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21 Wedding Anniversary Songs To Celebrate Your Lasting Love

Whether you’ve been married to your spouse for twelve months or sixty years, an anniversary commemoration is one of the best ways to celebrate your timeless love.

When planning out their anniversary ideas, some couples forget to include music into the mix. 

If you’re searching for romantic background music that won’t feel out of place during your personal celebration, don’t sweat it!

We’ve compiled a list of wedding anniversary songs that’ll take both of you over the moon!

While creating the perfect playlist of romantic songs isn’t required for planning a celebration, it’s a meaningful gesture that definitely won’t be forgotten by your spouse.

Get inspired by reading about our favorite anniversary dance songs! 

“Love Is Here To Stay” by Frank Sinatra

Lyrics: “But oh, my dear / Our love is here to stay / Together we’re going a long, long way”

As a popular choice for matrimonial slideshow music, “Love is Here To Stay” is equally as meaningful when being played as wedding anniversary dance songs. Frank Sinatra’s timeless tune feels especially appropriate for couples who tied the knot during a vintage-themed ceremony


“P.S. I Love You” by the Beatles

Lyrics: “Treasure these few words ’till we’re together / Keep all my love forever”

Whether you’ve included Beatles music on your wedding day playlist or not, “P.S. I Love You” proves itself to be one of the best anniversary songs for all couples. This pop track will definitely create a romantic atmosphere that you’ll want to experience during your celebration. 


“Let’s Stay Together” by Al Green

Lyrics: “Loving you forever / Is what I need / Let me be the one you come running to”

When it comes to creating a playlist of wedding anniversary songs, “Let’s Stay Together” was made to be included. Al Green’s soul music from 1972 has yet to go out of style in the modern age!


“Still The One” by Orleans

Lyrics: “You’re still the one I want to talk to in bed / Still the one that turns my head / We’re still having fun, and you’re still the one”

You can never go wrong with playing “Still The One” during your personal commemoration. There’s nothing about this sweet love song by Orleans that you and your spouse won’t love to hear!


“You Make Loving Fun” by Fleetwood Mac

Lyrics: “Don’t, don’t break the spell / It would be different and you know it will / You, you make loving fun / And I don’t have to tell you but you’re the only one”

Capture a charming vibe during your anniversary celebration by playing “You Make Loving Fun.” This classic song by Fleetwood Mac is romantic without being overly cheesy!


“Dance Me To The End of Love” By Leonard Cohen

Lyrics: “Dance me very tenderly and dance me very long / We’re both of us beneath our love, we’re both of us above”

Spruce up your anniversary playlist by including a sentimental song like “Dance Me To The End of Love.” Leonard Cohen’s lyrics will definitely inspire romantic feelings between you and your significant other!


“I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by the Proclaimers

Lyrics: “When I wake up, well I know I’m gonna be / I’m gonna be the man who wakes up next to you”

Embrace the excitement of your anniversary celebration by choosing “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” as background music. This belting song by the Proclaimers has pulled at people’s heartstrings for over three decades!


“Here We Are” by Gloria Estefan

Lyrics: “Baby when you’re loving me / I feel like I could cry / ‘Cause there’s nothing I can do / To keep from loving you”  

Set the sentimental tone of your personal commemoration by picking a happy anniversary song like “Here We Are.” It’s hard to imagine a better choice than Gloria Estefan’s famous tune! 


“Anniversary” by Tony! Toni! Tone!

Lyrics: “All I really want to say my darling / today is a special day / we call our own”

“Anniversary” is a no-brainer for couples who are searching for a 90s song that’ll feel right at home during their romantic celebration. Go with this music choice and you definitely won’t regret it!


“Please Forgive Me” by Bryan Adams

Lyrics: “It’s getting better baby / No one can better this / Still holding on / You’re still the one”

“Please Forgive Me” is an effortless choice for anybody who is creating a playlist of the best anniversary songs. Expect plenty of happy tears when listening to Bryan Adams’s soft rock track. 


“You Just Get Better All The Time” by Tim McGraw

Lyrics: “You just get sweeter every day / The little things you do and say / If only you could see you through my eyes”

Create a sweet moment during your romantic celebration by queuing “You Just Get Better All The Time.” Tim McGraw’s happy anniversary song is an essential pick for any country music fans.


“All My Life” by K-Ci & Jojo

Lyrics: “And you are the only one, my everything / And for you this song I sing”

“All My Life” has remained a favorite among couples as music for their romantic celebrations. It’ll be impossible for your significant other to ignore this anniversary love song by K-Ci & Jojo. 


“Grow Old With You” by Adam Sandler

Lyrics: “I’ll get your medicine when your tummy aches / Build you a fire if the furnace breaks / Oh, it could be so nice, growing old with you” 

If you already know that your significant other would enjoy a lighthearted tune, don’t hesitate to add “Grow Old With You” to your playlist of anniversary songs. Adam Sandler’s music from The Wedding Singer will definitely earn some laughs! 


“I Do (Cherish You)” By 98 Degrees

Lyrics: “Cherish you / For the rest of my life / You don’t have to think twice”

“I Do (Cherish You)” isn’t becoming any less popular as a happy anniversary song anytime soon. 98 Degrees’s music never fails with moving people’s emotions during their personal commemorations. 


“By Your Side” by Sade

Lyrics: “Oh, when you’re cold / I’ll be there / Hold you tight to me”

For anybody who is looking to curate their playlist with R&B wedding anniversary songs, don’t think twice about including “By Your Side.” Sade’s sound works especially well for couples who prefer a relaxed vibe instead of over-the-top music. 


“Hanging By A Moment” by Lifehouse

Lyrics: “I’m falling even more in love with you / Letting go of all I’ve held on to / I’m standing here until you make me move / I’m hanging by a moment here with you”

Show your love for rock-and-roll music by playing “Hanging By a Moment” during your personal commemoration. This ideal song by Lifehouse will certainly echo how you feel about your romantic partner.


“After All These Years” by Journey

Lyrics: “Since those days the world has changed / But our love remains the same / God knows we’ve had our share of saving grace”

It’s no wonder why so many couples choose “After All These Years” for their playlist of wedding anniversary songs. Journey’s power ballad will definitely leave a lasting impression on you and your spouse.


“I Keep On Lovin’ You,” by Reba McEntire

Lyrics: “I keep on lovin’ you / Through the baby don’t-leave-mes / And never-will-agains”

“I Keep On Lovin’ You” isn’t becoming any less popular as a happy anniversary song. Reba McEntire’s music ensures that you and your significant other will be enjoying yourselves during your personal commemoration. 


“You Are” by Charlie Wilson

Lyrics: “The reason I love the reason I trust / God sent me an angel / You are the best in the world”

For a touch of romance during your anniversary celebration, be sure to play “You Are.” Charlie Wilson’s beautiful song is a guaranteed tear-jerker! 


“Mess is Mine” by Vance Joy 

Lyrics: “You’re the reason that I feel so strong / The reason that I’m hanging on / You know you gave me all that time / Did I give enough of mine”

Bring an indie vibe to your romantic celebration by including “Mess is Mine” in your playlist of anniversary dance songs. Vance Joy’s music won’t hold back with being an absolute heart-melter! 


“Our Song” by Tank

Lyrics: “Life without you ain’t never been right / So I don’t plan to be without you anymore”

For couples with a contemporary taste in music, nothing is better as a happy anniversary song than “Our Song.” You and your significant other will enjoy every minute of listening to Tank’s music. 

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Lauren Peterson

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