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Beginner August 2012

Background music for wedding breakfast

Becky424, 11 August, 2012 at 09:30 Posted on Planning 0 10

Please help! We're getting married 2 weeks today and we can't think of music!! We really need to think of some background music for during the wedding breakfast....only thing is I can only think of chilled out music with sad lyrics! Any ideas of good music to have that's approprately happy??

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Latest activity by Ava, today at 07:09
  • Fran @ Hitched
    Beginner April 2012
    Fran @ Hitched ·
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    Hi Becky424,

    The wedding party or wedding breakfast categories on our wedding songs page might help you with inspiration?

    https://www.hitched.co.uk/wedding-songs/

    ?

    Fran x

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  • JayneyB
    Beginner November 2012
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    I am hoping I can use the Piano Tribute Players music. Its pop,rock and everything in between played on pianos mostly. We have our DJ providing a sound system to play music so just need to check he can get these mp3s. I'm looking forward to seeing our guests faces when they realise they are listening to a rather different version of Guns and Roses' Paradise City!

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  • Tracey86
    Beginner October 2012
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    Could you go for instrumental versions of the chill out music, then it won't really matter that the lyrics are sad.

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  • *Funky*
    Beginner January 2001
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    Ministry of sound do a chilled acoustic compolation album which is good background music.

    Radio 1s live lounge albums (various artists doing covers of other songs) have a good mix of background music.

    But as others have suggested any song with lyrics may have depressing lyrics so maybe instrumental versions is the way forward, Ashton do classical versions of pop songs which makes good background music we having this after our ceremony.

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  • jonesmel_25
    Beginner September 2012
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    Becky424 - I went on Spotify to help with ours and OH's brother was also a big help too!!!!

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  • sahilverma3
    Dedicated February 2010 Surrey
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    Savvy July 2026 East London
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  • Salman
    Curious January 2025 East Central London
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    Choosing the right background music can really set the mood for a wedding breakfast without becoming too distracting. Something light and upbeat would create a warm atmosphere while giving guests plenty of room to chat and enjoy the meal. It reminds me of how the right equipment can also make outdoor experiences more enjoyable. For couples who enjoy adventures together, the Pelican Argo 136XP Tandem Kayak offers a comfortable way to explore the water as a pair. Its stable design, adjustable backrests, and generous storage make it well suited for relaxed recreational trips.

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  • Freya
    Beginner September 2026 Durham
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    Hi,

    A good wedding breakfast playlist should stay pleasant and unobtrusive while creating a warm atmosphere. I’d lean toward a mix of familiar songs and softer tracks, https://metrolistapks.com/ with smooth background playback so conversations aren’t interrupted. For people planning playlists on Android, Metrolist is another lightweight option worth exploring.

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  • John
    Greater Manchester
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    I’d go for upbeat, feel-good songs that create a nice atmosphere without being too distracting. Acoustic versions and light pop/soul tracks can work really well during the wedding breakfast. Songs like “Signed, Sealed, Delivered,” “Lovely Day,” “You Make My Dreams,” or “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” have a happy feel without being too loud or overwhelming.

    You could also make a playlist with a mix of your favourite songs and a few instrumental/acoustic versions of romantic tracks. That way you get the wedding atmosphere without worrying about lyrics that are too sad or distracting. Most importantly, choose songs that mean something to you as a couple—you’ll probably enjoy the playlist much more that way!

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  • Ava
    Beginner September 2026 Tyne & Wear
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    Hello,

    Choosing background music for a wedding breakfast can really shape the atmosphere without overpowering conversations. A smooth playlist with gentle acoustic, jazz, or instrumental tracks usually works well. I also like using lightweight music apps with background playback, when putting together https://metrolistapks.com/ relaxed playlists for special occasions.

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