Last Song of the Night: How to End Your Wedding on a High

The final song matters more than people think. It’s the moment guests remember walking out, humming on the drive home, and talking about the next day.

Here’s how couples are ending receptions the right way.

Big Sing-Along Closers

These create a shared moment with everyone still on the floor.

• “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey

• “Mr. Brightside” – The Killers

• “Piano Man” – Billy Joel

• “Friends in Low Places” – Garth Brooks

• “Love Story” – Taylor Swift

Fun, Joyful Final Notes

Less dramatic, more happy-ending energy.

• “You Make My Dreams” – Hall & Oates

• “September” – Earth, Wind & Fire

• “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” – Natalie Cole

• “Take Me Home, Country Roads” – John Denver

Romantic, Intimate Closers

Perfect for smaller weddings or private last dances.

• “At Last” – Etta James

• “Beyond” – Leon Bridges

• “Perfect” – Ed Sheeran

• “Forever” – Ben Harper

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Pro DJ Insight

The best last songs are universally known. This isn’t the moment to debut a deep cut — it’s about unity and emotion.