Stepmom & Stepson Songs For A Dance or Dedication
A wedding couple may want to have a special dance for the groom and his stepmom.
A stepmom and stepson dance does arise when the groom’s mother has passed away and his dad has a new girlfriend or wife. The stepmom may have filled the shoes of the son’s biological mother too.
You may even consider the songs below for even a mother figure in your life for a special dance or dedication.
Stepmom & Stepson Wedding Songs
If you want to have a special dance or dedication with your Mom, see our list of mother and son wedding songs.
Songs About Stepparents
Blended Family (What You Do For Love) – Alicia Keys feat. A$AP Rocky
Released in 2016, Genre: R&B
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
I think it’s, my real my true love
‘Cause you’re my baby, rejoice daily
I believe love could bring us closer than blood
Step by Step – Brandon Davis
Released in 2021, Genre: Country
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Call it stepping up or stepping in
But step by step my world went spinning
Around that little heart and angel face
Step Mom – Catie Turner
Released in 2022, Genre: Singer-Songwriter
(Depending on your relationship, this could be comical or inappropriate)
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
I’m gonna steal your dad
Be the best he ever had
Send your mom home crying ’cause he couldn’t keep his promise
My Boy – Elvie Shane
Released in 2021, Genre: Country
(The song talks about a stepdad and stepson)
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Yeah, he’s my son and that’s my choice
He ain’t my blood, but he’s my, he’s my boy
He Didn’t Have To Be – Brad Paisley
Released in 1999, Genre: Country
(The song talks about a stepdad and stepson)
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Looking back, all I can say about all the things he did for me
Is, I hope I’m at least half the dad that he didn’t have to be
To highlight a relationship between a dad and son, see our list of father and son wedding songs.
Wishing Your Stepson The Best
If a stepmom wants to send well wishes to the newlyweds with a song, listen to these selections.
Humble And Kind – Tim McGraw
Released in 2016, Genre: Country
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
When the work you put in is realized
Let yourself feel the pride
But always stay humble and kind
My Wish – Rascal Flatts
Released in 2006, Genre: Country
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
My wish for you
Is that this life becomes all that you want it to
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small
I Hope You Dance – Lee Ann Womack
Released in 2000, Genre: Country
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance
You’ll Be in My Heart – Brent Morgan
Released in 2021, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
No matter what they say
Yes, you’ll be in my heart
Always
We have 3 song lists for a daughter and her parents. See our lists:
- Father and daughter wedding songs
- Mother and daughter wedding songs for a special bond
- Stepdad and stepdaughter wedding songs.
Songs About Being There
Songs about being there if you ever need me is a special song dedication from a stepmom to her stepson.
Call My Name – Lukas Graham
Released in 2021, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Don’t matter when or where
Just know that I’ll be right there
Call my name
One Call Away – Charlie Puth
Released in 2016, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
I’ll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I’m only one call away
Count On Me – Bruno Mars
Released in 2010, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
You can count on me like one, two, three
I’ll be there
I’ll Stand By You – The Pretenders
Released in 1994, Genre: Rock
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
I’ll stand by you
Won’t let nobody hurt you
I’ll stand by you
Lean On Me – Bill Withers
Released in 1972, Genre: R&B
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Lean on me
When you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on
I’ll Be There – Jackson 5
Released in 1970, Genre: R&B
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
I’ll be there with a love that’s strong
I’ll be your strength, I’ll keep holding on
(Holdin’ on, holdin’ on, holdin’ on) Yes, I will, yes, I will
What about siblings? See our songs lists of songs for a sister bond, songs for a brother bond, and fun songs about sisters and brothers.
Songs About Sons Growing Up
Songs that talk about a parent watching and loving their son grow up. The songs are not talking about a love between a mother and son but rather more generic.
Tough Little Boys – Gary Allan
Released in 2003, Genre: Country
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Well I know one day, I’ll give you away
And I’m gonna to stand there and smile
Slow Down – Nichole Nordeman
Released in 2017, Genre: Christian
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Let’s make it last a little while
I pointed to the sky and now you wanna fly
I am your biggest fan
I hope you know I am
Boy – Caleb + Kelsey
Released in 2019, Genre: Christian
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
You’re gonna drop the ball
Hit the wall
And break some hearts like glass
I know you will, ’cause you’re a part of me
And a part of you will always be a boy
If you want to have a special dance with your mother-in-law, see our list of son-in-law and mother-in-law songs.
Songs About Loving Stepmother-Son Relationship
If the stepmom and stepson had a loving relationship, consider these songs.
I Love This Dance – Caleb Beachy
Released in 2022, Genre: Rock
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Through the ups and the downs (yeah)
You’ve always been around
You’re my biggest fan that why
I love this Dance
The Perfect Fan – Backstreet Boys
Released in 1999, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
You showed me
Just how to walk without your hands
‘Cause mom you always were
The perfect fan
Mama’s Boy – Ryan Griffin
Released in 2021, Genre: Country
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
You don’t hold nothing back
And you love with all you have
I know you wanna be just like me
But thank God your heart’s like your mama’s
I Love You Mom – Jackson Nance
Released in 2022, Genre: Country
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
Don’t think for a single second I forgot
That you’re the best gift that I’ve ever got from god
I love you mom
Gender-inclusive Songs
Nongender-specific songs to choose for a special moment at your wedding reception for a stepmom.
Forever Now – Michael Bublé
Released in 2018, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
No matter what you do
I’m forever proud of you
I love you forever now
No Matter What – Calum Scott
Released in 2018, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
She wrapped her arms around me
Said, “Don’t try to be what you’re not
‘Cause I love you no matter what”
Everything – Matthew John
Released in 2018, Genre: Pop
Most Meaningful Lyrics:
You taught me everything
How to tell what’s wrong from right
You gave me everything
Made me who I am inside
Stepmom Songs to Skip
Be sure to listen and know the lyrics of the songs. This is really important. Many songs listed on stepmom song lists are about a relationship between a loving couple and not a parent figure and a child relationship.
- “Through The Years” by Kenny Rogers
- “How Long Will I Love You” by Ellie Goulding
- “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
Select a song that fits your relationship. If you are performing a dance consider 1) the tempo of the song – do you want a fun uptempo song or slow dance and 2) the length of the song – a DJ can mix a shorter version if you don’t wish to dance the complete three to four minutes.
Last and most important – if there is a special song that makes each of you think of the other, play that song for special meaning! Everyone will “get it” who knows you?
Music Sources:
- DJs’ Playlists
- Couples’ Playlists
- DJ Event Planner
- DJ Intelligence
- Amazon Best Sellers
- Billboard
- Spotify
