, there is no reason not to have the limbo dance if the wedding couple wants to start it!

Latin Party Songs

Bidi Bidi Bom Bom – Selena
1994, Latin

Conga – Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine
1985, Latin

Danza Kuduro – Don Omar feat. Lucenzo
2010, Latin

Despacito – Luis Fonsi featuring Daddy Yankee
2017, Latin

Don’t Go Yet – Camila Cabello
2021, Latin

Gasolina – Daddy Yankee
2010, Latin

Livin’ la Vida Loca – Ricky Martin
1999, Latin

Mi Gente – J Balvin & Willy William
2017, Latin

MIA – Bad Bunny feat. Drake
2018, Latin

Pepas – Farruko
2021, Latin

Suavemente – Elvis Crespo
1998, Latin

Vivir Mi Vida – Marc Anthony
2013, Latin

EDM/Dance Party Songs

Don’t Be Shy – Tiësto & KAROL G
2021, EDM/Dance

Don’t You Worry Child – Swedish House Mafia feat. John Martin
2012, EDM/Dance

Happier – Marshmello & Bastille
2018, Dance

Jerusalema – Master KG, Nomcebo Zikode
2019, EDM/Dance

One More Time – Daft Punk
2000, EDM/Dance

Titanium – David Guetta Feat. Sia
2011, EDM/Dance

Wake Me Up – Avicii
2013, EDM/Dance

Without You – David Guetta Feat. Usher
2011, EDM/Dance

Folk Party Songs

Ho Hey – The Lumineers
2013, Folk

Home – Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
2009, Folk

How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) – James Taylor
1975, Folk

Wagon Wheel – Old Crow Medicine Show
2004, Folk

You Are the Best Thing – Ray LaMontagne
2008, Folk

Reggae Party Songs

Bam Bam – Sister Nancy
1993, Reggae

Here Comes the Hotstepper – Ini Kamoze
1995, Reggae

I Can See Clearly Now – Jimmy Cliff
1972, Reggae

Three Little Birds – Bob Marley
1977, Reggae

Christian Party Songs

Child Of Love – We The Kingdom
2020, Christian

House Of The Lord – Phil Wickham
2021, Christian

RELATE – for KING & COUNTRY
2021, Christian

When You Speak – Jeremy Camp
2021, Christian

Yes He Can – Cain
2021, Christian

Slow Song Party Songs

(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You – UB40
1993, Reggae

A Thousand Years – Christina Perri
2011, Pop

All Of Me – John Legend
2013, R&B

Bloom – The Paper Kites
2010, Folk

Butterflies – MAX & Ali Gatie
2021, Pop

Chasing Cars – Snow Patrol
2006, Alternative

Fell In Love – LeVelle feat. Anthony Hamilton
2021, R&B

I Cross My Heart – George Strait
1992, Country

I GUESS I’M IN LOVE – Clinton Kane
2021, Alternative

My Girl – The Temptations
1964, R&B

Nobody But You – Blake Shelton with Gwen Stefani
2020, Country

Perfect – Ed Sheeran
2017, Pop

Speechless – Dan + Shay
2018, Country

Unchained Melody – The Righteous Brothers
1965, Pop

When You Say Nothing At All – Alison Krauss and Union Station
1994, Folk

Why do people get on the dance floor?

People get on the dance floor when they hear their song! You’ll often see their demeanor completely change and they get up, often recruiting others, proclaiming “This is my jam, y’all!” A good backbeat or trap beat is irresistible.

Beyond the beat, the music is personal. It evokes memories. The lyrics speak to our souls. This is why your crazy aunt dances to “Dancing Queen” by ABBA. She relates to it.

How do you do a party without a DJ?

One thing to consider when not having a DJ playing music at your party is the quality of the Internet bandwidth. You do not want the music to stop due to lag time or even worst not be able to play due to a lack of Internet access. You can read my complete article on Roling Stone – Is Streaming Music Killing the Wedding DJ?

Next, create a playlist on Spotify in the order you wish them played. Don’t forget about slow songs too for couples! Next, get a paid subscription so that you do not hear ads. Lastly, turn on the feature to blend the songs together within the Spotify settings.

Similar song lists for further reading:

• Line dance songs
• Limbo songs
• Oldies songs

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