Planning a destination wedding? Here’s what most couples don’t realize about bringing in a DJ—from travel logistics and gear rentals to why it might actually save you money to fly out the DJ you really want.

Few reception moments hit the heart like the father daughter dance. To make picking “the one” easy, we built a 2025 ready Spotify playlist packed with fresh finds and timeless tearjerkers. From country storytellers and soulful R&B to upbeat crowd-pleasers (so those eyelashes stay intact), this guide breaks songs down by vibe and shows you how to trim, mash up, or personalize a track so it actually fits your story. We even map out a sample run-of-show to keep guests engaged and the emotions flowing. Hit play, grab a tissue and let your DJ handle the edits.