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Audrey
Just Said Yes June 2019

Appropriate first dance song?

Audrey , on May 1, 2019 at 11:08 AM Posted in Wedding Reception 0 14

My FH and I are huge fans of Jason Isbell and had originally settled on "Cover Me Up" by Jason Isbell as our first dance song. However the more I listen to it, while it always chokes me up, I have a feeling some people might think it's inappropriate. What are your thoughts?

14 Comments

Latest activity by Michelle, on April 21, 2021 at 12:25 PM
  • A
    Devoted November 2019
    Amanda ·
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    I think that whatever feels right for the two of you is the way to go. Because then you'll be happy about it.
    Personally, I don't find it inappropriate. I mean, I hear what you're saying, but I feel okay with it. I don't think Id think twice if I heard it at someone elses wedding. Id be focused on the two of you.

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  • M
    VIP January 2019
    Maggie ·
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    Anything that gets more Jason Isbell out into the world is a good thing!

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  • Mandy
    VIP May 2019
    Mandy ·
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    I think it'd be good! It's a love song after all basically sayin' we're going to work this out no matter what.

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  • Cristy
    Master May 2021
    Cristy ·
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    I really don't think guests pay too much attention to lyrics during those moments. They watch the couple dancing, and hopefully enjoy watching the love between you two. The music is incidental, and probably won't be remembered, except by you two.

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  • Jennifer
    Master September 2018
    Jennifer ·
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    Dance to whatever you want to dance to, no one even noticed our song, we didn't notice anyone else around us either. It was my favorite part of the wedding, make it a great part and do what you want!

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  • N
    Expert July 2019
    Natalie ·
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    If that’s the song you want then go for it! I think unless you are doing a very over played love song most people won’t pay attention to the music which is a good and bad thing lol. The only songs I remember being played during the 1st dance are the ones that are over played and make me roll my eyes because I’m so done with that song. Don’t worry to much of what others will think
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  • Bridget
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    Bridget ·
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    If the song speaks to you guys as a couple and it moves you every time you hear it I think its absolutely the right song for you. I think people will be so focused on you and him that they wont really be listening to every word of the song!

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  • Future Mrs. McCully
    Devoted July 2019
    Future Mrs. McCully ·
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    Don't worry about other's opinions.

    You need to be focused on what the song means to you as a couple.

    The first song we chose is kind of heavy in some parts and people might think it isn't appropriate for a first dance...but. It speaks to us and has meaning to our relationship and that is what matters Smiley heart

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  • Audrey
    Just Said Yes June 2019
    Audrey ·
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    Thank you! This was what I was hoping to hear. The song has sentimental meaning to us and I can't imagine having any other song be our first dance!

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  • Nikita
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    Nikita ·
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    Dance to what you want. The first dance is about your relationship to each other. Choose something that really speaks to you guys - not based on your guests. Most people are too busy watching you two be cute and in love over listen to the lyrics.

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  • A
    Devoted November 2019
    Amanda ·
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    Well then there's no question! Go for itSmiley star It will be amazing!

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  • sandy
    Dedicated October 2019
    sandy ·
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    I love love love that song!!!

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  • Olidia
    Just Said Yes April 2023
    Olidia ·
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    This song is very meaningful to my fiance and I as well. Did you end up doing it? If so how did it go?
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  • Michelle
    Champion December 2022
    Michelle ·
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    If you love the song, then use it. Most guests don’t pay attention to the first dance and don’t analyze the lyrics unless it’s known to be controversial.

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