Are you considering using 1970s songs at your wedding? There are so many great genres and hits to choose from and I am sharing the popular songs from the 70s that I have played.

Quick Tips

When picking out 1970s songs for your wedding, you must consider the following 3 factors:

1. What is the tempo of the song to determine the style of dance?
2. What is the meaning of the song and is it appropriate for your wedding?
3. Does the song’s genre match the theme of your wedding?

As an experienced wedding DJ, I’ve assembled a list of popular 1970s songs to get people on the dance floor and for romance at your wedding!

Trending 1970s Wedding Songs

“Dancing Queen” by ABBA
“September” by Earth, Wind & Fire
“We Are Family” by Sister Sledge
“Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours” by Stevie Wonder
“Play That Funky Music” by Wild Cherry
“Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen
“Sweet Home Alabama” by Lynyrd Skynyrd
“Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver
“Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees
“Y.M.C.A.” by the Villiage People
“Doon’t Stop Me Now” by Queen
“This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” by Natalie Cole
“Dancing In The Moonlight” by King Harvest
“How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by James Taylor
“Piano Man” by Billy Joel
“Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough” by Michael Jackson
“Wonderful Tonight” by Eric Clapton
“Hooked On A Feeling” by Blue Swede
“Come And Get Your Love” by Redbone
“Brick House” by Commodores

Song Ideas by Vibe

Romantic Slow Dances

If you are looking for a slow dance from the 70s, these classic love songs will bring the couples in attendance to the dance floor.

Always & Forever – Heatwave
Babe – Styx
Crazy Love – Poco
Dream Weaver – Gary Wright
Fooled Around And Fell In Love – Elvin Bishop
Imagine – John Lennon
I’ll Be There – The Jackson 5
Just My Imagination – The Temptations
Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gaye
Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
Lean On Me – Bill Withers
Stairway To Heaven – Led Zeppelin
Still The One – Orleans
Three Times A Lady – Commodores
Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton
You Are The Sunshine Of My Life – Stevie Wonder
Your Song – Elton John

Upbeat Dance Hits

It’s time to party at your reception. These proven party hits will get everyone dancing.

Dancing Queen – ABBA
December, 1963 (Oh, What A Night!) – Four Seasons
Disco Inferno – The Trammps
Get Down Tonight – KC & The Sunshine Band
Funkytown – Lipps. Inc.
Le Freak – Chic
Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry
Rock With You – Michael Jackson
September – Earth, Wind & Fire
Stayin’ Alive – Bee Gees
Y.M.C.A. – Village People
We Are Family – Sister Sledge
You’re The One That I Want – Travolta & Newton-John

Classic Rock & Roll

The 70s were known for some of the greatest rock songs of all time. These songs will up the energy at your reception.

All Right Now – Free
American Pie – Don McLean
Bad, Bad Leroy Brown – Jim Croce
Brown Sugar – The Rolling Stones
Crocodile Rock – Elton John
Hotel California – The Eagles
Old Time Rock & Roll – Bob Seger
Reelin’ In The Years – Steely Dan
Stuck In The Middle With You – Stealers Wheel
Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd
The Boys Are Back In Town – Thin Lizzy
Walk This Way – Aerosmith
You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet – BTO

Soul & Funk Grooves

Don’t leave out these timeless classics whether for a dance hit or getting guests excited to party early in the reception.

Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe – Barry White
Brick House – Commodores
Get Ready – Rare Earth
Good Times – Chic
I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
Lady Marmalade – Labelle
Low Rider – War
Love Train – The O’Jays
Superstition – Stevie Wonder
You Sexy Thing – Hot Chocolate

Fun & Quirky Tracks

Sometimes the most unexpected song at a reception can bring the most joy from your family and friends. Try these out at the right moment.

Bang A Gong (Get It On) – T. Rex
Happy Days – Pratt & McClain
I Think I Love You – The Partridge Family
Kung Fu Fighting – Carl Douglas
Margaritaville – Jimmy Buffett
My Sharona – The Knack
Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye – Steam
Rhinestone Cowboy – Glen Campbell
Rock And Roll All Nite – Kiss
Saturday Night – Bay City Rollers
Spirit In The Sky – Norman Greenbaum
Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver
The Hustle – Van McCoy
The Loco-Motion – Grand Funk Railroad
Werewolves Of London – Warren Zevon
What I Like About You – The Romantics
Thank God I’m A Country Boy – John Denver

Dramatic & Storytelling Songs

These songs will have guests singing along in joy and happiness.

Fire And Rain – James Taylor
Midnight Train To Georgia – Gladys Knight & The Pips
Papa Was A Rollin’ Stone – The Temptations
Paradise By The Dashboard Light – Meat Loaf
The Joker – Steve Miller Band
The Most Beautiful Girl – Charlie Rich
We Are The Champions – Queen

Do you have a favorite 1970s wedding song that isn’t on my list? Please share it in the comments. I read and respond to all comments.

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