John Legend has a range of fantastic songs, many of which are ideal for your wedding day and playlist.
Mixing R&B soul pop with instrumental piano keys and sentimental lyrics, playing John Legend can not only set the tone for your day but as a household name in the music industry, can keep your guests entertained and in the mood.
That is why we have pulled together a list of some of his most iconic songs that you should definitely consider at the very least.
P.D.A (We Just Don’t Care)
The lyrics you will love:
“You know I love it when you’re loving me
Sometimes it’s better when it’s publicly
I’m not ashamed, I don’t care who sees
Us hugging and kissing, our love exhibition, oh”
Perfect for: wedding reception to get things going and the wedding guests dancing.
All Of Me
The lyrics you will love:
“’Cause all of me
Loves all of you
Love your curves and all your edges
All your perfect imperfections
Give your all to me
I’ll give my all to you
You’re my end and my beginning
Even when I lose I’m winning
‘Cause I give you all of me
And you give me all of you, oh-oh”
Perfect for: the first dance!
You & I (Nobody in the World)
The lyrics you will love:
“Out of all the girls
You my one and only girl
Ain’t nobody in the world tonight”
Perfect for: first dance option or towards the end of the wedding reception, as things are coming to an end.
Stay With You
The lyrics you will love:
“Oh I’ll stay with you through the ups and the downs
Oh I’ll stay with you when no one else is around
And when the dark clouds arise
I will stay by your side
I know we’ll be alright
I will stay with you”
Perfect for: first dance option or the last dance!
I Love You, You Love
The lyrics you will love:
“Come and share my house, my home, and all I own.
I’d love to give to you”
Made To Love
The lyrics you will love:
“I was sent here for you
We were made to love
We were made to love
You were sent for me too
We were made to love
We were made to love”
Each Day Gets Better
The lyrics you will love:
“Nobody knows, nobody sees, nobody understands me like she
Now that I know what true love means, I just hope she stays with me”
Surefire
The lyrics you will love:
“And we’re scared to love but it’s alright
I may not know a lot of things but
I know that we’re surefire, yeah
Know that we’re surefire, yeah”
So High
The lyrics you will love:
“Baby since the day you came into my life
You made me realize that we were born to fly
You showed me everyday new possibilities
You proved my fantasies of love could really be”
Conversations In The Dark
The lyrics you will love:
“When no one seems to notice
And your days, they seem so hard
My darling, you should know this
My love is everywhere you are”
Why Should You Choose John Legend Wedding Songs
The music you play at your wedding will set the tone for the event; including how people interact and their general enjoyment of the day.
You also need songs that are appropriate, with lyrics that represent everything a marriage is about.
Moreover, nobody wants to listen to those cheesy and predictable love songs; you want to keep them exciting, fun and unexpected.
John Legend ticks all these boxes; with a large selection of songs to choose from. Some are slower, whereas others are more upbeat and joyful.
Our top tip would be to choose songs where the lyrics resonate with you. If you listen to a particular song and can almost feel that it was written about your relationship, then what better way to celebrate by sharing the song on your big day.
Finally
All of the John Legend songs listed above will add to your day, especially when you consider the range of beats, lyrics and melodies in which they provide.
So whether you are looking for a song for your first dance, or a selection of tunes for your reception; they are a guaranteed hit with your guests.
Have a listen, consider the lyrics, and look to get them added to your wedding playlist.
Looking for other wedding songs from other popular bands and artists? Check out my guides below:
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Hey, I’m Allison – a recent bride, an expectant mother and the chief editor here at Everlasting Occasion. Here I document all the knowledge and experience I accumulated while researching and planning my dream wedding and ahead of our new baby. Here, I try to answer those many questions couples have when planning their dream wedding, while equally, helping expectant parents ahead of their new arrival!