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9 Songs That Have to be Played At My Wedding Reception

It's gonna be LIT.

Nathan Vinson

Jul 18, 2016

Florida A&M University

9 Songs That Have to be Played At My Wedding Reception

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Lately, I've been thinking a lot about love: what it means to me, what it means to others, and what it really means to love someone. The greatest declaration of love that I could think of is asking for someone's hand in marriage, and being the music lover that I am, I got to thinking of songs that have to be played at my wedding reception. I want to get down and cut a rug, but also slow dance in the arms of the person I love. So here's a short list of some songs that I would love to hear:

1. Can We Talk by Tevin Campbell

Because what's a wedding reception without some 90s R&B?

2. Couple of Forevers by Chrisette Michele

Because I love the way the song makes me feel.

3. Poison by Bell Biv Devoe

Because this is a wedding playlist essential! I WILL get down to this one!

4. Overjoyed by Stevie Wonder

Because Stevie Wonder is my favorite artist of all time.

5. Off The Wall by Michael Jackson

Because it's my favorite Michael Jackson song.

6. Step In The Name of Love by R. Kelly

Because I've waited my whole life to do the dance that goes with this song.

7. Someone to Call My Lover by Janet Jackson

Because it makes me want to dance.

8. Never Knew Love Like This Before by Stephanie Mills

Because it's one of my all time favorite songs.

9. Party by Beyonce

Because a wedding reception is a celebration of two people coming together in the name of love and commitment, and that in itself deserves a party!

What songs will you play at your wedding reception?

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1. Can We Talk by Tevin Campbell

2. Couple of Forevers by Chrisette Michele

3. Poison by Bell Biv Devoe

4. Overjoyed by Stevie Wonder

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6. Step In The Name of Love by R. Kelly

7. Someone to Call My Lover by Janet Jackson

8. Never Knew Love Like This Before by Stephanie Mills

9. Party by Beyonce

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