17 Unique First Dance Songs of 2018
The wedding professionals at Duet Dance Studio put their heads together and are pleased to present a list of the hottest, unique first dance songs for 2018. In the list below you’ll find new hits, beautiful country songs, and classic oldies. THE BEST PART? We’ve listed the style(s) of dance which fit each song, so that you can get started on your first dance right away! Need more help with your first dance? Book a lesson with Duet Dance Studio for a personalized lesson with one of our pros who can help you customize your first dance and meet your goals. If you don’t live in the Chicago area, check out our Online Wedding Dance Program, which makes long distance learning a breeze!
1. "It Ain't Wrong Loving You" by HONNE
Dance styles: Rumba and Smooth Swing
2. "Love on the Brain" by Rihanna
Dance Style: Modified Waltz
3. "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran
Style: Modified Waltz
4. "City of Stars" from La La Land
Dance Style: Rumba
5. "Something in the Way You Move" by Ellie Goulding
Dance Styles: Rumba and Smooth Swing
6. "Stay" by Zedd & Alessia Cara
Dance Styles: Rumba and Smooth Swing
7. "Electric Love" by Borns
Dance Styles: Rumba and Smooth Swing
8. "Something Just Like This" by The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
Dance Styles: Rumba, Smooth Swing, and Salsa!
9. "Mean to Me" by Brett Eldridge
Dance Style: Slow Foxtrot
10. "Head Over Boots" by Jon Pardi
Dance Styles: Rumba, East Coast Swing (Triple) and Slow Country 2-Step
11. "In Case you Didn't Know" by Brett Young
Dance Styles: Slow Foxtrot and Single Swing
12. "From the Ground Up" by Dan and Shay
Dance Styles: Modified Waltz and Smooth Swing
13. "The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra
Dance Styles: Foxtrot and Single Swing
14. "L-O-V-E" by Nat King Cole
Dance Styles: Foxtrot and Single Swing
15. "How Sweet It Is" by Marvin Gaye
Dance Styles: Rumba, Smooth Swing or Triple Swing
16. "You and Me" by Penny and the Quarters
Dance Styles: Rumba, Smooth Swing
17. "Coming Home" by Leon Bridges
Dance Style: Slow Foxtrot
Cover Photo: Matt Andrews Photography featuring Duet's students, Megan and Donnie.
The Duet Team is a group of friendly dancers who are passionate about helping people and sharing the joy of ballroom dance. And we love to make new friends and have fun at work! Duet Dance Studio is located in Chicago West Bucktown. We offer ballroom dance lessons, wedding dance instruction and private dance parties. Online Wedding Dance Lessons and Skype dance lessons are also available! Dances we teach include Salsa, Swing, Tango, Bachata, Merengue, Waltz and Foxtrot. Sign up for an introductory dance lesson now to get started!