100 Mother Son Dance Songs – Titles and Artists

100+ Amazing Mother Son Dance Song List – Perfect For Your Wedding Day!

Ladies and gentlemen, brides and grooms, and all you folks who just can’t resist a good wedding story, welcome to the most delightful corner of the wedding world! Today, we’re diving headfirst into the world of the Mother-Son Dance, where tears of joy flow, and dance moves… well, let’s just say, they vary!

First up, we wanted to provide a comprehensive list of mother son dance songs, for you to easily copy and paste into iTunes or Spotify – so here they are, you’re very welcome!

Mother Son Wedding Dance Songs

21) Letter to My Mother – Edwin McCain

22) Home – Jack Johnson

23) Have I Told You Lately – Rod Stewart

24) Days Like This – Van Morrison

25) Do I Make You Proud – Taylor Hicks

26) Sweet Child O’ Mine – Guns N’ Roses

27) Blessed – Elton John

28) Lean On Me – Bill Withers

29) Only One – Kanye West feat. Paul McCartney

30) Handprints On The Wall – Kenny Rogers

31) God Only Knows – The Beach Boys

32) Take Your Mama – Scissor Sisters

33) That’s What Mamas Do – Jason Matthews

34) The One Thing – Shakira

35) A Mother’s Prayer – K. Michelle

36) Mama Said – Lucas Graham

37) Mother – Overcoats

38) Montezuma – Fleet Foxes

39) Like My Mother Does – Lauren Alaina

40) Mother – Pink Floyd

41) God’s Been Good to Me – Keith Urban

42) River – Leon Bridges

43) Close Your Eyes – Michael Bublé

44) Never Alone – Lady A

45) Simple Man – Lynyrd Skynyrd

46) I’ll Always Love My Mama – The Intruders

47) Mama Said – The Shirelles

48) I Just Called to Say I Love You – Stevie Wonder

49) I’ll Be There – Mac Miller

50) Return to Pooh Corner – Kenny Loggins

51) Sweet Pea – Amos Lee

52) Loves Me Like A Rock – Paul Simon

53) My Wish – Rascal Flatts

54) You Raise Me Up – Josh Groban

55) You Are the Sunshine of My Life – Stevie Wonder

56) Mother – Danzig

57) Mother Like Mine – The Band Perry

58) Beautiful Boy – John Lennon

59) Only One – Kanye West ft. Paul McCartney

60) The Baby – Blake Shelton

61) Thank You Mom – Good Charlotte

62) Remedy – Adele

63) My Love, My Life – ABBA

64) Mother – Sugarland

65) Mother – Pink Floyd

66) 93 Million Miles – Jason Mraz

67) Hey, Ma – Bon Iver

68) Humble and Kind – Tim McGraw

69) Old Pine – Ben Howard

70) Step – Vampire Weekend

71) Home – Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes

72) My Mother’s Eyes – Frankie Valli

73) Letter to My Mother – Edwin McCain

74) You’ll Be In My Heart – Phil Collins

75) The Wish – Bruce Springsteen

76) (They Long To Be) Close To You – The Carpenters

77) Sweetest Devotion – Adele

78) Take Your Mama – Scissor Sisters

79) Mother – Sugarland

80) The Best Day – Taylor Swift

81) Teach Your Children – Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

82) My Mother’s Eye – Etta Jones

83) He Gets That From Me – Reba McEntire

84) Stand By Me – Ben E. King

85) What A Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

86) There You’ll Be – Faith Hill

87) Time After Time – Cyndi Lauper

88) I’ll Be There – The Jackson Five

89) Loves Me Like A Rock – Paul Simon

90) Child of Mine – Carole King

91) Then They Do – Trace Adkins

92) You Raise Me Up – Josh Groban

93) Blessed – Elton John

94) Have I Told You Lately – Rod Stewart

95) Unforgettable – Nat King Cole

96) Wind Beneath My Wings – Bette Midler

97) Mother – Pink Floyd

98) My Love, My Life – ABBA

99) Simple Man – Lynyrd Skynyrd

100) Mama Said – The Shirelles

101) I’ll Always Love My Mama – The Intruders

102) Sweet Child O’ Mine – Guns N’ Roses

103) Never Alone – Lady A

104) Mama Said – Lukas Graham

105) River – Leon Bridges

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Mother Like Mine – The Band Perry

My Wish – The Rascal Flatts

Humble and Kind – Tim McGraw

You Are My Sunshine – Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton

Don’t Blink – Kenny Chesney

He Gets That From Me – Reba McEntire

What I Never Knew I Always Wanted – Carrie Underwood

There You’ll Be – Faith Hill

I Hope You Dance – Lee Ann Womack

Mom – Garth Brooks

Then They Do – Trace Atkins

Godspeed – The Chicks

Never Alone – Lady A

Like Jesus Does – Eric Church

Teach Your Children – Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

A Song For Mama – Boyz II Men

Hero – Mariah Carey

Unforgettable – Nat King Cole

God Only Knows – The Beach Boys

You Are The Sunshine of My Life – Stevie Wonder

Moon River – Frank Sinatra

I Say A Little Prayer – Aretha Franklin

What A Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

My Mother’s Eyes – Frankie Valli

Simple Man – Lynyrd Skynyrd

You’ll Be In My Heart – Phil Collins

The Wish – Bruce Springsteen

Beautiful Boy – John Lennon

Just the Way You Are – Billy Joel

Blessed – Elton John

Do I Make You Proud – Taylor Hicks

I’ll Have to Say I Love You in a Song – Jim Croce

Letter to My Mother – Edwin McCain

Wildflowers – Tom Petty

I Will – Matchbox Twenty

Landslide – Fleetwood Mac

Your Song – Elton John

How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding

I’ll Stand By You – The Pretenders

Because You Loved Me – Celine Dion

In My Life – The Beatles

You Raise Me Up – Josh Groban

The Only Fan – Backstreet Boys

Forever Young – Rod Stewart

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell

Close to You – The Carpenters

Take Your Mama – The Scissor Sisters

No Matter What – Calum Scott

All You Need Is Love – The Beatles

Days Like This – Van Morrison

I’ll Be There – Jackson 5

Lean on Me – Bill Withers

Stand By Me – Ben E. King

I’ll Always Love My Mama – The Intruder

Mama Hold My Hand – Aloe Blacc

Home – Jack Johnson

Kind & Generous – Natalie Merchant

Child of Mine – Carole King

Loves Me Like A Rock – Paul Simon

Over the Rainbow – Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole

93 Million Miles – Jason Mraz

A Mother’s Song – Daniel Kirkley

Home – Phillip Phillips

Old Pine – Ben Howard

Time After Time – Iron and Wine

Here Comes The Sun Again – M. Ward

How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) – James Taylor

Bridge Over Troubled Water – Simon & Garfunkel

Mother – Overcoats

Sweet Love of Mine (Acoustic) – Joy Williams

Oh! My Mama – Alela Diane

What is the number 1 mother son dance song?

Without a doubt, the Number one song for the mother and son wedding dance is “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong.

It is a beautiful and heartfelt song that carries a profound message of optimism and appreciation for the beauty of life. The lyrics convey a sense of wonder about the world’s natural wonders and the simple joys of everyday life. It speaks to the idea that there is beauty to be found in even the smallest things, and it encourages us to take a moment to cherish the world around us.

This song can be an excellent choice for a mother and son wedding dance for several reasons:

Firstly, its gentle melody and Louis Armstrong’s soothing voice create a warm and emotional atmosphere, making it a perfect backdrop for a sentimental moment between a mother and her son.

Secondly, the lyrics express love and gratitude, which resonates with the deep bond between a mother and her child. It’s a way for the son to express his appreciation and love for his mother on this special day.

Lastly, the song’s timeless quality ensures that it will be a cherished memory for both the mother and son, reminding them of the beauty of their relationship and the wonderful world they share.

It’s a heartfelt choice that can add a meaningful touch to any wedding celebration.

About the mother son dance

The Backstory of the Dance

Picture this: a room bathed in soft candlelight, a charming waltz, and a mother and son gracefully gliding across the floor. The mother-son dance, like that fond mental image, has a history as rich as the chocolate fountain at the reception. It’s been a staple in weddings for ages, evolving from traditional waltzes to, well, let’s just say “evolving” might be an understatement.

Have you ever heard of the “Macarena” at a mother-son dance? No? Me neither, but hey, in the world of weddings, anything’s possible!

Choosing the Perfect Song

Now, let’s talk about choosing the perfect song. It’s like finding the perfect slice of cake in a dessert buffet – a delightful challenge! Grooms, it’s time to put your DJ skills to the test. You want a song that tugs at the heartstrings but doesn’t lead to an emotional breakdown on the dance floor.

But remember, folks, sometimes things don’t go as planned. Imagine a groom trying to impress his mother with a heavy metal anthem – the headbanging could be memorable, to say the least!

Making It Memorable

Making the mother-son dance memorable is all about putting your best foot forward, literally and figuratively. Share a laugh, have a tender moment, and, if you’re feeling adventurous, throw in a few dance moves that would make even Fred Astaire raise an eyebrow.

I once saw a mother-son duo bust out a surprise breakdance routine – they rocked the dance floor and left everyone in stitches!

Embracing Sentimentality

Let’s get serious for a moment. The mother-son dance is often a beautiful and emotional experience. There’s something about a son swaying with his mom that can bring even the toughest of us to tears (of joy, of course). It’s a moment of pure, unfiltered love.

But in the spirit of balance, let me tell you about a groom who couldn’t hold back the waterworks during the dance – his heart was bursting with love, and the waterworks turned into a beautiful, sentimental downpour!

Unique Twists and Alternatives

Now, let’s spice things up a bit! Who says you have to stick to tradition? How about a mother-son dance-off or getting all the moms involved for a group dance extravaganza?

Oh, and speaking of twist and turns, there was this one groom who tried choreographing an elaborate dance routine but ended up doing a moonwalk that even Michael Jackson would applaud – well, maybe.

Closing Thoughts – Mother Son Dances

In conclusion, folks, the mother-son dance is a cherished moment at weddings. It’s a dance that combines laughter, tears, and a whole lot of love. So, whether you sway to a classic tune or break out into spontaneous dance battles, remember, it’s all about celebrating the beautiful bond between a mother and her son.

Thank you for joining us on this whimsical journey into the world of weddings! Stay tuned for more tales, tips, and laughter from the enchanting world of weddings. And if you have any hilarious or heartwarming mother-son dance stories, share them in the comments below. Until next time, happy dancing!

And there you have it, a lighthearted exploration of the mother-son dance in the world of weddings. It’s a mix of sentimentality and humor, just like any good wedding should be!

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