Katy Perry is synonymous with “The Party.” With more number-one hits than almost any modern artist, her discography is a goldmine for high-energy wedding moments. From the nostalgic vibes of “Teenage Dream” to the stadium-status power of “Firework,” Katy Perry’s music is designed to make your guests feel invincible and keep the dance floor packed from start to finish.

High-Octane Energy: Perfect for grand entrances, bouquet tosses, and peak-hour dancing.
Modern Romance: Features sincere ballads that capture the vulnerability of “walking down the aisle.”
Visual Soundtracks: Songs that feel “cinematic,” making them ideal for wedding videos and grand exits.

Emotional Ceremonies & Bold Processionals

The “I Do” Ballad: “Never Worn White.” A rare, vulnerable side of Katy. This track was literally written for her own journey to the altar, making it an elite choice for a bridal processional.
Unconditional Vows: “Unconditionally.” A powerful, soaring anthem about loving someone through the “bad days and the good.” It’s a high-impact choice for a unity ceremony or a dramatic walk down the aisle.
Intimate Connection: “Who You Love” (with John Mayer). A soft, mid-tempo duet that celebrates the simple truth of falling in love—perfect for a pre-ceremony prelude or a seated moment of reflection.

High-Energy Tradition & Hype Moments

The “Champion” Bouquet Toss: “Roar.” The ultimate empowerment anthem. It’s the go-to choice for a high-energy bouquet toss that gets all the “single ladies” hyped up.
The Grand Entrance/Exit: “Firework.” If you want your entrance to feel like a Fourth of July finale, this is the song. It’s also the perfect track for a “Sparkler Send-off” or actual fireworks at the end of the night.
The “California Girl” Moment: “California Gurls” (feat. Snoop Dogg). A fun, sun-drenched choice for a West Coast wedding or a playful bouquet toss.
The Vegas Hit: “Waking Up In Vegas.” Getting hitched in the Wedding Capital of the World? This is your mandatory “Getting Ready” or “Grand Entrance” anthem.

Peak-Hour Dance Floor Fillers

The Ultimate Sing-Along: “Teenage Dream.” This track has a magical way of making everyone on the dance floor feel young and in love. It is a “must-play” for a high-energy reception set.
Modern Groove: “Feels” (Calvin Harris feat. Katy Perry, Pharrell, & Big Sean). A funky, mid-tempo track that works perfectly for a stylish cocktail hour or as a “bridge” to get people dancing after dinner.
The “Tough Love” Jam: “Hot N Cold.” An upbeat, high-energy floor filler that guests of all ages know by heart. It’s a great way to spike the energy if the dance floor is slowing down.
Sophisticated Pop: “Chained to the Rhythm” (feat. Skip Marley). A rhythmic, disco-influenced track that provides a “cool” backdrop for a modern reception or a trendy cocktail hour.

DJ Expert Tips: Mixing the Perry Spectacle

The “Firework” Drop: Timing is everything. Have your DJ coordinate with the photographer/videographer to ensure the “big chorus” of “Firework” hits exactly when the sparklers are lit or the couple enters the room.
Watch for Breakups: Avoid “Part of Me.” While it’s a great song, it’s a definitive breakup anthem that can kill the romantic vibe if played in the wrong context.
Seamless Pop Transitions: Katy Perry tracks mix flawlessly with Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna. Use her 120-128 BPM hits to maintain a steady, high-energy “club” atmosphere for the final hour of the night.

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Katy Perry Highest-Charting Billboard Hits

U.S.

#1 I Kissed a Girl, 2008
#1 California Gurls (featuring Snoop Dogg), 2010
#1 Teenage Dream, 2010
#1 Firework, 2010
#1 E.T. (featuring Kanye West), 2011
#1 Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.), 2011
#1 Part of Me, 2012
#1 Roar, 2013
#1 Dark Horse (featuring Juicy J), 2013
#2 Wide Awake, 2012
#3 Hot n Cold, 2008
#3 The One That Got Away, 2011
#4 Chained to the Rhythm (featuring Skip Marley), 2017
#9 Waking Up in Vegas, 2009

Wedding Songs List

Never Worn White
Released in 2020 on the album Never Worn White

Cause I’ve never worn white
But I wanna get it right
Yeah, I really wanna try with you

Chained to the Rhythm feat. Skip Marley
Released in 2017 on the album Witness

A mid-tempo song for dancing or background music during cocktail hour or dinner music.

Turn it up, it’s your favorite song
Dance, dance, dance to the distortion
Turn it up, keep it on repeat

Feels Calvin Harris, Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, and Big Sean
Released in 2017 on the album Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1

This is a great mid-tempo song that could fill dance floors with the right guests. If not, makes for a great cocktail hour or a dinner music song.

Don’t be afraid to catch feels
Ride drop top and chase thrills

Unconditionally
Released in 2013 on the album Prism

Consideration for your first dance song.

I’ll take your bad days with your good
Walk through the storm, I would
I do it all because I love you

Who You Love (with John Mayer)
Released in 2013 on the album Paradise Valley

Even though they are no longer a couple, it is still a great wedding love song.

But I’m not running anymore
Because I’ve fought against it hard enough to know
That you love, who you love

Roar
Released in 2013 on the album Prism

“Roar” would make a great bride’s bouquet toss for all the single ladies in attendance. It also makes a great getting dressed song for the bride too!

‘Cause I am a champion, and you’re gonna hear me roar
Louder, louder than a lion
‘Cause I am a champion

Firework
Released in 2010 on the album Teenage Dream

Whether you have a grand entrance or a grand exit, you can set off fireworks to this song.

You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July

Teenage Dream
Released in 2010 on the album Teenage Dream

If you are looking for a pop hit of Katy’s to fill the dance floor, this chart-topping hit will do the trick.

We can dance
Until we die
You and I
Will be young forever

California Gurls
Released in 2010 on the album Teenage Dream

If you are a California Girl, this is a perfect song for the bouquet toss. If not, it still makes for a party dance song.

To the golden coast
Once you party with us
You’ll be falling in love

I Kissed A Girl
Released in 2008 on the album One of the Boys

This song could be a unique wedding moment for two brides getting married.

It felt so wrong
It felt so right
Don’t mean I’m in love tonight
I kissed a girl and I liked it

Waking Up In Vegas
Released in 2008 on the album One of the Boys

A song about getting married in Las Vegas. So, if you are one of the many to get married in the wedding capital of the world then this song fits right in.