16 Oldies That Will Rewind Your First Dance to the Good Ol' Days

Wedding season is in full swing, which means music is a top priority for a lot of brides. While getting people on the dance floor is key with upbeat party songs, you also want to slow things down a bit. First-dance songs are a memorable moment for any bride, and the possibilities seem to be endless. You can go for classic Ed Sheeran songs, R&B tunes, or new hits that are currently climbing the charts, but what about the bride who wants to take it back . . . way back?

There's no denying that decades like the '50s and '60s produced some of the greatest and most swoon-worthy songs the world has ever heard, so in honor of those amazing hits, we've rounded up all the ones that could work for your first dance. Whether you want to slowly move across the floor or do a quick step with your partner, keep reading for all the old-school tunes to celebrate your big day with.

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"Come Go With Me" by The Del-Vikings

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"Nothing Can Change This Love" by Sam Cooke

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"I Walk the Line" by Johnny Cash

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"Sweeter Than You" by Ricky Nelson

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"This Magic Moment" by The Drifters and Ben E. King

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"Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley

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"Unforgettable" by Nat King Cole

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"All I Have to Do Is Dream" by The Everly Brothers

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"At Last" by Etta James

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"I'll Be Seeing You" by Billie Holiday

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"All the Way" by Frank Sinatra

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"When I Fall in Love" by Nat King Cole

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"Only You (And You Alone)" by The Platters

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"Stand by Me" by Ben E. King