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40 Songs for Your Husband, from Romantic Ballads to Country and R&B

Sometimes a song says what years of marriage make hard to put into words. Here are 40 songs for your husband: romantic songs to dedicate to him, songs about a long and happy marriage, country and R&B favorites, fun songs that will make him laugh, and ideas for his birthday, your anniversary or just because.

Which song is best to dedicate to your husband?

"You're Still the One" by Shania Twain is the song wives dedicate most: it is about a marriage that proved everyone wrong. "At Last" by Etta James and "Make You Feel My Love" by Adele are the timeless choices, and for a long marriage, "Remember When" by Alan Jackson tells a whole love story in one song.

Love songs to dedicate to your husband

  1. "You're Still the One", Shania Twain: still together after all.
  2. "At Last", Etta James: the love you waited for.
  3. "I Will Always Love You", Whitney Houston: the biggest promise in pop.
  4. "Make You Feel My Love", Adele: unconditional love.
  5. "A Thousand Years", Christina Perri: love that lasts.
  6. "Forever and for Always", Shania Twain: a simple, steady promise.
  7. "Lucky", Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat: a sweet duet for best friends who married.
  8. "Mine", Taylor Swift: a love story that beat the odds.
  9. "The Only Exception", Paramore: the person who changed your mind about love.
  10. "Halo", Beyoncé: the love that lifts you.
  11. "Lover", Taylor Swift: a modern slow dance.
  12. "Annie's Song", John Denver: a gentle classic many couples call their song.

Songs about a long and happy marriage

  1. "Remember When", Alan Jackson: a whole marriage in one song.
  2. "Then", Brad Paisley: about love that grows over the years.
  3. "Bless the Broken Road", Rascal Flatts: every road led to him.
  4. "Grow Old with You", Adam Sandler: the sweetest promise from The Wedding Singer.
  5. "Through the Years", Kenny Rogers: grateful for every year.
  6. "Still the One", Orleans: a 70s song about lasting love.
  7. "Forever and Ever, Amen", Randy Travis: country's classic promise.
  8. "You Are the Love of My Life", George Benson and Roberta Flack: a smooth duet.

Country songs for your husband

  1. "Amazed", Lonestar: amazed by him, every day.
  2. "I Do", Jessie James Decker: a bride's song to her groom.
  3. "Stuck Like Glue", Sugarland: fun, catchy and true.
  4. "When You Say Nothing at All", Alison Krauss: love without words.
  5. "Breathe", Faith Hill: the feeling of being close.
  6. "This Kiss", Faith Hill: upbeat and giddy.
  7. "I Cross My Heart", George Strait: a promise to keep.
  8. "Tennessee Whiskey", Chris Stapleton: a slow, soulful country classic.

R&B songs for your husband

  1. "Love on Top", Beyoncé: joy you cannot hide.
  2. "Let's Stay Together", Al Green: the soul classic.
  3. "Ribbon in the Sky", Stevie Wonder: a love written in the stars.
  4. "Spend My Life with You", Eric Benét and Tamia: a duet about forever.
  5. "So Amazing", Luther Vandross: tender and grateful.
  6. "Best Part", Daniel Caesar and H.E.R.: a soft modern R&B duet.

Fun songs for your husband

  1. "Happy Together", The Turtles: simply happy.
  2. "You Make My Dreams", Hall & Oates: a kitchen dance classic.
  3. "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)", The Proclaimers: the length you would go for him.
  4. "Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours", Stevie Wonder: all yours.
  5. "Crazy Little Thing Called Love", Queen: playful rockabilly.
  6. "Accidentally in Love", Counting Crows: from Shrek 2, for couples who laugh together.

More laughs are in our list of funny love songs.

Appreciation songs for your husband

To thank him for everything he does, "Wind Beneath My Wings", "Because You Loved Me" and "You Raise Me Up" say it best. Send one with a short note about the moment you knew how lucky you were.

Songs for your husband's birthday

For his birthday, start the day with "Happy Birthday" by Stevie Wonder or "Birthday" by The Beatles, then play the songs from your first years together. More ideas are in our list of birthday songs.

Romantic songs for husband: when he is far away

For a husband who travels for work or is deployed, send a song that closes the distance: "A Thousand Miles" by Vanessa Carlton, "I'll Be" by Edwin McCain, "Far Away" by Nickelback or "Home" by Michael Bublé. Add a photo from your last day together and the date you will see him again. A song sent in the morning can change his whole day.

Songs for your anniversary

For an anniversary dinner, "Remember When", "Then", "At Last" and "Grow Old with You" are perfect. See our full list of anniversary songs, and if he dedicated songs to you over the years, our love songs for her has a few he may remember.

Songs for a husband who passed away

If you have lost your husband, the songs you shared become even more precious. Our list of funeral songs for a husband has songs for the service and for the days after.

A song written about your husband

Every song above was written for someone else. A personalized song is about him: his name, how you met, the inside jokes and the life you have built together. Play it on your anniversary, his birthday or a random Tuesday.

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  1. Choose a style from 14 genres: country, pop, R&B, acoustic and more.
  2. Add his name.
  3. Share three memories, from how you met to your favorite day together.
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Everything you want to know

Which song is best to dedicate to your husband?

"You're Still the One" by Shania Twain is the favorite, followed by "At Last" by Etta James, "Make You Feel My Love" by Adele and, for a long marriage, "Remember When" by Alan Jackson.

What are country songs for my husband?

Country favorites include "Amazed" by Lonestar, "Remember When" by Alan Jackson, "Then" by Brad Paisley, "Breathe" by Faith Hill and "Tennessee Whiskey" by Chris Stapleton.

What song can I send my husband to show appreciation?

"Wind Beneath My Wings", "Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion and "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban are the classic thank-you songs. Add a short note about why you are grateful.

Can I get a song written about my husband?

Yes. With Cantarova you add his name and a few memories, choose a style, review the lyrics and listen to 4 free previews. The full song is ready within minutes, for an anniversary, his birthday or just because.

Why people choose Cantarova

  • Because a song about your own love story says more than any classic.
  • Because it is ready within minutes, even on the day itself.
  • Because you hear 4 free previews before you pay.

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