The Best Farewell Songs To End Your Magical Wedding Night
It’s the night of your dreams that you wish could last forever, but alas, all good things must come to an end.
In Short
- The farewell song is the last thing you and your guests share, so plan it as carefully as your aisle song.
- Decide the exit first: a big singalong, an energetic dance or a romantic classic.
- Choose a song you will enjoy hearing again in ten years, not the one that is trending this season, and forget matching it to your colour scheme.
- Hey Jack lists 12 farewell songs, including Love On Top, Sweet Caroline, Piano Man, All You Need Is Love and Drops of Jupiter.
At Hey Jack, we understand many elements are involved in planning a wedding. From the big stuff like the venue and wedding dress to the smaller stuff like cake flavours and the guest book. We are firm believers that music selection should be categorised as “the big stuff” and should be carefully planned out early rather than being an afterthought on the day.
With so many pivotal moments to celebrate, it’s important to make your night yours through a personalised song choice. Music has the unique power to create lasting memories, so this decision on a final song is big.
At most receptions, the final dance, or the farewell, is the last song of general dancing and when the guests send off the bride and groom. This is the chance to make a grand exit that will leave a long-lasting impression. Now, the best way of making saying goodbye that little bit easier is to choose the perfect Farewell Song. This song choice will be the final opportunity for you and your guests to sing at the top of their lungs, tear up the dance-floor or fill the room with romance.
Step-By-Step Guide For The All-Important Song Selection
Step 1: Style
How do you want your night to be remembered? Is a huge singalong your ideal send off? Or maybe it’s a banger that can get everyone up and about? Or maybe you want something classic so you can have that penultimate Patrick Swayze and Frances Houseman Dirty Dancing lift. Pick your genre and vibe first and foremost and everything else will come naturally from there.
Step 2: Genre
Next, you should consider which genre deserves the honour of being the last song of your night. From pop and rock to jazz and blues, there are so many genres fighting for prime positions in your wedding. Our tip- stay within your usual go-to genre because this tune will be ingrained in your memory and will serve as a reminder of your special moment, so you don’t want a genre that you’ll be sick of any time soon.
Step 3: Don’t complicate it
Forget the steps and choose your favourite song. We all have those top tunes that are guaranteed to have you singing in the shower or shamelessly dancing. These songs have already proven trustworthy hits for you and your partner, so why not promote one as your farewell song?
If you are concerned this fave won’t suit the ambience of your wedding, ask yourself- have you ever been to a wedding and thought, ‘Wow, this song doesn’t match the vibe’? We’re betting that’s a no. So go on and pick the Farewell tune you will enjoy the most, regardless of what you think anyone else will think.
If you’re still having trouble finding that perfect track, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite wedding exit songs to help you leave in style. From chart-toppers to classic wedding hits, these would make excellent options for your reception departure.
Here are a few ideas for wedding Farewell Songs worth considering:
- Love On Top – Beyonce
- Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder
- Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond
- The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson
- All You Need Is Love – The Beatles
- (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life – Bill Medley, Jennifer Warnes
- Forever – Chris Brown
- Piano Man – Billy Joel
- Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye, Tammi Terrell
- December 1963 – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
- Love Story – Taylor Swift
- Drops Of Jupiter – Train
No matter what song you choose to say goodbye to, we have the perfect band to perform it and ensure you dance off into a lifetime of unforgettable happiness.
So, Why Hey Jack?
With some of the best wedding entertainment Melbourne has to offer, Hey Jack is guaranteed to have a talented musical act capable of bringing that wow factor to your song selections. From soloists, duos and trios to strings, bands and DJs, we have everything you’re dreaming of in one place.
Wherever your wedding is held across Melbourne, head to our website to submit an enquiry about our performers or contact us at 9088 8077. But don’t hesitate; as you may have already discovered, bands book out quickly and go off the first-in-best-dressed policy. Don’t let your dream musical act be the band that got away.
Congratulations on your engagement! All of us here at Hey Jack hope that your wedding is everything you have dreamed of and more.
Frequently asked questions
The last song of your wedding night, played as you say goodbye to your guests. It is the final memory of the night, which is why it deserves planning instead of being left to whatever the DJ plays next.
It depends on the exit you want. For a singalong, try Sweet Caroline or Piano Man. For an energetic finish, Love On Top or (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life. For a romantic close, All You Need Is Love or Drops of Jupiter.
Pick the style of exit you want, then the genre you like most, then stop overthinking it. Choose a song that has worked for you and your partner over one that matches the theme.
Put it on the run sheet and brief your MC. If you plan a send-off line outside, your MC needs to start moving guests towards the exit about five minutes before the song begins.
No. A recessional plays as you walk back up the aisle after the ceremony. A farewell song closes the reception at the end of the night.
