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Best Slow Songs


Last Updated on February 24, 2024 by Ryan Conlon


A good slow song can get people up and dancing, which is why DJs are always on the lookout for new tunes.

The best of these songs will not only have a catchy beat, but also an uplifting message that makes you want to dance with your friends or partner.

You’re probably wondering why I’m writing this blog post about the best slow songs of all time. Well, for a lot of reasons actually.

One reason is that I love music and have been DJing since age 15.

Another reason is because as the mobile DJ industry has grown over the last few years, more and more clients are requesting these types of songs for their weddings or other events they may be hosting.

In this blog post we’ll look at some of the “best slow songs” ever written (Classic and New Love Songs).

Best Slow Songs of all Time

A slow song is a great way to set the mood for an intimate night with your loved one.

It can help you get in the right mindset for romance and intimacy, or it can be used as background music at a wedding reception.

The best love songs of all time are ones that can be enjoyed by listeners of any age group.

The following list includes some popular romantic ballads that will have you feeling nostalgic, some feel good classics from yesteryear, and even some hits from today’s top artists!

50’s and 60’s Slow Dance Songs

Music is one of the most important parts of a wedding, but it can be tough to find songs that are appropriate for an older crowd. That’s when you need to turn to “50s and 60s Slow Songs.”

These slow hits were popular in the 50’s and 60’s as well as today! You will feel like you are transported back in time with these classic hit love songs.

  1. Elvis Presley – Love Me Tender (1957)
  2. Elvis Presley – Can’t Help Falling In Love (1961)
  3. Nat King Cole – Unforgettable (1951)
  4. Etta James – At Last (1960)
  5. Frank Sinatra – The Way You Look Tonight (1964)
  6. Righteous Brothers – Unchained Melody (1965)
  7. Ben E. King – Stand By Me (1960)
  8. Patsy Cline – Crazy (1961)
  9. Platters – Smoke Gets In Your Eyes (1958)
  10. Ray Charles – Georgia On My Mind (1960)
  11. Frank Sinatra – Strangers In The Night (1966)
  12. Temptations – My Girl (1965)
  13. Beach Boys – God Only Knows (1966)
  14. Righteous Brothers – You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling (1965)
  15. Louis Armstrong – What A Wonderful World (1967)

50’s and 60’s Slow Dance Songs

Elvis Presley – Love Me Tender (1957)

“It was the first slow song that Elvis Presley recorded, in 1953. Later it became his most requested slow dancing song.”

Did you know that Elvis Presley recorded the first song in history to sell over one million copies?


70’s Slow Dance Songs

There are many types of people out there looking for music to enjoy at their wedding or party, but when it comes to slow dancing or just enjoying some great tunes with your significant other, you can’t beat the good oldies from 1970s.

  1. Marvin Gaye – Let’s Get It On (1973)
  2. Elton John – Your Song (1970)
  3. Fleetwood Mac – Landslide (1975)
  4. Lionel Richie – Three Times A Lady (1978)
  5. Eric Clapton – Wonderful Tonight (1977)
  6. Carole King – So Far Away (1971)
  7. 10cc – I’m Not in Love (1975)
  8. Fleetwood Mac – Dreams (1977)
  9. Bee Gees – How Deep Is Your Love (1977)
  10. Heatwave – Always & Forever (1977)
  11. Billy Joel – Just the Way You Are (1977)
  12. James Taylor – Fire and Rain (1970)
  13. The Rolling Stones – Wild Horses (1971)
  14. Kansas – Dust in the Wind (1977)
  15. Gordon Lightfoot – Sundown (1974)
  16. Alice Cooper – You And Me (1977)
  17. Styx – Lady (1973)
  18. The Rolling Stones – Beast Of Burden (1978)
  19. Billy Joel – She’s Got a Way About Her (1971)
  20. Bette Midler – The Rose (1979)
  21. James Taylor – How Sweet it is (1975)
  22. Christopher Cross – Sailing (1979)
  23. Seals & Crofts – Summer Breeze (1972)

70’s Slow Dance Songs

Marvin Gaye – Let’s Get It On (1973)

“Marvin Gaye is one of the greatest soul singers of all time and Let’s Get It On was his most successful album. The slow song that everyone knows, “Let’s Get It On,” is still played on the radio today and has been covered by many artists.


80’s Slow Dance Songs

Do you find yourself feeling nostalgic for the 80’s? Do you remember when slow songs ruled the airwaves and played on repeat in every club?

This list is all about playing some of those classic slow jams that everyone knows and loves.
You’ll find a list of all your favorite “slow dancing” hits, from Whitney Houston to Michael Jackson.

  1. Phil Collins – A Groovy Kind Of Love (1988)
  2. Chris de Burgh – Lady in Red (1986)
  3. Peter Cetera – Glory of Love (1986)
  4. Cyndi Lauper – Time After Time (1983)
  5. Richard Marx – Right Here Waiting (1989)
  6. Madonna – Crazy For You (1985)
  7. Chicago – Hard To Say I’m Sorry (1982)
  8. Genesis – In Too Deep (1986)
  9. Debbie Gibson – Lost in Your Eyes (1989)
  10. Phil Collins – One More Night (1985)
  11. Peter Gabriel – In Your Eyes (1986)
  12. Berlin – Take My Breath Away (1986)
  13. Luther Vandross – Here And Now (1989)
  14. Bryan Adams – Heaven (1984)
  15. Patrick Swayze – She’s Like the Wind (1987)
  16. Paul Young – Every Time You Go (1985)
  17. Jeff Healey Band – Angel Eyes (1989)
  18. Roxette – It Must Have Been Love (1986)
  19. Bonnie Tyler – Total Eclipse of the Heart (1983)
  20. Bette Midler – The Wind Beneath My Wings (1988)
  21. Richard Marx – Hold On To The Night (1987)
  22. Air Supply – Having You Near Me (1980)
  23. Joe Cocker – You Are So Beautiful (1989)
  24. Diana Ross & Lionel Richie – Endless Love (1981)
  25. Bangles – Eternal Flame (1988)
  26. Chris Issak – Wicked Game (1989)
  27. Simply Red – If You Don’t Know Me By Now (1989)
  28. Crowded House – Don’t Dream It’s Over (1986)
  29. Peter Cetera & Amy Grant – Next Time I Fall In Love (1986)
  30. Mike + The Mechanics – The Living Years (1988)

80's Slow Dance Songs

Phil Collins – A Groovy Kind Of Love (1988)

Phil Collins is a musician and songwriter who has been in the music industry for over 40 years. “A Groovy Kind of Love” was released as a single in 1988, from his album “…But Seriously”. The slow song reached number one on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and it was certified gold by the RIAA. It also peaked at number one in New Zealand.


80’s Rock Slow Songs

Your guests are sure to dance and sing along when you play these 80s rock slow songs.

With big hair, neon clothes, and a lot of synthesizers it’s no wonder that the 80s had some awesome slow jams!
What is your favorite love song from the 1980s?

  1. Poison – I Won’t Forget (1986)
  2. Foreigner – I Want To Know What Love Is (1984)
  3. REO Speedwagon – Can’t Fight This Feeling (1984)
  4. Journey – Faithfully (1983)
  5. Pat Benatar – We Belong (1984)
  6. U2 – All I Want Is You (1988)
  7. Journey – Send Her My Love (1983)
  8. Aerosmith – Angel (1987)
  9. U2 – With or Without You (1987)
  10. Warrant – Heaven (1989)
  11. Kiss – Forever (1989)
  12. Tesla – Love Song (1989)
  13. Journey – Open Arms (1982)
  14. The Police – Every Breath You Take (1983)
  15. The Cars – Drive (1984)
  16. INXS – Never Tear Us Apart (1987)
  17. Mötley Crüe – Home Sweet Home (1985)
  18. Chicago – You’re the Inspiration (1984)
  19. Journey – When You Love a Woman (1988)
  20. Foreigner – Waiting for a Girl Like You (1981)
  21. REO Speedwagon – Keep On Loving You (1980)
  22. Cinderella – Don’t Know What You Got (1988)
  23. Bad English – When I See You Smile (1989)
  24. Skid Row – I’ll Remember You (1989)

80’s Rock Slow Songs

Poison – I Won’t Forget (1986)

Poison’s 1986 album, “Look What the Cat Dragged In” is a classic rock n’ roll album that has been influential to many young people.

The songs are catchy and usually have a happy vibe to them. The lyrics are filled with clever wordplay and humor, while still remaining meaningful in their message. One of my favorite tracks on this album is “I Won’t Forget.”

This slow song tells an important story about how we should never forget our loved ones who have passed away – for they will always be with us in spirit.


80’s Slow Country Songs

The 80’s were a time of big hair, synth pop, and cowboy hats. The decade was the beginning of modern music with new artists emerging to take over from those before them.

While there are many songs that come to mind when we think back on this era, it is also hard not to remember all those slow country songs that were played at every wedding reception for years after.

  1. George Strait – You Look So Good In Love (1983)
  2. Garth Brooks – The Dance (1989)
  3. Kenny Rogers – Through The Years (1981)
  4. Randy Travis – Forever And Ever, Amen (1987)
  5. Vince Gill – When I Call Your Name (1989)
  6. Garth Brooks – Unanswered Prayers (1989)
  7. Alabama – There’s No Way (1985)
  8. Holly Dunn – Daddy’s Hands (1986)
  9. The Judds — Grandpa (1985)
  10. George Strait – The Chair (1985)
  11. Alabama – Feels So Right (1981)
  12. Alabama – You’ve Got The Touch (1986)
  13. Keith Whitley – Don’t Close Your Eyes (1988)
  14. Anne Murray – Could I Have This Dance (1980)
  15. Kenny Rogers – Don’t fall in love with a dreamer (1980)
  16. George Jones – He Stopped Loving Her Today (1980)
  17. Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers – Islands in the Stream (1982)

80's Slow Country Songs

George Strait – You Look So Good In Love (1983)

George Strait is one of the most iconic country singers of all time. His love songs are widely known and loved by people from across the world.

One slow song in particular that I am going to talk about today is You Look So Good In Love (1983).


90’s Slow Dance Songs

When I was a teenager in the 1990s, slow dance songs were all the rage. Every school dance, prom, or any other social gathering would have at least one slow song playing. It seemed like every time you turned on MTV your favorite artist had just released another single with a catchy beat and lyrics about falling in love.

It seems that today’s teenagers don’t listen to this type of music anymore. But if you’re still looking for some good old fashioned tunes for those long walks home from your date’s house (or maybe even to get ready for your first date) then check out these 90s Slow Dance Songs!

  1. Edwin McCain – I’ll Be (1997)
  2. Selena – I Could Fall In Love (1995)
  3. Savage Garden – Truly Madly Deeply (1997)
  4. Marc Cohn – True Companion (1991)
  5. Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You (1992)
  6. Mariah Carey – Hero (1993)
  7. Selena – Dreaming Of You (1995)
  8. Rod Stewart – Have I told you lately (1991)
  9. Aerosmith – I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing (1998)
  10. Céline Dion – My Heart Will Go On (1997)
  11. Spice Girls – 2 Become 1 (1996)
  12. Chantal Kreviazuk – Feels Like Home (1999)
  13. Hanson – I Will Come To You (1997)
  14. Paula Abdul – Rush Rush (1991)
  15. Bon Jovi – Bed Of Roses (1992)
  16. Eric Clapton – Tears In Heaven (1992)
  17. Edwin McCain – I Could Not Ask For More (1999)
  18. Savage Garden – I Knew I Loved You (1999)
  19. Celine Dion – Because You Loved Me (1993)
  20. David Gray – This Year’s Love (1999)
  21. Seal – Kiss From a Rose (1994)
  22. Sarah McLachlan – Angel (1997)
  23. 98 Degrees – Invisible Man (1997)
  24. Ricky Martin – She’s All I Ever Had (1999)
  25. Tom Petty – Angel Dream (1996)
  26. Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way (1999)
  27. Marc Anthony – You Sang To Me (1999)
  28. Jewel – You Were Meant For Me (1996)
  29. 98 Degrees – I Do (1999)
  30. Savage Garden – I Knew I Loved You (1999)
  31. Duran Duran – Ordinary World (1992)
  32. Backstreet Boys – As Long As You Love Me (1997)
  33. Bryan Adams – (Everything I Do) I Do It For You (1991)
  34. *NSYNC – (God Must Have Spent) A Little More Time On You (1997)
  35. Regina Belle & Peabo Bryson – A Whole New World (1992)

90's Slow Dance Songs

Edwin McCain – I’ll Be (1997)

“I’ll Be (1997)” is a love song by Edwin McCain from his album, “Misguided Roses”.

It was the follow-up to his 1996 slow dancing hit “I Could Not Ask For More”, and it became an even bigger hit than its predecessor.


90’s R&B Slow Songs

Nowadays, most people love to dance and party to fast-paced music. But what about those who prefer slow jams?

If you’re looking for some good old fashioned 90’s R&B slow songs, then this list is just for you.

  1. Brian McKnight – Back At One (1999)
  2. Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You (1992)
  3. Usher – Nice and Slow (1998)
  4. Monica – Angel of Mine (1998)
  5. SWV – Weak (1993)
  6. Soul For Real – Candy Rain (1994)
  7. TLC – Baby-Baby-Baby (1992)
  8. Toni Braxton – Un-Break My Heart (1996)
  9. Vanessa Williams – Save The Best For Last (1991)
  10. Blessid Union of Souls – Let Me Be the One (1995)
  11. Jon B – Pretty Girl (1995)
  12. Next – Too Close (1997)
  13. Mya – It’s All About Me (1998)
  14. Brandy – I Wanna Be Down (1994)
  15. Toni Braxton – Unbreak My Heart (1996)
  16. 112 – Cupid (1996)
  17. TLC – Diggin’ On You (1992)
  18. All-4-One – I Swear (1994)
  19. KC and Jojo – All My Life (1997)
  20. Keith Sweat – Nobody (1996)
  21. Joe – I Wanna Know (1999)
  22. Mariah Carey – My All (1998)
  23. Tyrese – Lately (1998)
  24. Groove Theory – Tell Me (1995)
  25. SWV – I’m So Into You (1992)
  26. Babyface – When Can I See You (1994)
  27. Mariah Carey – One Sweet Day (1995)
  28. Boyz 2 Men – Its So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday (1991)

90's R&B Slow Songs

Brian McKnight – Back At One (1999)

Did you know that Brian McKnight was the first artist to have four consecutive platinum albums?
In 1999, he released his fifth album Back At One.

This album is different from his other albums because it features R&B and Pop songs instead of ballads. The two singles on this album are “Back at One” and “One Woman Man”.


90’s Rock Slow Songs

Some of these are classic tunes that everyone knows and loves, while others may be more obscure. Either way, if they were popular in the 90s then they are guaranteed to get people slow dancing on the dance floor!

  1. Red Hot Chili Peppers – Under The Bridge (1991)
  2. Guns N’ Roses – November Rain (1991)
  3. Goo Goo Dolls – Iris (1998)
  4. Creed – With Arms Wide Open (1999)
  5. Metallica – Nothing Else Matters (1991)
  6. Sixpence None The Richer – Kiss Me (1997)
  7. Firehouse – Love Of A Lifetime (1991)
  8. The Cranberries – Zombie (1993)
  9. Dave Matthews Band – Crush (1998)
  10. Saigon Kick – Love Is On The Way (1992)
  11. Extreme – More Than Words (1990)
  12. Collective Soul – The World I Know (1995)
  13. Bon Jovi – Always (1994)
  14. Scorpions – Wind Of Change (1990)
  15. Counting Crows – Round Here (1994)
  16. Guns N’ Roses – Don’t Cry (1991)
  17. Boston – Livin’ for You (1994)
  18. Air Supply – Without You (1991)
  19. Poison – Something To Believe In (1990)
  20. Firehouse – When I Look Into Your Eyes (1992)

90's Rock Slow Songs

Red Hot Chili Peppers – Under The Bridge (1991)

The Red Hot Chili Peppers are a rock band from Los Angeles, California. They formed in 1983 and have been one of the most successful bands of all time.

The group was originally composed of Anthony Kiedis (vocals), Michael “Flea” Balzary (bass), John Frusciante (guitar) and Chad Smith (drums).


90’s Slow Country Songs

90’s slow country songs are a huge hit at weddings and other events.

If you’re looking for a way to get people on the dance floor, or just want to add some background music – these 90’s slow country tunes will do the trick!

  1. Travis Tritt – Drift Off To Dream (1991)
  2. Shania Twain – From This Moment On (1998)
  3. LeAnn Rimes – How Do I Live (1997)
  4. Faith Hill – “Breathe” (1999)
  5. John Michael Montgomery – I Swear (1994)
  6. George Strait – Carrying Your Love With Me (1997)
  7. Brad Paisley – We Danced (1999)
  8. Lonestar – Amazed (1999)
  9. George Strait – I Cross My Heart (1992)
  10. Deana Carter – Strawberry Wine (1996)
  11. Dixie Chicks – Cowboy Take Me Away (1999)
  12. Clay Walker – Hypnotize The Moon (1995)
  13. Shenandoah – I Wanna Be Loved Like That (1993)
  14. Terri Clark – Now That I Found You (1998)
  15. Reba McEntire – The Heart Won’t Lie (1992)
  16. Garth Brooks – You Move Me (1997)
  17. Mcbride and the Ride – Just One Night (1992)
  18. Sammy Kershaw – Love Of My Life (1997)
  19. Joe Diffie – So Help Me Girl (1994)
  20. John Michael Montgomery – Home To You (1999)
  21. Tim McGraw – My Best Friend (1999)
  22. Mark Wills – I Do (Cherish You) (1998)
  23. Alison Krauss – When You Say Nothing At All (1994)
  24. The Judds – Can’t Nobody Love You Like I Do (1999)
  25. Jessica Andrews – Unbreakable hearts (1999)
  26. Collin Raye – If You Get There Before I Do (1992)
  27. ALABAMA – Angels Among Us (1993)
  28. Sawyer Brown – The Walk (1991)
  29. Tim Mcgraw – Just to hear you say you love me (1998)

90's Slow Country Songs

Travis Tritt – Drift Off To Dream (1991)

Drift off to dream with Travis Tritt and his 1991 album, “The Storm.” His music has a distinctly country sound. This album is one of the best from that era and will give you feelings of nostalgia for simpler times.


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2000’s Slow Dance Songs

In the 2000’s, slow dances were a popular way to spend time with your date. You’d find yourself in each other’s arms and swaying to the music – it was often romantic.

  1. NSYNC – This I Promise You (2000)
  2. Evan and Jaron – Crazy For This Girl (2000)
  3. Train – Marry Me (2009)
  4. Kelly Clarkson – Breakaway (2004)
  5. Norah Jones – Come Away With Me (2002)
  6. Sade – By Your Side (2000)
  7. Norah Jones – Come Away With Me (2002)
  8. Lifehouse – You And Me (2005)
  9. David Gray – Be Mine (2002)
  10. Dream – I Miss You Like Crazy (2001)
  11. DHT – Listen to Your Heart (2003)
  12. DJ Sammy – We’re In Heaven (2002)
  13. Jessica Simpson – Angels (2003)
  14. Enrique Iglesias – Hero (2001)
  15. Vi3 – Eyes Closed So Tight (2002)
  16. Ben Folds Five – The Luckiest (2001)
  17. Boys Like Girls – Two Is Better Than One (2009)
  18. Nickelback – Far Away (2005)
  19. Evanescence – My Immortal (2003)
  20. Iron & Wine- Such Great Heights (2003)
  21. Marc Anthony – I Need You (2002)
  22. Howie Day – Collide (2004)
  23. Mandy Moore – Crush (2001)
  24. Uncle Kracker – Drift Away (2002)
  25. Owl City – Fireflies (2009)
  26. Jason Mraz – I’m Yours (2008)
  27. Matt Nathanson – Come On Get Higher (2008)
  28. Kelly Clarkson – Because Of You (2004)
  29. Britney Spears – Someday (I Will Understand) (2003)
  30. Teddy Geiger – For You I Will (2006)
  31. S Club 7 – Never Had A Dream Come True (2000)

2000's Slow Dance Songs

NSYNC – This I Promise You (2000)

This album has a few of NSYNC’s most popular songs. It includes “this I promise you,” “it’s gonna be me” and “i don’t wanna lose you now.”
This is an important album for NSYNC because it was the first time that they were working with James Horner, who would go on to compose music for Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) and Titanic (1997).
The group had been signed by Jive Records in 1997 after being discovered in Orlando, Florida.


2000’s Slow Rock Songs

The 2000’s were a decade of transition for rock music. With grunge and punk being replaced with rap and hip-hop, some bands found themselves unable to keep up with the changing times.

One major shift was that songs became slower, creating a new genre called “soft rock”. This style proved to be very popular in the early 2000s, as it allowed listeners to enjoy more powerful vocals without having to turn their radios up too loud or worry about getting caught by their parents.

  1. 3 Doors Down – Here Without You (2003)
  2. Hinder – Lips Of An Angel (2005)
  3. Hoobastank – The Reason (2003)
  4. Rob Thomas – Ever The Same (2005)
  5. Five for Fighting – Superman (2001)
  6. Nickelback – Photograph (2005)
  7. Daughtry – Home (2006)
  8. Oasis – Wonderwall (2003)
  9. Plain White T’s – 1, 2, 3, 4 (2008)
  10. Nickelback – Far Away (2005)
  11. Coldplay – Fix You (2005)
  12. Goo Goo Dolls – Better Days (2006)
  13. Nickelback – How You Remind Me (2001)
  14. Snow Patrol – Chasing Cars (2006)
  15. Creed – My Sacrifice (2001)
  16. The Fray – You Found Me (2009)
  17. 3 Doors Down – When I’m Gone (2002)
  18. Coldplay – Speed Of Sound (2005)
  19. Linkin Park – Shadow Of The Day (2007)
  20. OneRepublic – Stop And Stare (2007)
  21. Creed – One Last Breath (2001)
  22. Seether – Broken (2004)
  23. Stereophonics – Maybe Tomorrow (2004)
  24. Avril Lavigne – When You’re Gone (2007)
  25. 311 – Love Song (2004)
  26. Plain White T’s – “Hey There Delilah” (2006)
  27. The Calling – Wherever You Will Go (2001)
  28. Staind – It’s Been Awhile (2001)
  29. blink-182 – I Miss You (2004)
  30. Five for Fighting – 100 Years (2003)
  31. Keane – Everybody’s Changing (2003)
  32. Audioslave – Like a Stone (2002)
  33. Shinedown – Simple Man (2003)
  34. Incubus – Wish You Were Here (2001)
  35. Daughtry – September (2009)
  36. Coldplay – The Scientist (2002)
  37. Green Day – Boulevard Of Broken Dreams (2004)
  38. Matchbox Twenty – If You’re Gone (2000)
  39. Green Day – Wake Me Up When September Ends (2004)

2000's Slow Rock Songs

3 Doors Down – Here Without You (2003)

The song “Here Without You” by 3 Doors Down is a great ballad that was released in 2003. The song has been played on the radio and it is one of those songs that you can’t help but sing along to. This song will be loved by many different audiences, including people who are going through a break-up, or have lost someone close to them. It’s an emotional roller coaster with lyrics like “I need your love so much / I think about you all the time / Everywhere I go”.


2000’s R&B Slow Songs

Do you need a playlist for your next party? If so, make sure to add these love songs from the 2000s R&B slow songs.

These are great for romantic moments or just a night in with your significant other. These hits were all on the Billboard charts and have been played by some of the most popular artists like Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, and Usher.

  1. Jagged Edge – Promise (2000)
  2. KC & JoJo – Crazy (2000)
  3. T-Pain – I’m Sprung (2005)
  4. Nelly – Dilemma (2002)
  5. Rihanna – Take a Bow (2008)
  6. Aaliyah – Rock The Boat (2001)
  7. Mariah Carey – We Belong Together (2005)
  8. Ja Rule – Always On Time (2001)
  9. Mario – Let Me Love You (2004)
  10. Ne-Yo – Because Of You (2007)
  11. Shontelle – T-Shirt (2008)
  12. Alicia Keys – No One (2007)
  13. Christina Aguilera- Beautiful (2002)
  14. Craig David – Unbelievable (2006)
  15. Case – Missing You (2000)
  16. Jagged Edge – Walked Outta Heaven (2003)
  17. Timbaland – Apologize (2007)
  18. Usher – U Got It Bad (2001)
  19. Ginuwine – Differences (2001)
  20. Ne-Yo – Sexy Love (2006)
  21. Alicia Keys – Fallin’ (2001)
  22. Next – Wifey (2000)
  23. Bobby V. – Slow Down (2005)
  24. Ashanti – Foolish (2002)
  25. R. Kelly – Step In The Name Of Love (2003)
  26. Jagged Edge – Let’s Get Married (Remix) (2000)

2000's R&B Slow Songs

Jagged Edge – Promise (2000)

At the top of this list is the song “Promise” by Jagged Edge. The album was released on September 12, 2000 and features guest vocals from Monica, 112, Silkk the Shocker, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and other artists. The album peaked at #4 on the Billboard 200 albums chart in October of that year.


2000’s Slow Country Songs

Nothing can be more relaxing than a good country song. It would make you feel like sitting on the porch with your old boots, drinking sweet tea, slow dancing, and rocking back and forth. What’s even better is that there are plenty of songs from the 2000s in this genre!

  1. Rascal Flatts – God Bless The Broken Road (2000)
  2. Diamond Rio – One More Day With You (2001)
  3. George Strait – Run (2001)
  4. Tim McGraw – She’s My Kind of Rain (2002)
  5. Keith Urban – You’ll Think Of Me (2004)
  6. Blake Shelton – Home (2007)
  7. Brad Paisley – She’s Everything to Me (2005)
  8. Keith Urban – Making Memories of Us (2004)
  9. Trace Adkins – You’re Gonna Miss This (2007)
  10. Lee Ann Womack – I Hope You Dance (2000)
  11. Luke Bryan – Do I (2009)
  12. Brad Paisley – Then (2009)
  13. Gary Allan – Songs About Rain (2003)
  14. Dierks Bentley – Come A Little Closer (2005)
  15. Keith Urban – Tonight I Wanna Cry (2004)
  16. Carrie Underwood – Just A Dream (2007)
  17. Jason Aldean – The Best of Me (2009)
  18. Kenny Chesney – There Goes My Life (2003)
  19. Sugarland – Stay (2006)
  20. Kenny Chesney – Anything But Mine (2005)
  21. Toby Keith – Crash Here Tonight (2006)
  22. Brad Paisley – Whiskey Lullaby (2004)
  23. Lady Antebellum – Need You Now (2009)
  24. Alan Jackson – Remember When (2003)
  25. Steve Holy – Good Morning Beautiful (2000)
  26. Rascal Flatts – My Wish (2006)
  27. Kenny Chesney – Don’t Blink (2007)
  28. George Strait – The Best Day (2000)
  29. Alan Jackson – Where Were You (2002)
  30. George Strait – She Let Herself Go (2005)
  31. Chris Young – The Man I Want To Be (2009)
  32. Trace Adkins – All I Ask For Anymore (2009)
  33. Craig Morgan – That’s What I Love About Sunday (2005)
  34. Brad Paisley – When I Get Where I’m Going (2005)
  35. Darius Rucker – It Won’t Be Like This For Long (2008)
  36. John Michael Montgomery – Letters From Home (2004)
  37. Toby Keith – You Shouldn’t Kiss Me Like This (2000)
  38. Chris Cagle – I Breathe In, I Breathe Out (2001)
  39. Sarah Evans – I Could Not Ask For Anything More (2000)
  40. Joe Nichols – She Only Smokes When She Drinks (2002)
  41. Lady Antebellum – Can’t Take My Eyes Off You (2008)
  42. Jessica Andrews – Helplessly, Hopelessly, Recklessly (2001)

2000’s Slow Country Songs

Rascal Flatts – God Bless The Broken Road (2000)

In the early 2000s, country music was starting to make its way into mainstream radio. Artists like Faith Hill and Garth Brooks were dominating the charts with their crossover love song hits that had a hint of pop in them.

But one group that is still going strong today has never wavered from their traditional sound – Rascal Flatts.


2010’s Slow Dance Songs

If you are one of the many people who want to find a slow song to dance with your significant other, then this blog post is for you.

This list contains songs that were released in 2010 and have been popular on the radio since then.

It includes both new and old music from artists like Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, etc.

  1. Christina Perri – A Thousand Years (2001)
  2. Ed Sheeran – Photograph (2014)
  3. John Legend – All of Me (2013)
  4. P!nk – A Million Dreams (2017)
  5. Justin Timberlake – Mirrors (2013)
  6. Adele – Someone Like You (2011)
  7. Taylor Swift – Wildest Dreams (2014)
  8. One Direction – Perfect (2015)
  9. Katy Perry – Unconditionally (2013)
  10. Mr Probz – Waves (2013)
  11. Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud (2014)
  12. Charlie Puth – One Call Away (2016)
  13. Miley Cyrus – Wrecking Ball (2013)
  14. Charlie Puth – See You Again (2015)
  15. Selena Gomez – Lose You To Love Me (2019)
  16. Taylor Swift – Lover Remix (2019)
  17. P!nk – Just Give Me A Reason (2012)
  18. Taylor Swift – Back To December (2010)
  19. Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper – Shallow (2018)
  20. Sam Smith – Lay Me Down (2014)
  21. Lukas Graham – Love Someone (2018)
  22. Rihanna – Love The Way You Lie (Part II) (2010)
  23. Billie Eilish /Khalid – lovely (2017)
  24. Selena Gomez – Good For You (2015)
  25. Bruno Mars – Talking To The Moon (2010)
  26. Lewis Capaldi – Someone You Loved (2019)
  27. Calum Scott – You Are The Reason (2018)
  28. LANY – Malibu Nights (2018)
  29. Lukas Graham – 7 Years (2015)
  30. Justin Bieber – Love Yourself (2015)
  31. James Arthur – Say You Won’t Let Go (2016)
  32. Bebe Rexha – Meant to Be (2017)
  33. Adele – Hello (2015)
  34. ZAYN – PILLOWTALK (2016)
  35. Bazzi /Camila Cabello – Beautiful (2018)
  36. 8 Letters – Why Don’t We (2018)
  37. gnash – i hate u, i love u (2016)
  38. Ellie Goulding – Love Me Like You Do (2015)
  39. Shawn Mendes – In My Blood (2018)
  40. Selena Gomez – The Heart Wants What It Wants (2014)
  41. ZAYN /Taylor Swift – I Don’t Wanna Live Forever (2017)

2010's Slow Dance Songs

Christina Perri – A Thousand Years (2001)

When Christina Perri sings “A Thousand Years,” it feels like she’s singing right to you, with an intimacy and a vulnerability that is so beautiful.

The song has been around for over 10 years but still remains one of the most popular love songs on Spotify.


2010’s Slow Country Songs

Country music is known for its slower, ballad-like songs. But a few years ago country music started to change and many popular country songs are now fast tempo, party-themed tunes. The top 10 slow country songs from the 2010’s will be featured in this list with a couple links and a video so that you can take some time out of your day to reminisce about these great songs!

  1. Brad Paisley – She’s Everything (2016)
  2. Luke Bryan – Strip It Down (2015)
  3. Florida Georgia Line – Dirt (2014)
  4. Dan + Shay – From The Ground Up (2016)
  5. Blake Shelton – Sangria (2015)
  6. Cam – Burning House (2015)
  7. Jana Kramer – “Why Ya Wanna” (2011)
  8. Easton Corbin – I Can’t Love You Back (2010)
  9. Little Big Town – Girl Crush (2014)
  10. Luke Bryan – Drunk On You (2012)
  11. Brad Paisley – Remind Me (2011)
  12. Darius Rucker – If I Told You (2016)
  13. Gloriana – (Kissed You) Good Night (2012)
  14. Cassadee Pope – Wasting All These Tears (2013)
  15. Dierks Bentley – Different For Girls (2016)
  16. Blake Shelton – Came Here To Forget (2016)
  17. Luke Bryan – Play It Again (2014)
  18. Willie Nelson – The Scientist (2012)
  19. Tim McGraw – Humble And Kind (2016)
  20. Blake Shelton – God Gave Me You (2011)
  21. Dan + Shay, Justin Bieber – 10,000 Hours (2019)
  22. Jerrod Niemann – What Do You Want (2010)
  23. Gary Allan – Today (2010)
  24. Kane Brown – Used to Love You Sober (2016)
  25. Craig Morgan – This Ain’t Nothin’ (2010)
  26. Jason Aldean – Got What I Got (2019)
  27. Thompson Square – Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not (2011)
  28. Blake Shelton – Who Are You When I’m Not Looking (2010)

2010's Slow Country Songs

Brad Paisley – She’s Everything (2016)

Brad Paisley releases his latest album, She’s Everything in 2016 and it was a major success. It had 3 singles that were released from the album including “River Bank” which went to number 1 on the charts for Country Airplay.

The other single released off of this album is “Heaven South”. This song has been nominated for Female Vocalist of the Year at CMA Awards 2017 alongside Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris and Kelsea Ballerini.


Conclusion

We hope you enjoy this list of the best slow songs of all time and can see something new that will become your favorite. Whether it’s a classic love song or a modern twist, we’re sure there is an ideal track for every mood in this article.

As we mentioned, there are many different types of slow music that can make you feel anything from happy and energetic to mellow and relaxed.

If you’re looking for the best slow songs of all time, take a listen to these tracks above! We hope they help transport your mind away on an amazing musical journey.


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