If there’s anything I’m familiar with, it’s music. More specifically, I’ve spent most of my life listening to pop-punk music and genres in that similar vein. These other genres include punk rock, pop, metalcore, alt-rock, alt-metal, and many more, so I instantly connect with alternative couples who want to add a bit of edge to their big day. If you’re against boring music for your wedding, check out this post and then reach out, because We. Are. On. The Same. Page.

Here, I’ll be compiling a list of pop-punk wedding songs that you should strongly consider using during your wedding if you’re also not over your emo/punk/rebellious phase. Again, please note some of these are in genres similar to pop-punk. Make sure to check out the full playlist by clicking here.

Wedding Ceremony

Vitamin String Quartet - I Miss You

YES, there are classical renditions of your favorite punk-rock classics. Vitamin String Quartet has endless options for pop-punk fans.

Vitamin String Quartet - Helena

Enjoy this hauntingly beautiful rendition of the My Chemical Romance classic.

Piano Tribute Players - The Anthem

I couldn’t let Vitamin String Quarter take all the credit, so here’s another great instrumental cover band bringing you your favorite Good Charlotte tunes in classical form.

First Dance Wedding Songs

Taylor Acorn - First Date

Taylor Acorn is a pop-punk cover goddess. Fall in love all over again as you play this track for your first dance.

Coheed and Cambria - Our Love

I’ve added this song to the list selfishly, as Coheed is one of my favorite bands. However, I did actually witness this as a couple’s first dance song, and it worked beautifully.

ADTR - You Had Me @ Hello

A Day To Remember holds a special place in my heart and my playlists, no matter how much I disagree with some of their newer music. That’s a conversation for another day. You Had Me At Hello was one of the first hits the band put out, and it holds up to this day. Make bae tear up during your first dance by using this song.

This Wild Life - Hold You Here

I mean, come on. The band is singing this song AT a wedding in the music video, so you know it’s going to be perfect as your first dance song. This also happens to be one of my wife’s favorite bands.

Wedding Reception

Death Cab For Cutie - I Will Follow You Into The Dark

Though some of the lyrics to this emo classic may seem a bit dire, the overall theme of the song fits right into the ‘til death do us part mantra.

The Maine - As Long As You Love Me

Hit two birds with one stone here with this track. The Maine honors the Backstreet Boys in this beautiful cover.

Secondhand Serenade - Fall For You

Dance Floor

New Found Glory - Kiss Me

Bet you can’t name the original band for this track. New Found Glory put their twist on this classic and it’s become a pop-punk staple in playlists around the globe.

Blink-182 - All The Small Things

If I had a nickel for how many times this banger has opened up wedding dancefloors… It’s a no-brainer for a hyped up wedding dancefloor.

The Killers - Mr. Brightside

This track is already a big hit at weddings, but I’m adding it to the list because even after hearing it so many times, it’s still a banger in my eyes. Play this track and watch the millennials flood the dance floor.

All Time Low - Dear Maria, Count Me In

No need to explain this one. Every pop-punk prince and princess knows this one.

Slow Dancing

Taylor Acorn - Jamie All Over

Taylor’s beautiful voice has landed her yet another spot on the list. Slow dance with your lover to the acoustic version of this Mayday Parade hit.

Boys Like Girls/Taylor Swift -Two Is Better Than One

Boys Like Girls. Taylor Swift. Enough said.

Mayday Parade - Piece Of Your Heart

Motionless In White - Eternally Yours

Okay, so the original version of this song would definitely be a wild card, even for this theme. Play the original, and you may have a wedding mosh pit on your hands. Luckily, we have this toned down version of the track, which makes for a perfect slow dance.

Honorable Mentions

Green Day - Last Night On Earth

The Wonder Years - You In January

Red Jumpsuit Apparatus - Your Guardian Angel

Dashboard Confessional - Stolen

Jimmy Eat World - The Middle

Bright Eyes - The First Day Of My Life

Relient K - Candlelight

Fall Out Boy - Dance, Dance

Simple Plan - Boom!

We The Kings - Check Yes Juliet

Something Corporate - Punk Rock Princess

Yellowcard - Ocean Avenue

LIT - My Own Worst Enemy

Conclusion | Pop Punk Wedding Songs

This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the best pop punk wedding songs. We’ve got a song for every moment of your day, so if you really want you could just bask in the pop-punk essence of your younger years. I won’t judge you. In fact, I might be too distracted by the badass tunes that I forget to hit record at the reception. JK, that hasn’t happened … yet.

Hope you enjoyed the post. Click here for the full pop punk wedding playlist, and let’s plan a kick-ass wedding.

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