The Cocktail Hour is a magical time during a wedding celebration. As guests mingle and raise a glass to the newlyweds, the right soundtrack can elevate the atmosphere to new heights. In 2024, Allstar Entertainment curated a list of the hottest and most eclectic cocktail hour songs to ensure your guests are serenaded with the perfect blend of rhythm and ambiance. From timeless classics to contemporary hits, these tracks promise to set the mood for an unforgettable celebration.
Timeless Elegance
1. Frank Sinatra - "Fly Me To The Moon"
2. Ella Fitzgerald - "Summertime"
3. Nat King Cole - "L-O-V-E"
4. Louis Armstrong - "What A Wonderful World"
5. Norah Jones - "Don't Know Why"
6. Michael Bublé - "Feeling Good"
7. Dean Martin - "Sway"
8. Etta James - "At Last"
9. Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga - "The Lady Is A Tramp"
10. Billie Holiday - "All of Me"
Smooth Jazz Grooves
11. George Benson - "Breezin'"
12. Dave Brubeck - "Take Five"
13. Miles Davis - "So What"
14. Kenny G - "Songbird"
15. Chris Botti - "When I Fall in Love"
16. Esperanza Spalding - "I Can't Help It"
17. Fourplay - "Bali Run"
18. Sade - "Smooth Operator"
19. Bob James - "Angela (Theme from Taxi)"
20. Herbie Hancock - "Cantaloupe Island"
Contemporary Classics
21. John Legend - "All of Me"
22. Ed Sheeran - "Perfect"
23. Adele - "Make You Feel My Love"
24. Bruno Mars - "Just the Way You Are"
25. Alicia Keys - "If I Ain't Got You"
26. Sam Smith - "Stay With Me"
27. James Arthur - "Say You Won't Let Go"
28. Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello - "Señorita"
29. Beyoncé - "Crazy In Love (Acoustic)"
30. John Mayer - "XO"
Indie Vibes
31. Vance Joy - "Riptide"
32. The Lumineers - "Ho Hey"
33. Mumford & Sons - "I Will Wait"
34. Hozier - "Take Me To Church"
35. Florence + The Machine - "Dog Days Are Over"
36. Of Monsters and Men - "Little Talks"
37. Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - "Home"
38. First Aid Kit - "Fireworks"
39. The Head and the Heart - "Rivers and Roads"
40. Lord Huron - "The Night We Met"
Upbeat and Funky
41. Earth, Wind & Fire - "September"
42. Stevie Wonder - "Isn't She Lovely"
43. Daft Punk - "Get Lucky"
44. Justin Timberlake - "Can't Stop the Feeling!"
45. Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars - "Uptown Funk"
46. Pharrell Williams - "Happy"
47. Michael Jackson - "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough"
48. Chic - "Good Times"
49. Kool & The Gang - "Get Down On It"
50. ABBA - "Dancing Queen"
With these 50 cocktail hour songs, your wedding celebration is destined to be a melodic journey through the ages and genres. From the classic crooners to the indie sensations and the funky beats that make you want to move, this playlist ensures that every guest will find a tune to savor. Let the music flow and the good times roll as you embark on a musical adventure that mirrors the joy and love of your special day.