2001 wedding songs include meaningful ballads, hymns, and modern spiritual reflections of love that is pure.
Artists such as Steven Curtis Chapman, Jim Brickman, and Enrique Iglesias brought perfection to a year that was filled with songs to use on your special day.
2001 Wedding Songs
Queen of My Heart – Westlife
Released in November 2001 on the album World of Our Own
Fewer boy bands were more popular than Westlife in the early 2000s, and this song from 2001 expresses simple devotion from a man to his beautiful new bride.
Special song dedications to the bride are often overlooked, so have this one put on the reception playlist just for her.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
And all of our tears will be lost in the rain When I found my way back to your arms again But until that day, you know you are The Queen of my heart
Hero – Enrique Iglesias
Released in August 2001 on the album Escape
Enrique Iglesias scored his biggest hit of the decade with this powerful love ballad from 2001, a song that grooms will want to share with their new spouse on their wedding day.
It is a song that affirms a man’s desire to be everything to his bride, and that he will go to any length to make her happy for years to come.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
I can be your hero, baby I can kiss away the pain I will stand by you forever
Simple Things – Jim Brickman
Released in August 2001 on the album Simple Things
Pianist Jim Brickman found appeal in the 2000s with both mainstream and Christian audiences thanks to songs like this one, a collaboration with Rebecca Lynn Howard.
Brickman’s songs make great choices for those couples who want an alternative to the traditional bridal march.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
Put my heart In your hands Out of all the moments that we leave behind Turn around and tell me baby We’ll remember
Perfect World – Peter Cetera
Released in March 2001 on the album Another Perfect World
Peter Cetera sings about creating a perfect existence with a special partner in this hit from 2001. Every married couple enters the wedding day clinging to the promise of a perfect world, and this song reinforces the commitment of newlyweds to make each day better than the last.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
I’m as happy as i’ve ever been One thing makes it all so clear It’s a perfect world as long as you’re there
Two People Fell in Love – Brad Paisley
Released in March 2001 on the album Part II
Brad Paisley has established himself as one of the most talented songwriters of this generation, and this song from the early days of his career has the emotional lyrics that Paisley is known for.
It is very useful for couples who want depth and meaning in every song chosen for their wedding day.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
The world’s a better place for all he’s done It’s funny when you think about the reason he’s alive Is all because two people fell in love
Blessed – Martina McBride
Released in October 2001 on the album Greatest Hits
There is a subtle spiritual element to this 2001 hit from country artist Martina McBride, a song that celebrates the blessing of love everlasting.
It should be given a place of honor in your wedding, perhaps as an interlude that precedes the lighting of your unity candles.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
To be here with the ones that love me To love them so much it hurts I have been blessed
The Luckiest – Ben Folds
Released in September 2001 on the album Rockin’ the Suburbs
This was one of the few hits for Ben Folds, and it often finds its way into the wedding ceremonies of kids who grew up during the early 2000s.
“The Luckiest” is a song that conveys a sense of gratitude that you and your partner have found the greatest love of all.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
And in a white sea of eyes I see one pair that I recognize And I know That I am I am I am The luckiest
Standing Still – Jewel
Released in October 2001 on the album This Way
Jewel’s “Standing Still” is the kind of emotional ballad that taps into all the sentiment that is present on your wedding day. It has a nice melody that makes it suitable for a first dance, but the lyrics also inspire couples to use it in their wedding processionals and recessionals.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
Do you need me, like I need you to And do you want me, like i want you Are you passing me by or am I standing still
There Must Be an Angel (Playing With My Heart) – No Angels
Released in August 2001 on the album Elle’ments
No Angels covered this tune originally done by Annie Lennox, and their version finds its way into modern wedding receptions as a dance tune.
On your wedding day it is easy to imagine that divine forces had a hand in bringing you and your partner together, so use this song to let your guests know that a higher power was looking out for you.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
No one on earth could feel like this I’m thrown and overblown with bliss There must be an Angel Playing with my heart
Isn’t It Love? – Andrew Peterson
Released in 2014 on the album After All These Years
This song by Christian artist Andrew Peterson hits all the right notes for newlyweds who want to honor their faith with wedding song choices.
It presents romantic love as a gift from God, and it is a wholesome song to dance to if you want something that remains true to your spiritual values.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
When I think about that prodigal son I’ve got to smile when I see the old man run And I know that you love us the same ‘Cause the sun came up today
Make It Last Forever – Avalon
Released in May 2001 on the album Oxygen
Christian group Avalon released this song of love and faith in 2001, and it has become a wedding staple for spiritual couples today.
The song is tender enough that you can play it as your guests are seated, but it can also be included in the selection of reception music.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
Do you wanna fly There’s a higher higher Just this side of Heaven Brings you to your knees Brings you back to life You can make it last forever
I’m Already There – Lonestar
Released in March 2001 on the album I’m Already There
Lonestar sang about the longing that all couples experience during those wonderful days that precede a wedding, and the song also hints at promises of forever. It is most often used in weddings today as a first dance or as the final dance before the send-off.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
I’m your imaginary friend And I know I’m in your prayers Oh, I’m already there
Wrapped Up In You – Garth Brooks
Released in October 2001 on the album Scarecrow
The legendary Garth Brooks was still churning out hits in 2001, and this song draws on all the factors that made Brooks such a huge success.
It is a simple but profound declaration of love from one partner to another, and it is often played at weddings as the bridal party begins to take up their positions at the altar.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
No one in the world has ever done What you do for me and I’d be Sad and lonely if there were no you
Cinderella – Lionel Richie
Released in 2001 on the album Renaissance
Lionel Richie included this new song on an album of his classic hits in 2001, and it is perhaps one of the most underrated wedding songs of the decade.
The lyrics hint at the fairytale love affair that all brides long for, and the melody has a smooth vibe that works for processionals, reception dances, and much more.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
Come to me my Cinderella Straight to my wishing well and You’re the one I’ll always cherish
One Last Breath – Creed
Released in November 2001 on the album Weathered
Creed was riding high throughout most of 2001 thanks to this hit, a ballad that reflects how far one is willing to go to please the person they have chosen to be their spouse.
It can be used to create an emotional first dance between newlyweds, but it might also be played at the close of the festivities.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
I’m looking down now that it’s over Reflecting on all of my mistakes I thought I found the road to somewhere Somewhere in His grace
Psalm 112 – 4Him
Released in October 2001 on the album Walk On
This song by 4Him is taken directly from the text of the Bible, and it affirms the new couple’s dedication to their Christian faith.
Hymns done in a modern style are very appropriate for the formal wedding ceremony, and this one should be used before the vows are recited.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
I guess that we all gamble on some Truth to guide our days And we trust that it will bring us joy and meaning On the way
This Day – Steven Curtis Chapman
Released in September 2001 on the album Declaration
Steven Curtis Chapman scored another gospel hit with this uplifting tune that offers praise for the blessings in life. It is a wedding song for those couples who want everyone in attendance to know that God has blessed the marriage of two people who were meant to find each other.
Lyrics To Inspire You:
This day all His mercies are new This day every promise is true Father, help me to believe Give me faith I need to know You And trust You this day
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