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We are the first ones to admit that emotional groom moments will make us cry like nobody is watching, and the mother-son dance is no exception. That dance is more than just a tradition; it’s a way for the groom to thank the first love of his life for raising him to find the newest love of his life. So, we’ve curated a mother-son dance playlist that is full of sentimental classics and tear-jerking new hits to help make that moment one nobody will forget.

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In My Life – Johnny Cash

I Say a Little Prayer – Aretha Franklin and Nina Simone

Because You Loved Me – Celine Dion

Beautiful Boy – John Lennon

He Gets That From Me – Reba McEntire

A Song for Mama – Boyz II Men

I’ll Be There – Jackson 5

Lean on Me – Bill Withers

Stand By Me – Ben E King

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You Raise Me Up – Josh Groban

What A Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

Child of Mine – Carole King

There You’ll Be – Faith Hill

Time After Time – Iron and Wine

Here Comes the Sun Again – M.Ward

I Hope You Dance – Lee Ann Womack

Loves Me Like a Rock – Paul Simon

Over the Rainbow – Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole

Then They Do – Trace Adkins

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Just the Way You Are – Billy Joel

Godspeed – Dixie Chicks

Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder

Blessed – Elton John

Sweetest Devotion – Adele

The Perfect Fan – Backstreet Boys

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

93 Million Miles – Jason Mraz

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Never Alone – Lady Antebellum

How Sweet It Is to Be Loved By You – James Taylor

Forever Young – Rod Stewart

Like Jesus Does – Eric Church

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

You’re My Best Friend – Queen

Wildflowers – Tom Petty

Close to You – The Carpenters

Take Your Mama – Scissor Sisters

Like My Mother Does – Lauren Alaina

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Ready to hire the perfect DJ for your reception? We’ve rounded up a few of our favs just for you. Or maybe you’re searching for a wedding photographer to document your mother-son dance beautifully? Either way, we’re here to help you find your dream vendor team.

Still searching for the perfect Mother of the Groom dress? Check out our pretty picks — all dance floor approved! ;)

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