Here are the top five 'banned' songs at weddings
A new study has revealed some of the songs that are banned on the dancefloors of weddings. You will be surprised to learn what they are.
Let it be said from the outset that I have the utmost respect for DJs.
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This skill, although made to look easy by the pros, is actually an art form. How do you play music that keeps a dance floor pumping? Well, it's about reading the crowd and playing the right music accordingly.
Research has been released by FiveThirtyEight showing a list of songs that couples ask their DJs not to play at their weddings. This is once again a testament to the fact that I'm not sure you want me playing at your wedding. I'd play a huge whack of these songs. I mean, just this past weekend I was at a wedding and the 'Cha-Cha Slide' (which is on the list) had the floor jamming in choreographed unison.
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Of the 15 banned songs on the list, I wanted to shed some light on the top five. I was shattered when I saw it, as some of my favourites are on the list. No!
Number 5: YCMA - Village People
Number 4: Cupid Shuffle - Cupid
Number 3: Macarena - Los Del Rio
Number 2: Cha-Cha Slide - DJ Casper
Number 1: Chicken Dance
I guess each to their own. I actually don't see anything wrong with having these played? For me, it's all about feeling and enjoying the music - whatever it may be. As long as I can feel the beat, then I'm happy.
I caught up with Michael 'naughty mix' Zumarus Maximus about the time he cleared a dance floor at a wedding, it's hilarious! Take a listen