The pre-ceremony time is crucial to setting the “happy tears / turn down for nothing” vibe you want for your wedding, and for this, the soundtrack is key. “Got to be starting something” is bit of a blunt weapon, so here are some “taking your seats” tracks to get the good times (gently) rolling…

Good Lovin’ – Ludacris feat Miguel
Be My Forever – Christina Perri and Ed Sheeran
Half Moon – Ben Kunder
Dream Lover – The Vaccines
Overload – Life of Dillon
Need You Now – Hot Chip
Hold Back the River – James Bay
Post To Be – Omarion feat Chris Brown and Jhene Aiko
Postcards from Paradise – Ringo Starr
Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding

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