2009 Wedding Songs Because You Found Me

There is no shortage of beautiful love songs and ballads for your wedding when it comes to 2009. You can choose from artists such as Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, and Keith Urban when considering this list of the top 2009 wedding songs.

2009 Wedding Songs

Love Story – Taylor Swift

September 2008 carry over, Fearless

Taylor Swift was hitting all the right notes in her career when this song was released in 2009, and younger newlyweds like to use it for the formal parts of a wedding ceremony. The song offers a wide range of wedding uses, from processionals to recessionals and more.

Fallin’ For You – Colbie Caillat

June 2009, Breakthrough

There is a soulfulness to the vocals of Colbie Caillat, one that wraps this song in a sweet sense of devotion and commitment. All couples should include emotional songs in their wedding day music choices, and this one draws on romantic themes that are timeless.

You Found Me – The Fray

November 2008 carry over, The Fray

The Fray is an alternative rock band that gained success with this song and others in the 2000s, but “You Found Me” is one of the band’s few hits that is often chosen for weddings. It is best saved for reception dancing, but can also be used for the send-off and wedding toasts.

I Gotta Feeling – The Black Eyed Peas

June 2009, The E.N.D.

The Black Eyed Peas supplied some of the most popular dance music of the decade, and this smash hit is one all couples will want to add to their wedding reception playlist. It should be used to set the after-wedding festivities in motion and get everyone in a celebratory mood.

Never Far Away – Marc Walsh

June 22009, released as a single

Marc Walsh added this poignant song to his library of singles in 2009, and it is still a popular wedding day choice almost ten years later. It is a song that reflects the closeness that newlyweds share on their special day, and it can be the perfect dedication song from a groom to his bride.

Only You Can Love Me This Way – Keith Urban

June 2009, Defying Gravity

Keith Urban changed the country music landscape with songs like this 2009 hit, and the soft feel of this ballad is perfect for modern wedding ceremonies. Urban is a master at writing heartfelt lyrics that capture emotions, and this song makes a simple statement that no one can love you better than your new partner.

Love Your Love the Most – Eric Church

February 2009, Carolina

Eric Church puts a down-home spin on this country single from 2009, and the earthy nature of the lyrics will suit newlyweds that are all about country living. It should be played as an interlude to cutting the wedding cake or perhaps as a first dance between the new couple.

Gimmie That Girl – Joe Nichols

October 2009, Old Things New

The edgy vocals of country star Joe Nichols bring life to this fun song that grooms will want to play for their bride at the wedding reception. It is a song that sums up the special nature of the girl that one has chosen to become their forever partner.

A Woman Like You – Johnny Reid

January 2009, Dance with Me

All grooms want a special song to dedicate to their bride on your wedding day, and this one from Johnny Reid is a perfect choice. The lyrics are a celebration of all the things that make a bride special, so most couples like to use the song for a first dance.

Fight for This Love – Cheryl Cole

October 2009, 3 Words

Popstar Cheryl from the U.K. didn’t have many hits, but this one is still chosen for wedding ceremonies today thanks to its enduring appeal. The song marks how important it is to cling to the one you love through all the difficulties of life, and that is exactly the message that couples should present on your wedding day.

He Could Be the One – Miley Cyrus

June 2009, Hannah Montana 3

Miley Cyrus was still recording as Hannah Montana when she released this song in 2009, and it has appeal to younger couples that are saying their wedding vows. Brides like to save the song for the reception as a special dedication to their new partner, and it can also be used as an alternative wedding recessional.

More Beautiful You – Johnny Diaz

2009, More Beautiful You

Christian artist Johnny Diaz was at the top of the charts in 2009 with this ballad about inner beauty and faith. Most couples will use this song in their wedding as the bridal party is entering the wedding chapel, but it can also provide a beautiful interlude for the lighting of the unity candle.

Closer to Love – Mat Kearney

March 2009, City of Black & White

This 2009 pop song from Mat Kearney still receives generous airplay on radio and streaming services thanks to its timeless lyrics that celebrate a strong emotional bond. You will want to save the song for the first dance with your new partner, or perhaps it can even be used as a father/daughter dance.

No Greater Love – Matt Maher

September 2009, Alive Again
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Matt Maher released this modern Christian song in 2009, and it is a tune which draws upon the connection between marriage and spiritual values. Couples the have a strong commitment to their religious faith often use this song as a part of the wedding processional.

A Song for You – Whitney Houston

July 2009, I Look to You

Whitney Houston had one of the few voices that can truly be called legendary, and she used it beautifully on this cover of a Leon Russell classic in 2009. There are many moments in a wedding ceremony when you want to make a special dedication to your new spouse, and this song will serve that purpose like few others.

In the Hands of God – The Newsboys

May 2009, In the Hands of God

Some couples prefer to keep the music selections for their wedding spiritual in nature, and this song from the Christian band The Newsboys combines religious lyrics with a modern feel. It is a song that can be played to set a spiritual tone as your wedding guests are being seated.

All My Love – SS501

May 2009, All My Love

“All My Love” is an R&B song from 2009 that gained popularity as an Internet download, but the song has experienced lasting success as a wedding day ballad. Most couples prefer to use the song for dancing at the reception, but it can also be added to the songs that play as guests at the wedding begin to arrive.

As Love is My Witness – Westlife

2009, Where We Are
As Love is My Witness – Westlife

Boy band Westlife continued their success with this powerful declaration of eternal love, and the song pleases newlyweds that grew up with the music of the new millennium. Like many songs from Westlife, this one has a sentimentality that makes it suitable for many parts of the modern wedding ceremony.

If you have a favorite wedding song from 2009 not on our list, be sure to comment it below. Also check out our list of 2000s love songs and list of the best 2000s wedding songs.

Celebrating weddings of 2009. Where were you and what was happening?

If you were one of the weddings of 2009…

Congratulations on your wedding of 2009. You share your anniversary with the following events.

Celebrity Weddings of 2009

• Jenna Dewan wed Channing Tatum
• Fernando Torres married Olalla
• Adriana Lima married Marko Jaric
• Josh Duhamel wed Stacy Ferguson
• Gisele Bundchen married Tom Brady

News Highlights of 2009

• America’s Economic Crisis…unemployment
• The passing of Michael Jackson
• Susan Boyle singing “I Dreamed a Dream”
• “Twilight” book, DVD, and soundtrack release

2009 Sports Champions:

• The New York Yankees defeat the Philadelphia Phillies to win their 27th World Series championship.
• Super Bowl XLIII – Pittsburgh Steelers defeat the Arizona Cardinals 27-23.
• The Los Angeles Lakers defeat the Orlando Magic.
• Pittsburgh Penguins win the Stanley Cup defeating the Detroit Red Wings.

Music Highlights of 2009

• Grammy’s Song of 2009: Coldplay – Viva La Vida
• Owl City – Fireflies
• Jason Derulo – Watcha Say
• Flo Rida – Right Round
• Kelly Clarkson – My Life Would Suck Without You
• Kings of Leon – Use Somebody
• Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling
• Lady Gaga – Poker Face
• Iyaz – Replay
• Jay Sean – Down
• Taylor Swift – You Belong With Me
• Miley Cyrus – Party in the U.S.A.
• The All-American Rejects – Gives You Hell

Entertainment Highlights of 2009

• Best Picture: Slumdog Millionaire: Christian Colson
• Best Actor: Sean Penn – Milk
• Best Actress: Kate Winslet – The Reader

Top Television Shows:

• • Fringe, Dexter, Mad Men, The Mentalist, American Idol, Dancing With The Stars, Lost, Grey’s Anatomy, Friday Night Lights, The Office

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