Mother/Son Song to Dance at Wedding - The DIS Discussion Forums

disneyfanatic60 · 07-12-2009, 11:05 AM

My son is getting married and I am trying to find a nice song for the Mother/Son dance. I've given him a few ideas and he doesn't like any of them. He doesn't want anything "mushy" and I want something with meaning. He jokingly asked me "why can't we dance to an Aerosmith song?" I think he's worried he would get too sentimental and doesn't want to admit it. Does anyone have any ideas?

Those on the list now are:

Wish - by Rascall Flatts (his choice)
The Man You have Become (my choice)
My Son (my choice)

LuvCuteBoys · 07-12-2009, 11:07 AM

I would probably go with the Aerosmith

CanBeGrumpy · 07-12-2009, 11:09 AM

I was at a wedding once where the mother and son danced to "Sunshine on My Shoulders" by John Denver, and it was very sweet. Not sure your son would go for such an "oldie" though!

momof1princess · 07-12-2009, 11:14 AM

I've never heard any of the songs on your list, OP, but if i may suggest a couple: "A Song For Mama" by Boyz II Men and "The Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys. There wouldn't be a dry eye in the house...I tear up just recalling the lyrics now, lol, I'm such a softie.

A Song For Mama

You taught me everything
And everything youve given me
I always keep it inside
Youre the driving force in my life, yeah
There isnt anything
Or anyone I can be
And it just wouldnt feel right
If I didnt have you by my side
You were there for me to love and care for me
When skies were grey
Whenever I was down
You were always there to comfort me
And no one else can be what you have been to me
Youll always be you always will be the girl
In my life for all times

Chorus:
Mama, mama you know I love you
Oh you know I love you
Mama, mama youre the queen of my heart
Your love is like
Tears from the stars
Mama, I just want you to know
Lovin you is like food to my soul
Youre always down for me
Have always been around for me even when I was bad
You showed me right from my wrong
Yes you did
And you took up for me
When everyone was downin me
You always did understand
You gave me strength to go on
There was so many times
Looking back when I was so afraid
And then you come to me
And say to me I can face anything
And no one else can do
What you have done for me
Youll always be
You will always be the girl in my life

The Perfect Fan

It takes a lot to know what is love
It's not the big things, but the little things
That can mean enough
A lot of prayers to get me through
And there is never a day that passes by
I don't think of you
You were always there for me
Pushing me and guiding me
Always to succeed

Chorus:
You showed me
When I was young just how to grow
You showed me
Everything that I should know
You showed me
Just how to walk without your hands
'Cause mom you always were
The perfect fan

God has been so good (ohh)
Blessing me with a family
Who did all they could (ohhh)
And I've had many years of grace
And it flatters me when I see the smile on your face
I wanna thank you for what you've done
In hopes I can give back to you
And be the perfect son

Chrous:
You showed me
When I was young just how to grow
You showed me
Everything that I should know
You showed me
Just how to walk without your hands
'Cause mom yo always were
The perfect fan

Bridge:
You showed me how to love (you showed me how to love)
You showed me how to care (showed me how to care)
And you showed me that you would
Always be there (always be there)
I wanna thank you for that time
And I'm proud to say you're mine

Chrous:
You showed me (you showed me)
When I was young just how to grow
You showed me
Everything that I should know
You showed me
Just how to walk without your hands
'Cause mom you always were
The perfect fan

'Cause mom you always were
Mom you always were
mom you always were
You know you always were
'Cause mom you always were
The perfect fan

I love you mom!

Pakey · 07-12-2009, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LuvCuteBoys

I would probably go with the Aerosmith

Me too.

Sandy321 · 07-12-2009, 11:17 AM

Lee ann Womak - I Hope You Dance

I hope you never lose your sense of wonder,
You get your fill to eat but always keep that hunger,
May you never take one single breath for granted,
God forbid love ever leave you empty handed,
I hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean,
Whenever one door
closes I hope one more opens,
Promise me that youll give faith a fighting chance,
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance.

I hope you dance....i hope you dance.

I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance,
Never settle for the path of least resistance
Livin might mean takin chances but theyre worth takin,
Lovin might be a mistake but its worth makin,
Dont let some hell bent heart leave you bitter,
When you come close to sellin out reconsider,
Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance,
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance.

I hope you dance....i hope you dance.
I hope you dance....i hope you dance.
(time is a wheel in constant motion always rolling us along,
Tell me who wants to look back on their years and wonder where those years have gone.)

I hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean,
Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens,
Promise me that youll give faith a fighting chance,
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance.

Dance....i hope you dance.
I hope you dance....i hope you dance.
I hope you dance....i hope you dance..
(time is a wheel in constant motion always rolling us along
Tell me who wants to look back on their years and wonder where those years have gone

Ohiodislover · 07-12-2009, 11:19 AM

What a Wonderful World--Louis Armstrong

Have I told you lately that I love you--Rod Stewart

All those years ago--George Harrison

Song for Mama--Boyz to Men

JessicaR · 07-12-2009, 11:27 AM

This one is by far my favorite. In My Life - The Beatles

These may work too.
I'll Stand By You - Pretenders
You Are The Sunshine Of My Life - Stevie Wonder

Congratulations!

DisneyBlonde · 07-12-2009, 11:31 AM

I actually did dance with my son to an Aerosmith song. It was my wedding, and he was a groomsmen, so it wasn't the traditional mother/son dance. But it was meaningful for us, because it had been he and I alone for so long.

We danced to "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing". He really wanted to dance to Ozzie "Dreamer", so I thought the Aerosmith ballad was a good compromise. And as far as songs go, it's one of my favorites.

happygirl · 07-12-2009, 11:39 AM

I hope you dance by LeAnn Womack

One of my favorites song is Angel by Aerosmith. You might be able to find a slower version of that song.

JessicaR · 07-12-2009, 11:40 AM

This is the only Aerosmith song that comes to mind for this occasion. Have a look at the lyrics. It sure is a beautiful song. I'm partial to Aerosmith but I think this is more appropriate for the Bride and Groom. What Aerosmith song does your son have in mind?

I don't wanna miss a thing.

I could stay awake just to hear you breathing
Watch you smile while you are sleeping
Far away and dreaming
I could spend my life in this sweet surrender
I could stay lost in this moment forever
Well, every moment spent with you
Is a moment I treasure

I don't wanna close my eyes
I don't wanna fall asleep
'Cause I'd miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing
'Cause even when I dream of you
The sweetest dream will never do
I'd still miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing

Lying close to you
Feeling your heart beating
And I'm wondering what you're dreaming
Wondering if it's me you're seeing
Then I kiss your eyes and thank God we're together
And I just wanna stay with you
In this moment forever, forever and ever

I don't wanna close my eyes
I don't wanna fall asleep
'Cause I'd miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing
'Cause even when I dream of you
The sweetest dream will never do
I'd still miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing

I don't wanna miss one smile
I don't wanna miss one kiss
Well, I just wanna be with you
Right here with you, just like this
I just wanna hold you close
Feel your heart so close to mine
And stay here in this moment
For all the rest of time

Don't wanna close my eyes
Don't wanna fall asleep
'Cause I'd miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing
'Cause even when I dream of you
The sweetest dream will never do
'Cause I'd still miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing

I don't wanna close my eyes
I don't wanna fall asleep
'Cause I'd miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing
'Cause even when I dream of you
The sweetest dream will never do
I'd still miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing

Don't wanna close my eyes
Don't wanna fall asleep, yeah
I don't wanna miss a thing

SIMPLE MAN - LYNYRD SKYNYRD, another suggestion.

SamRoc · 07-12-2009, 11:59 AM

DS and I danced to "Beautiful Boy" by John Lennon at his First Holy Communion. I think it would be a great song for a wedding too.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMCmo...eature=related

Lisa loves Pooh · 07-12-2009, 12:04 PM

My brother used "Baby Mine" from Dumbo--but the version sung by Allison Krause I believe. Beautiful--a bit mushy--but I say bud up with your future dil to get it played.

anniemae · 07-12-2009, 12:05 PM

I love "wish" by Rascal Flats also love "wonderful world" by Louis Armstrong.

powellrj · 07-12-2009, 12:13 PM

We danced to You'll Be in My Heart by Phil Collins from the Lion King

My was voting for Back Where you Belong by 38 special because he got married when he got back from Iraq, but I was vetoed!

07-12-2009, 11:05 AM	#1
disneyfanatic60 DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 792	Mother/Son Song to Dance at Wedding My son is getting married and I am trying to find a nice song for the Mother/Son dance. I've given him a few ideas and he doesn't like any of them. He doesn't want anything "mushy" and I want something with meaning. He jokingly asked me "why can't we dance to an Aerosmith song?" I think he's worried he would get too sentimental and doesn't want to admit it. Does anyone have any ideas? Those on the list now are: Wish - by Rascall Flatts (his choice) The Man You have Become (my choice) My Son (my choice)

07-12-2009, 11:07 AM	#2
LuvCuteBoys Doing good is not a competition Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,006	I would probably go with the Aerosmith __________________ Please see the Hidden Mickey for Haiti thread

07-12-2009, 11:14 AM	#4
momof1princess DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 3,160	I've never heard any of the songs on your list, OP, but if i may suggest a couple: "A Song For Mama" by Boyz II Men and "The Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys. There wouldn't be a dry eye in the house...I tear up just recalling the lyrics now, lol, I'm such a softie. A Song For Mama You taught me everything And everything youve given me I always keep it inside Youre the driving force in my life, yeah There isnt anything Or anyone I can be And it just wouldnt feel right If I didnt have you by my side You were there for me to love and care for me When skies were grey Whenever I was down You were always there to comfort me And no one else can be what you have been to me Youll always be you always will be the girl In my life for all times Chorus: Mama, mama you know I love you Oh you know I love you Mama, mama youre the queen of my heart Your love is like Tears from the stars Mama, I just want you to know Lovin you is like food to my soul Youre always down for me Have always been around for me even when I was bad You showed me right from my wrong Yes you did And you took up for me When everyone was downin me You always did understand You gave me strength to go on There was so many times Looking back when I was so afraid And then you come to me And say to me I can face anything And no one else can do What you have done for me Youll always be You will always be the girl in my life The Perfect Fan It takes a lot to know what is love It's not the big things, but the little things That can mean enough A lot of prayers to get me through And there is never a day that passes by I don't think of you You were always there for me Pushing me and guiding me Always to succeed Chorus: You showed me When I was young just how to grow You showed me Everything that I should know You showed me Just how to walk without your hands 'Cause mom you always were The perfect fan God has been so good (ohh) Blessing me with a family Who did all they could (ohhh) And I've had many years of grace And it flatters me when I see the smile on your face I wanna thank you for what you've done In hopes I can give back to you And be the perfect son Chrous: You showed me When I was young just how to grow You showed me Everything that I should know You showed me Just how to walk without your hands 'Cause mom yo always were The perfect fan Bridge: You showed me how to love (you showed me how to love) You showed me how to care (showed me how to care) And you showed me that you would Always be there (always be there) I wanna thank you for that time And I'm proud to say you're mine Chrous: You showed me (you showed me) When I was young just how to grow You showed me Everything that I should know You showed me Just how to walk without your hands 'Cause mom you always were The perfect fan 'Cause mom you always were Mom you always were mom you always were You know you always were 'Cause mom you always were The perfect fan I love you mom! __________________ Last edited by momof1princess; 07-12-2009 at 11:24 AM.

07-12-2009, 11:17 AM	#6
Sandy321 Crazy enough to want to do another Half Marathon! If it were all about me? - I'd go with the Princesses!! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: East of Utahmama and SW of MinnieMoo, Posts: 5,318	Lee ann Womak - I Hope You Dance I hope you never lose your sense of wonder, You get your fill to eat but always keep that hunger, May you never take one single breath for granted, God forbid love ever leave you empty handed, I hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean, Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens, Promise me that youll give faith a fighting chance, And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance. I hope you dance....i hope you dance. I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance, Never settle for the path of least resistance Livin might mean takin chances but theyre worth takin, Lovin might be a mistake but its worth makin, Dont let some hell bent heart leave you bitter, When you come close to sellin out reconsider, Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance, And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance. I hope you dance....i hope you dance. I hope you dance....i hope you dance. (time is a wheel in constant motion always rolling us along, Tell me who wants to look back on their years and wonder where those years have gone.) I hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean, Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens, Promise me that youll give faith a fighting chance, And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance. Dance....i hope you dance. I hope you dance....i hope you dance. I hope you dance....i hope you dance.. (time is a wheel in constant motion always rolling us along Tell me who wants to look back on their years and wonder where those years have gone __________________ Another Miracle Trip Report Jan '10 in progress Link ? ? ? God and Miracles '08 Half Marathon Trip Report w/ pics complete! Link New Pre trip report Jan '11 Half Training Link

07-12-2009, 11:31 AM	#9
DisneyBlonde Popcorn and a Cold Beer..doesn't get any better than this! Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 2,100	I actually did dance with my son to an Aerosmith song. It was my wedding, and he was a groomsmen, so it wasn't the traditional mother/son dance. But it was meaningful for us, because it had been he and I alone for so long. We danced to "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing". He really wanted to dance to Ozzie "Dreamer", so I thought the Aerosmith ballad was a good compromise. And as far as songs go, it's one of my favorites. __________________ Tink is my signature color! POP Fridge Swap

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07-12-2009, 11:09 AM	#3
CanBeGrumpy Has a built in Mayo gag reflex Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 554	I was at a wedding once where the mother and son danced to "Sunshine on My Shoulders" by John Denver, and it was very sweet. Not sure your son would go for such an "oldie" though!

07-12-2009, 11:19 AM	#7
Ohiodislover DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 2,390	What a Wonderful World--Louis Armstrong Have I told you lately that I love you--Rod Stewart All those years ago--George Harrison Song for Mama--Boyz to Men

07-12-2009, 11:27 AM	#8
JessicaR DIS Veteran I wanna shoot aliens in the AM too! The Grinch is rude in a funny sorta way run to the hams! Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 7,264	This one is by far my favorite. In My Life - The Beatles These may work too. I'll Stand By You - Pretenders You Are The Sunshine Of My Life - Stevie Wonder Congratulations!

07-12-2009, 11:39 AM	#10
happygirl Wishing upon Okay this is starting to get freaky Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 6,861	I hope you dance by LeAnn Womack One of my favorites song is Angel by Aerosmith. You might be able to find a slower version of that song. __________________ hubby Richard 37 me Jenny 32 daughter Ashlyn 6 son Brady 4 Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away

07-12-2009, 11:40 AM	#11
JessicaR DIS Veteran I wanna shoot aliens in the AM too! The Grinch is rude in a funny sorta way run to the hams! Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 7,264	This is the only Aerosmith song that comes to mind for this occasion. Have a look at the lyrics. It sure is a beautiful song. I'm partial to Aerosmith but I think this is more appropriate for the Bride and Groom. What Aerosmith song does your son have in mind? I don't wanna miss a thing. I could stay awake just to hear you breathing Watch you smile while you are sleeping Far away and dreaming I could spend my life in this sweet surrender I could stay lost in this moment forever Well, every moment spent with you Is a moment I treasure I don't wanna close my eyes I don't wanna fall asleep 'Cause I'd miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing 'Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do I'd still miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing Lying close to you Feeling your heart beating And I'm wondering what you're dreaming Wondering if it's me you're seeing Then I kiss your eyes and thank God we're together And I just wanna stay with you In this moment forever, forever and ever I don't wanna close my eyes I don't wanna fall asleep 'Cause I'd miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing 'Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do I'd still miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing I don't wanna miss one smile I don't wanna miss one kiss Well, I just wanna be with you Right here with you, just like this I just wanna hold you close Feel your heart so close to mine And stay here in this moment For all the rest of time Don't wanna close my eyes Don't wanna fall asleep 'Cause I'd miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing 'Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do 'Cause I'd still miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing I don't wanna close my eyes I don't wanna fall asleep 'Cause I'd miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing 'Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do I'd still miss you, babe And I don't wanna miss a thing Don't wanna close my eyes Don't wanna fall asleep, yeah I don't wanna miss a thing SIMPLE MAN - LYNYRD SKYNYRD, another suggestion.

07-12-2009, 11:59 AM	#12
SamRoc Time has no meaning when your free Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 3,325	DS and I danced to "Beautiful Boy" by John Lennon at his First Holy Communion. I think it would be a great song for a wedding too. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMCmo...eature=related __________________ 1st trip 1975,1st anniversary trip 1983,Polynesian 1987,Ft. Wilderness Cabins 1990,Ft. Wilderness Cabins 1992, Contemporary 1995,Contemporary 1998 Disney Cruise,Polynesian Oct 2000, Fort Wilderness Cabins 2001, Motorhome Ft. Wilderness 2003, Grand Villa OKW April 2004,VWL Christmas 2004, Rental home April 2005,Ft. Wilderness Cabins Oct 2005 MNSSHP, Rental home Christmas 2005, 1st time in our home in Emerald Island Feb 2006!, EI March 2006, EI April 2006,EI June 2006, EI and Disney Magic (Wedding)August 2006,EI Oct 2006 MNSSHP ,Feb 2007,April 2007,Oct 2007 (Our 25th Anniversary!)Dec 2007 VWL, Jan 2008 EI,May 2008 EI,Dec 2008-March 2009 (1st snowbird experience!) June 2009 EI

07-12-2009, 12:04 PM	#13
Lisa loves Pooh DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Florida--on the coast SE of Disney Posts: 25,875	My brother used "Baby Mine" from Dumbo--but the version sung by Allison Krause I believe. Beautiful--a bit mushy--but I say bud up with your future dil to get it played.

07-12-2009, 12:05 PM	#14
anniemae DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 526	I love "wish" by Rascal Flats also love "wonderful world" by Louis Armstrong.

07-12-2009, 12:13 PM	#15
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