The Bouquet Toss: Setting the Stage for Fun

The bouquet toss is a high-energy tradition where the bride tosses her bouquet to a group of single women, with the legend that whoever catches it is the next to marry. To make this moment work, you need a song that is recognizable, upbeat, and perhaps a little cheeky.

• The Icons: Songs that have become synonymous with the bouquet toss.
• Competitive Hits: High-energy tracks for a group that will “do whatever it takes” to catch the flowers.
• Empowerment Anthems: Tracks that celebrate women ruling the world and looking good doing it.

The “All-Time” Classics

• The Definitive Choice: “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” – Beyoncé. The absolute gold standard. If you don’t know what to play, play this. It is the #1 requested bouquet toss song for a reason.
• Fun & Retro: “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” – Cyndi Lauper. A timeless anthem that immediately signals to your guests that it’s time to let loose.
• Disco Energy: “It’s Raining Men” – The Weather Girls. A playful, high-energy track that works perfectly for the moment the bouquet is in the air.
• The “Next in Line” Vibe: “Marry You” – Bruno Mars. A sweeter, more modern take that leans into the “who’s next” tradition.

Competitive & “Go For It” Tracks

• The Battle Anthem: “Another One Bites The Dust” – Queen. Perfect if you have a very competitive group of friends who will be diving for those flowers.
• The Direct Approach: “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” – Pat Benatar. A fun, high-energy rock track that encourages guests to give it their all.
• ** Cheeky & Aggressive:** “Move Bh” – Ludacris.* A “DJ favorite” for a fun, rowdy crowd that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
• The Hunt: “One Way Or Another” – Blondie. A classic high-tempo track that captures the energy of “hunting” down the bouquet.

Empowerment & “Girl Gang” Anthems

• Ruling the World: “Run the World (Girls)” – Beyoncé. A powerhouse track to make every woman on the dance floor feel like royalty.
• The “Bestie” Celebration: “7 Rings” – Ariana Grande. A modern anthem about female friendship and success—perfect for a group of close friends.
• The Confident Vibe: “Good as Hell” – Lizzo. A track that focuses on self-love and confidence, ensuring every guest leaves the floor feeling great.
• Country Girl Energy: “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” – Shania Twain. A mandatory sing-along for any country-influenced wedding.

DJ Expert Tips: Mastering the Toss

• The Fake-Out: Have your DJ play a few seconds of a slow, romantic song to get the ladies in position, then “scratch” into a high-energy anthem like “Single Ladies” for the actual toss.
• The Timing: Don’t let the song play too long before the toss. Get the ladies out, play the high-energy chorus, and toss on a specific count (1, 2, 3!) to maximize the excitement.
• Keeping the Bouquet: If you want to keep your actual bouquet, have a “toss bouquet” ready. This is usually a smaller, sturdier version provided by your florist.

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Bouquet Toss Songs by Theme

All About The Girls

A list of songs that put girls in the spotlight and on a pedestal.

• Ayy Ladies – Travis Porter feat. Tyga
• Bad Girls – Donna Summer
• California Gurls – Katy Perry
• Da Girls – Ciara
• Fly Girl – FLO, Missy Elliott
• Girl On Fire – Alicia Keys
• Girls – Rita Ora feat. Cardi B, Bebe Rexha & Charli XCX
• Girls Got Rhythm – AC/DC
• Girls, Girls, Girls – Motley Crue
• Grrrls – Lizzo
• Hollaback Girl – Gwen Stefani
• I’m a Lady – Meghan Trainor
• Just A Girl – No Doubt
• Luck Be A Lady – Frank Sinatra
• Lucky Girl – Carlina
• Only Girl In The World – Rihanna
• Single White Female – Chely Wright
• THE GIRLS (BLACKPINK THE GAME OST) – BLACKPINK
• This One’s For The Girls – Martina McBride
• Uptown Girl – Billy Joel
• Where My Girls At – 702
• Where the Country Girls At – Trace Adkins, Luke Bryan & Pitbull
• Where Them Girls At – David Guetta ft. Nicki Minaj, Flo Rida

It’s About To Go Down

If you know your besties and that they are very competitive and will do whatever it takes to catch the bouquet – these songs can highlight the moment.

• Another One Bites The Dust – Queen
• Eye Of The Tiger – Survivor
• Girlfight – Brooke Valentine
• Hit Me With Your Best Shot – Pat Benatar
• Love Is A Battlefield – Pat Benatar
• Move B***h – Ludacris
• One Way Or Another – Blondie
• Throwin’ Elbows – Excision & Space Laces

Flaunt What God Gave You

These songs are for the women and girls trying to make a statement with how good they look too at your wedding.

• Applause – Lady Gaga
• Been Like This – Meghan Trainor, T-Pain
• Dangerous – Kardinal Offishall, Akon
• Don’t Cha – Pussycat Dolls ft. Busta Rhymes
• Fancy – Iggy Azalea feat. Charli XCX
• Glamorous – Fergie feat. Ludacris
• Good as Hell – Lizzo
• Milkshake – Kelis
• My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It) – En Vogue
• Oh, Pretty Woman – Roy Orbison
• Pressure – Ari Lennox
• Pretty Girl Rock – Keri Hilson
• Pretty Girls – Britney Spears & Iggy Azalea
• Sexy Chick – David Guetta with Akon
• Worth It – Fifth Harmony feat. Kid Ink
• Yo Perreo Sola – Bad Bunny
• You Sexy Thing – Hot Chocolate

Women Rule The World

A list of songs celebrating women ruling the world!

• Badass Woman – Meghan Trainor
• Bang Bang – Jessie J, Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj
• Can’t Hold Us Down – Christina Aguilera
• Formation – Beyonce
• Girl Gang – Gin Wigmore
• Independent Women – Destiny’s Child
• Lady Marmalade – Christina Aguilera & Friends
• Man! I Feel Like A Woman – Shania Twain
• Not Tonight (Remix) – Lil’ Kim
• Powerful Women – Pitbull, Dolly Parton
• Respect – Aretha Franklin
• Run The World (Girls) – Beyoncé
• WOMAN’S WORLD – Katy Perry

Having a Good Time

A list of songs for a fun and exciting bouquet toss moment during your reception.

• Crazy Angels – Carrie Underwood
• Date With The Night – Yeah Yeah Yeahs
• Girls Just Want to Have Fun – Cyndi Lauper
• Girls Night Out – Charli XCX
• I’m Coming Out – Diana Ross
• It’s Raining Men – The Weather Girls
• Jumpin’ Jumpin’ – Destiny’s Child
• Ladies Night – Kool & The Gang
• Let’s Get Loud – Jennifer Lopez
• Pink Friday Girls – Nicki Minaj
• Wannabe – Spice Girls

Your BFFs

Songs that celebrate your best friends at your wedding, who just happen to be female too.

• Bridesmaids – Kylie Morgan
• Bridesmaids – Tyra Madison
• 7 Rings – Ariana Grande
• Best Friend – Shania Twain
• That’s My Girl – Fifth Harmony

It’s My Turn

As tradition goes, the one who catches the bouquet is the next one to marry. These songs signify that they will find someone to spend the rest of their lives with.

• 2 Be Loved (Am I Ready) – Lizzo
• About Damn Time – Lizzo
• Any Man of Mine – Shania Twain
• Call Me Maybe – Carly Rae Jepsen
• CUFF IT – Beyonce
• Dancing Queen – ABBA
• Dear Future Husband – Meghan Trainor
• Dog Days Are Over – Florence + The Machine
• Ex’s & Oh’s – Elle King
• Flowers – Miley Cyrus
• Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight) – ABBA
• I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me) – Whitney Houston
• I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
• Love On Top – Beyonce
• Marry You – Bruno Mars
• Mr Right – Mae Stephens and Meghan Trainor
• One Less Lonely Girl – Justin Bieber
• Paper Rings – Taylor Swift
• Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) – Beyoncé

DJs! Plan a Bouquet Toss Song by BPM and Key

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*BPM and key pulled from SongData.io

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