Is this an inappropriate first dance song?

FutureMrsWallace,

Actually, a state of undress is exactly the implication.

That lyric implies that the only things remaining on her body…are his eyes. He wants to take off everything else.

@m I actually notice these things. Like when they played "Go Your Own Way" by Fleetwood Mac at my cousin's wedding. Twice. Their first dance song was "I Don't Dance" by Lee Brice.

But I don't think most people are like this. So do you. But, this song would make me blush for you.

Alright... but I never looked at this song that way or ever took it as asexual. So IMO....IMO, I don't find it inappropriate or awkward.

Our son is I don't dance by Lee Brice.. FH doesn't dance and he told he would never get married again. It just fit us.

I wouldn't want to dance to this in front of my entire reception. Love Blake Shelton, love the song, but I agree, I'd prefer my first dance to be sweet and romantic.

It is your day! Just do whatever you want and be happy.

@FutureMrsWallace I'm confused as to how that could not be construed as sexual? He wants to take off all of her clothes.

I don't know the song but I think if you have to ask if it's inappropriate, it might be. You're the one who knows your crowd best.

My fiancé and I are trying to stay clear of anything that might make our parents uncomfortable but if you like that song its your choice. Do what makes you happy.

I'm usually whatever about taste in music like if that's your song go for it. I went and read the lyrics. It def makes me think of foreplay. Now if you're cool with that, by all means. But I wouldn't do it. Too sensual for me to dance to in front of family.

I'm not prude at all but this song seems too sexual for a first dance. Most people (if they listen to the lyrics) want to think "Oh how sweet" not "Oh, he wants to undress her". I mean we all know you want each other naked but it doesn't need to be said out loud!

I don't think there is anything inappropriate about this song, and that is coming from someone who doesn't even like it. I usually can't even hear the lyrics the first time I listen to a song, so if I was a guest at your wedding I don't think I'd notice them.

I notice lyrics. And I notice songs.usually because I hate watching two people dance alone like that. It's weird to me. So yes. I would notice lol

I just listened to that song for the first time. I have to say I'd be pretty uncomfortable if I was in attendance. I tend to listen to song lyrics and I remember first dance songs from weddings I've been to (God Bless the Broken Road and Make You Feel My Love were the two most recent ones).

I'm also with the people saying that the song is the musical embodiment of "the male gaze." It's literally about wanting to have sex with a girl because she's hot. Weddings are about love. Yes, that includes sex. However, I see weddings as more sentimental and I would not want to be dancing to a song about how much I want to have sex while everyone in attendance is watching me. I do agree that you can still play the song at the reception, perhaps at the end of the night. I just don't think it's an appropriate choice for a first dance.

I'm in agreement with others that think it may be a bit awkward as a first dance where all focus is on you and that song. I always pay attention to the first dance song, including lyrics. It's a nice song but is focused on physical beauty. Last dance or a few songs in might work better.

I'm all for doing whatever you want when you want and yes it's your day but if you feel in your heart that whatever music is going to offend people you invited to your wedding you may want to reconsider the music. keep in mind you invited them they should be comfortable.

I have a similar situation in my family however I myself lean towards the conservative side. out of respect to my conservative and religious family members I'm only playing radio versions of songs and do not want any blatantly sexualized songs. I also have a 18 yr old brother (studying to be a youth pastor) a 15 yr old sister, 10yr old sister, 8yr old and 5yr old brother. they will all be in attendance

@DumbleDora that's a great suggestion.

OP clearly we are split about 50/50, but that means potentially 50% of your guests would be uncomfortable with the song. So do what you want but that's good to note.

Personally, I think it's fine. I don't think the lyrics are overly raunchy.

If you both love the song then go for it! I went to my cousins wedding back in October and I honestly couldn't tell you what song their first dance was to.

I agree with others saying to use that song as your last song and choosing something more appropriate for your 1st dance.

"my eyes are the only things I don't want to take off of you" is also what is bothering me.

some people do pay attention to the song choice for first dance, MOB, FOG. recently at a wedding where the groom and his mother danced to 'Forever Young' which isn't inappropriate, but everyone found it odd for a mother/son dance. if it has meaning to them, great! but no one saw the tie in of mothers and sons.