30 Best Father-Daughter Dance Songs That You'll Remember Forever

This song is perfect, from the title to lyrics like: "You know it's hard to let go of that little girl whose whole body used to sleep on my chest." This one practically calls for a heartfelt slow dance at a wedding.

Michael Bublé essentially wrote a song that hypes up a daughter's confidence, with words that any father would agree with. His soothing voice and the nice message make this song great for a lasting memory.

Dads just want their daughters to know that they can count on them. Even when they're no longer small and are off doing adult things, dads will be there. This song is a good reminder of that.

"I hope you never look back, but ya never forget all the ones who love you, in the place you left." No, marriage doesn't mean you have to forget your life growing up—in fact, Dad won't let you!

If you grew up with a father who knew how to fix practically everything and who was someone you could go to for anything, then this song will resonate with you.

This John Mayer original was basically an anthem for fathers and daughters everywhere in the early 2000s. Channel that energy by playing this one at any special occasion.

Yes, your dad is an authority figure in your life, but he can also be your friend. Let this James Taylor tune act as a pledge to that very fact!

John Legend wrote this song for his very own daughter, Luna. The lyrics show him basically in awe that he gets to watch her grow up and develop a personality of her own—but not without emphasizing that he will be there for her no matter what.

When times get tough (or when you have really exciting news to share), your father might be the first person you go to. If so, "I Turn To You" is a great song to honor that.

Alex and Ladd's father-daughter wedding song definitely had to be included on this list. Anyone who was raised on a ranch like the Drummonds (and had a cowboy for a father) will certainly love hearing this one.

We're starting this list off strong with the tearjerkers of all tearjerkers! This could be the *perfect* father-daughter wedding song, or just one to listen to when you want to reminisce.

The trumpets and saxophones make this song 100% dance worthy. But being accompanied by Frank Sinatra's soothing, recognizable voice singing these sweet lyrics? Cue the father-daughter dance... now!

"This is for you, Daddy," Stevie Nicks says as she opens up a performance of her worldwide hit. The lyrics are bittersweet, but clearly distinctive of the relationship a father and daughter share.

"Isn't she lovely, isn't she wonderful? Isn't she precious, less than one minute old." Those are some heartfelt lyrics that any dad can resonate with!

Amos Lee created a simple tune with gentle lyrics. It's enough to put a smile on anyone's face!

Alright, if none of the other songs were able to tug at your heartstrings—this one certainly will! Holly Dunn sings about the loving memories she has with her father, making it a perfect song for dad and daughter duos everywhere.

No matter how old a daughter gets, she'll always be her father's "baby." Natalie Grant sings about that special bond.

Do you think Guns N' Roses knew that they created one of the most recognizable intros when they made this song? We can already hear fathers and daughters belting this one out!

Billy Joel's sweet ballad sounds like it came right out of a dream. It's calm enough for a slow dance, and sentimental enough some shared tears.

"Everywhere I went it seems I'd been there before. But you brighten up for me all of my days." Most dads can agree that their daughters brighten up their days! (No matter how much trouble they cause. 😉)