Cut your wedding cake to a fun, flirty, or food-inspired song. Your guests will love an upbeat tempo or romantic ballad, and you'll love making a memory with your special cake-cutting song. Whether you love clever and sweet or classicly romantic songs, these tunes for your cake-cutting moment are all memorable choices.
Sweet & Food-Inspired Cake-Cutting Songs
Guests might think your moment is sweet and special, but they also want to dig into your carefully selected cake. Play a song with lyrics sweet as sugar and notes that satisfy guests' appetite for a good time.
"Sugar, Sugar" by The Archies
is an upbeat song with a fitting title, making it a fun and thematic choice.
"Sweet Thing" by Van Morrison
, the title and lyrics make it a clever pick for you cake cutting ceremony.
"I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)" by Four Tops
A Motown classic that's sweet and upbeat, guests will love bopping along to while you slice into the cake.
"Pour Some Sugar on Me" by Def Leppard
is for the couples who like to bring a little rock to the occasion!
"How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)" by James Taylor
The title says it all in It's sweet to be loved by your new spouse and even sweeter to enjoy wedding cake together.
"Cake by the Ocean" by DNCE
It's a modern, upbeat song. directly references cake - so naturally it's the perfect cake-cutting song.
"Sugar" by Maroon 5
The video itself is about the band crashing weddings, making a fun song choice for cutting your wedding cake.
"Sugar and Spice" by The Searchers
An oldie but goodie about sweet love, is so fitting for your reception.
"Candyman" by Christina Aguilera
is upbeat, fun, and deliciously sweet! Hopefully the cake you're slicing into is as well.
"Sweetest Thing" by U2
is a love song that speaks to the sweetness of the moment.
Romantic Cake-Cutting Songs
If you want to keep the romance flowing through your entire wedding and reception, choose a romantic song for your cake-cutting ceremony. This is a great way to include a song that might have been your second choice for the ceremony or the first dance.
"Lucky" by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat
celebrates being lucky in love. It's a sweet choice for your cake-cutting moment.
"A Moment Like This" by Kelly Clarkson
perfectly encapsulates a wedding's unforgettable moments, cake-cutting ceremony included.
"Love Story" by Taylor Swift
For the couples who consider their love story to be a fairy tale, Swift's just makes sense.
"Endless Love" by Diana Ross & Lionel Richie
expresses deep emotions you're probably feeling on your special day.
"The Sweetest Love" by Robin Thicke
A smooth, romantic tune, is perfect for this sweet occasion.
"Make You Feel My Love" by Adele
that embodies the deep love between the couple.
"At Last" by Etta James
is a soulful classic that signals the beginning of a long-awaited forever.
"Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran
is a modern love song that has quickly become a wedding classic.
"Marry Me" by Train
, perfect for a any wedding moment.
"A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri
A romantic song, captures the promise of forever.
"Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley
It's a timeless classic for a reason, and encapsulates the feeling of inevitability when you meet your person.
"Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers
is a romantic classic that never goes out of style and works as a timeless choice for cutting your cake.
"Perfect" by Ed Sheeran
A sweet and romantic modern love song, creates a beautiful soundtrack to your special ceremony.
"The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra
is a classic, swoon-worthy song that fits the moment.
"Your Song" by Elton John
is a sweet and personal song that feels intimate for a wedding but fun enough for the reception.
"All of Me" by John Legend
A beautiful love song, speaks to accepting each other fully.
"I Won't Give Up" by Jason Mraz
is a heartfelt song about the commitment and resilience of love.
"Say You Won't Let Go" by James Arthur
is beautiful song that tells a story of lasting love as you slice into your cake.
"First Day Of My Life" by Bright Eyes
An indie classic that's sweet and genuine, is a beautiful choice on your special day.
"Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton
Clapton's classic is a sweet love song that's perfect for a tender moment.
"You Are the Best Thing" by Ray LaMontagne
A soulful, feel-good song, celebrates love.
"I Choose You" by Sara Bareilles
is a sweet, upbeat song that's all about choosing your partner.
"Over The Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Kamakawiwo'ole's is popular version of the timeless classic. It's gentle, laid-back vibe creates a romantic atmosphere.
"Can't Take My Eyes off You" by Frankie Valli
is a classic love song that speaks to being enamored with your partner.
"Better Together" by Jack Johnson
is a gentle song that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of love and togetherness.
"Sweet Love" by Anita Baker
A soulful song, Baker's matches the romantic and sweet mood.
"Just the Way You Are" by Bruno Mars
celebrates love and acceptance, making it a beautiful choice for any part of your wedding.
Fun & Upbeat Cake-Cutting Songs
This part of your wedding reception is so full of joy, why not use a song that fits the mood? Surpise guests with a cake-cutting tune that encourages them to get on the dance floor after they grab their slice.
"Love On Top" by Beyoncé
An upbeat love song, will keep the celebration going long after the cake is gone.
"Love and Marriage" by Frank Sinatra
is a timeless classic and very appropriate for a wedding.
"Marry You" by Bruno Mars
A feel-good song, complements the celebratory mood.
"Everything" by Michael Bublé
is a beautiful love song and makes for a sweet cake cutting moment.
"Hit Me With Your Best Shot" by Pat Benatar
For those who want to add a little humor to the cake-smashing tradition, is clever and familiar to guests.
"You're My Best Friend" by Queen
A classic love song, is great for couples who are best friends.
"Happy Together" by The Turtles
is a classic, feel-good love song that creates a light and happy atmosphere.
"This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" by Natalie Cole
An upbeat and joyous song, is perfect for a celebration.
"You Make My Dreams Come True" by Hall & Oates
is an upbeat and catchy tune that's sure to get everyone in a celebratory mood.
"Cut the Cake" by Average White Band
Here's a that matches the cake-cutting event perfectly.
"Chapel of Love" by The Dixie Cups
is a classic wedding song about the joy of getting married.
"That's Amore" by Dean Martin
that talks about love in a lighthearted and fun way, perfect for cutting your cake with class.
"Honey Bee" by Blake Shelton
is a sweet as honey, country tune that fits the romance of the moment.
Slice Into Your New Life
The cake-cutting ceremony is meant to be fun, a little romantic, and a symbol of your commitment to one another. Choose a song that speaks to your love, is the perfect balance of romantic and upbeat, and helps you look back on this special moment with a smile.
