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LaurenVictoria
Super October 2013

I need father-daughter dance song suggestions to fit our relationship

LaurenVictoria, on July 8, 2013 at 9:21 AM Posted in Planning 0 11

Im having a difficult time picking the perfect song. I was wondering if anyone could offer suggestions. Im really close with both of my parents. I want the song to reflect my relationship with my dad. I'm an only child, and while he treats me like an adult he still considers me his "baby". I have very fond memories of him and I hanging out together when I was little, playing soccer, riding bikes..he even let me do his hair all crazy with clips/bows lol. He has given me so much throughout the years. His personality is an interesting mix.. he can be really crazy/funny, stubborn, and he is strong yet quite in touch with his emotions-- however he does NOT like to cry. I know he probably will no matter what song I choose but I'm worried about choosing a sappy song but am open to suggestions. As far as genre, I like more alternative, rock, pop songs, even oldies, I'm not too keen on country but can do some pop-country. He doesn't care as long as he likes the song. Help... suggestions?

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Latest activity by karen, on July 11, 2013 at 7:26 PM
  • Thankfully Anonymous
    Super February 2014
    Thankfully Anonymous ·
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    Girl, if you're really close to your dad...I Loved Her First by Heartland. It'll make everyone in the building, including the two of you, cry like small children. In a very happy way, though!

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  • LadyCrystal
    VIP November 2023
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    I told someone on another post that I am thinking about using To Sir With Love and they said it was corny but I know it is guaranteed to make my strong silent loving dad (he used to let me put makeup on him, he's a 300lb teddy bear) cry like a baby. I picked the song because it is one of our favorites from when I was little and we used to do the dance in our living room. Pick a specific funny memory and choose that to find your song.

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  • Barbara
    Master September 2014
    Barbara ·
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    Off-Beat Bride has a really extensive list with an emphasis on "non-sappy" (though some really could be). You might find something you like under the categories "contemporary sentimental" or "softer rock classics":

    http://offbeatbride.com/2007/06/non-sappy-fatherdaughter-dance-songs

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  • Shawndra
    Super July 2013
    Shawndra ·
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    I am doing stealing Cinderella by Chuck Wicks

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  • Mrs.T to Be
    Devoted October 2014
    Mrs.T to Be ·
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    I am really close with my dad as well. Doing Edwin McCain "Walk with You." There are so many songs out there it depends what style you like!! Good luck!

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  • HollyKLG
    Beginner May 2013
    HollyKLG ·
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    My dad and I are really close and didn't want sappy either...so we jitter-bugged to Born to Boogie by Hank Williams Jr. It was so much fun and there were zero tears.

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  • Tonka's Girl
    Dedicated September 2013
    Tonka's Girl ·
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    My father and I are dancing to "A Song for My Daughter" by Ray Allaire. Later in the night my FH and I are going to start dancing to "I Loved Her First" by Heartland, then my dad is going to cut in. Since the start of that song talks about look at you two dancing.

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  • MistysoontobeBell
    Master October 2013
    MistysoontobeBell ·
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    I am walking and dancing with my mother. We are very close. We are dancing to "Because You Love Me" – Celine Dion.

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  • Kim
    Master June 2014
    Kim ·
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    My dad and I are dancing to "Stand By Me" the John Lennon version. "Thank You" by Led Zeppelin was another one I was considering.

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  • Married2013
    Master September 2013
    Married2013 ·
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    I’m thinking of “it won’t last like this long” for the father-daughter dance… but it is country.

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  • K
    Dedicated December 2011
    karen ·
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    There are 3 father daughter songs at www.weddingmusiccentral.com you should listen to. You're my Hero" would be a tribute from you to your dad. "My Little Girl" (not the Tim McGraw song) and "Angel in My Arms" are from a dad to his daughter. He might love those. Also if you want a song for your mom, " To Be a Woman" is from a daughter to her mom thanking her for all she's been in her life.

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