Trace Adkins Love Songs for a Wedding Playlist

Since his debut in the mid-90s, Trace Adkins has become a staple of the country music scene. His ability to switch from high-energy line dance favorites to “tear-jerker” ballads makes his discography a goldmine for wedding planners. Whether you need a song for a parent dance or a unique processional, Trace’s voice brings a grounded, authentic feel to the occasion.

Essential Trace Adkins Wedding Moments

The “Lifelong Promise” First Dance: “The Rest of Mine” (1997). This is a standout for “eternal love.” In the lyrics, Trace promises that while he can’t swear he’ll be there for the rest of her life, he’ll love her for the rest of his. It’s a powerful alternative for a processional or a formal first dance.
The Sentimental Parent Dance: “You’re Gonna Miss This” (2007). As I highlight in my 2000s book, this song is a masterclass in perspective. It’s an emotional choice for a Father-Daughter dance, reminding everyone to cherish the present moment because these days go by fast.
The Line Dance Favorite: “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” (2005). No country wedding reception is complete without a floor-filler. This track is a “Donkey Kong” sized hit that gets guests of all ages moving and singing along.
The “I Learned From You” Tribute: “I Learned How To Love From You” (2008). This is a beautiful dedication from the bride to her parents. It works perfectly as family members are being seated or during a special moment of recognition for the couple’s role models.

Expert DJ Tips for a Trace Adkins Set

The “Just Fishin'” Father-Daughter Choice: If you want a Father-Daughter song that is less “formal” and more about “real-life memories,” “Just Fishin'” (2011) is a perfect choice. It focuses on the simple, everyday bond between a father and his daughter.
The Ceremony Alternative: For a sacred feel during the vows or unity ceremony, “The Altar Of Your Love” (2013) offers a place to “lay your burdens down” and focus entirely on the spiritual commitment of the day.
Renewing Vows? For older couples celebrating a milestone anniversary or vow renewal, “Still Love You” is a favorite. It reinforces the message that after all these years, you still choose the one you were meant to be with.
The High-Energy Groove: If the reception needs a boost of “cool,” “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing” (1996) brings that mid-90s country-soul vibe that gets people swaying and singing along without overthinking the steps.

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Trace Adkins Highest-Charting Billboard Hits

#1 (This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing, 1997
#1 Ladies Love Country Boys, 2006
#1 You’re Gonna Miss This, 2008
#2 I Left Something Turned On at Home, 1997
#2 Songs About Me, 2004
#2 Honky Tonk Badonkadonk, 2005
#3 Every Light in the House, 1996
#4 The Rest of Mine, 1997
#5 Hot Mama, 2003
#6 I’m Tryin’, 2001
#6 Just Fishin’, 2011
#9 Then They Do, 2003

Wedding Songs List

Kiss You All Over
Released in 2013 on the album Love Will…

Trace Adkins teamed up with country and pop music legends Exile to make this a top country hit, and it is a good choice for your wedding dance music. This is one of those songs that just seems to make everyone happy on the wedding day, so try to use it at the reception when everyone can be involved.

I love you, need you, oh babe
I wanna kiss you all over
And over again

The Altar of Your Love
Released in 2013 on the album Love Will…

Poignant songs are used to create special memories on a wedding day, and you should use this Trace Adkins song to create a moment that everyone will remember. Choose how you will use the song carefully, placing it somewhere during the actual parts of the wedding ceremony.

I was lost but now I’ve found
A place to lay my burdens down
At the altar of your love

That’s What You Get
Released in 2011 on the album Proud To Be Here

What every couple is hoping to get on their wedding day is a promise of lifelong commitment, and that is the message of this song. It is a lighthearted tune that works best when used as an accompaniment to the cutting of the wedding cake or the celebratory speeches.

That’s what you get for lovin’ me
Two strong arms and a heart that won’t stop for anything
The kind of man a woman needs

Just Fishin’
Released in 2011 on the album Proud To Be Here

If you are looking for a special Country flavor Father-Daughter dance song, then “Just Fishin'” fits perfectly into your formal dance.

She ain’t even thinkin’ ’bout
What’s really goin’ on right now
But I guarantee this memory’s a big’in

Still Love You
Released in 2010 on the album Cowboy’s Back in Town

In a few years, you will look back fondly on your wedding day and all of the emotions that you experienced, and you will conclude that after all this time you still love the one you were meant to be with. This song has been used by many older couples who are renewing their wedding vows.

And every drop of rain’s called back to where it’s kept
Yes, i will still love you

You’re Gonna Miss This
Released in 2008 on the album American Man: Greatest Hits Volume II

It can be difficult to find a wedding song that can be used for a dance between the bride and her father, but this one conveys all the right emotions. This Trace Adkins hit is a nice reminder to slow down and enjoy the most important moments of your life, and that includes the wedding day.

You’re gonna miss this
You’re gonna want this back
You’re gonna wish these days hadn’t gone by so fast

Ladies Love Country Boys
Released in 2006 on the album Dangerous Man

Let the groom have a little bit of attention with this song from Trace Adkins, a song that honors the down-home country values Adkins has made popular in his career. You should use it for dancing at the wedding reception and don’t be afraid to let the best man and groomsmen join in the fun of a men’s line dance.

They raised her up a lady
But there’s one thing they couldn’t avoid
Ladies love country boys

I Learned How to Love from You
Released in 2005 on the album Songs About Me

Our partners can teach us about love, and so can the other important people that play an important role in our daily lives. You can use this Trace Adkins wedding song as a special dedication from the bride to her mother and father, and it can also be played as the special members of the family are seated.

Now my heart knows
I learned how to love from you

Honky Tonk Badonkadonk
Released in 2005 on the album Songs About Me

Let’s not forget about this line dance favorite!

Make ya wanna swing along
Got it goin’ on
Like Donkey Kong

Love Me Like There’s No Tomorrow
Released in 2001 on the album Chrome

In life we are never guaranteed an extra day or even an extra hour to show our partners how much we love them, so let this song remind both of you that the time you have together is finite. Make a promise to yourselves, starting today, that you will always live each day as though it could be your last.

I couldn’t imagine not being in your arms
There’s so much we take for granted in life
So love me baby like we’re running out of time

I’m Gonna Love You Anyway
Released in 1999 on the album More…

Finding a life partner means that we are willing to embrace every part of that person, and that includes all of the flaws and imperfections. Use this song at a point in your wedding ceremony when you can put all of the focus on the love that you and your partner share.

You’re gonna stumble
You’re gonna fall
And I’ll be there
I’ll be there for you

Can I Want Your Love
Released in 1999 on the album More…

Always choose a few songs for your wedding day playlist that reference the longing and commitment that are common to relationships. This song is a good choice for the wedding send-off, but it can also be played during that all-important first dance between the happy couple.

Would it shock your heart
Or do you want to go that far
Can I want your love

The Rest of Mine
Released in 1997 on the album Big Time

This is a song about love eternal, a promise from a man to a woman that his love will last the test of time. The song can easily be used as an alternative wedding processional, and it is also suitable for any formal purpose on the wedding day.

To the last beat of my heart
No I can’t swear that I’ll be here for the rest of your life
But I swear I’ll love you for the rest of mine

It Was You
Released in 1996 on the album Dreamin’ Out Loud

Today you will marry your one and only, a person who guided you across space and time in order to share your life. Let them know that they are the only one for you by playing this song during the wedding ceremony, or use it to provide an interlude for the unity ceremony.