Carrie Underwood Love Songs & Party Songs

With a voice that is both powerful and angelic, Carrie has cemented herself as a country music legend since her 2005 success on American Idol. With a total of 7 Grammy Awards, Carrie Underwood is a powerhouse singer with a catalog of popular love songs that are perfect for any wedding or party. Here are some of our favorite Carrie Underwood wedding songs and party songs!

About Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood is a singer, songwriter, and actress. She rose to fame as the winner of the fourth season of American Idol in 2005. Her debut album, Some Hearts, was released in 2005 and is the fastest-selling solo female debut album in country music history. Underwood has since released 7 additional studio albums and has sold more than 66 million records worldwide. She has won seven Grammy Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards, 16 ACM Awards, and is one of the best-selling artists of all time.

In addition to her musical success, Underwood has also starred in several films and television shows, including The Sound of Music Live!, Soul Surfer, and How I Met Your Mother.

Carrie Underwood’s Songs for Weddings & Parties

When it comes to Carrie Underwood’s wedding songs, there is no shortage of great options. She has written so many beautiful love songs over the years, and she has a powerful voice that will make your wedding day even more special. In this blog post, we will take a look at some of her best wedding tunes, as well as a few party songs that are sure to get everyone on the dance floor!

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Inside Your Heaven
2005, Some Hearts

You’re all I’ve got
You lift me up
The sun and the moonlight
All my dreams are in your eyes

We can’t talk about Carrie Underwood’s top love songs without mentioning her debut single, “Inside Your Heaven.” In the finale of American Idol Season 4, Carrie performed this song as her coronation single. The ballad is a beautiful ode to falling in love, and it can be the perfect song to walk down the aisle to.

Heartbeat
2015, Storyteller

Standing on your shoes in my bare feet, dancing to the rhythm of your heartbeat
Yeah we’re dancing to the rhythm of your heartbeat

“Heartbeat” is a slower, more intimate song off of Carrie’s most recent album, Storyteller. The song is all about the feeling of being in love and the simple things that make your heart race. If you’re looking for a heartfelt Carrie Underwood wedding song, this is a great choice for a first dance.

There’s a Place for Us
2010, There’s a Place for Us

A world where you and I belong, where faith and love will keep us strong
Exactly who we are is just enough, exactly who we are is just enough
There’s a place for us

If you’re a fan of the movie The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader, then you might recognize this song. “There’s a Place for Us” is actually the end-credits song from the film, and it is a gorgeous ballad that will give you all the feels. From the sweeping orchestration to Carrie’s powerful vocals, this song is sure to make your wedding day unforgettable.

All-American Girl
2007, Carnival Ride

And now he’s wrapped around her finger
She’s the center of his whole world
And his heart belongs to that sweet little beautiful, wonderful, perfect all-American girl

“All-American Girl” talks about the love of a father for his daughter, but it can also be interpreted as a love song for anyone special in your life. This tune is perfect for a father-daughter dance or any other moment when you want to celebrate the people you love. It’s sentimental, but also upbeat and fun, making it a great choice for any wedding or party.

So Small
2007, Carnival Ride

Is in your hands
And when you figure out love is all that matters after all
It sure makes everything else seem so small

With its simple acoustic guitar and Carrie’s emotive vocals, “So Small” is a beautiful ballad that will resonate with anyone who has ever been in love. The song is about not allowing the little things to get in the way of a relationship and appreciating the moments you have together. It’s a perfect choice for a wedding day when you want to focus on the love between you and your spouse. It may not be one of Carrie’s more popular songs to use in a party setting, but if you’re looking for a more subdued Carrie Underwood song for your wedding day, this is a great option.

Look at Me
2009, Play On

I tell myself I’m in too deep
Then I fall a little farther
Every time you look at me

Although not released as a single, “Look at Me” is a hidden gem off of Carrie’s third album, Play On. The song is about being so in love with someone. It’s a sweet and simple song that would be perfect for a wedding day when you want to focus on your spouse. It’s a message of hope and perseverance that can be very relevant on your big day.

I’ll Stand by You
2007, I’ll Stand by You

You don’t know what to do
Nothing you confess
Could make me love you less

Although not originally written by Carrie, she recorded this song as a charity single for Idol Gives Back. The song is a cover of The Pretenders’ 1984 hit, and it is a beautiful ballad about being there for someone no matter what. It’s a perfect choice for a wedding day when you want to show your spouse that you will always be there for them.

What I Never Knew I Always Wanted
2015, Storyteller

I didn’t know there was a hole
Something missing in my soul
‘Til you filled it up, oh, with your love

Arguably one of Underwood’s best love songs, “What I Never Knew I Always Wanted” is a beautiful ballad off of Storyteller. In an interview with People magazine, Carrie said that the song is about the person who comes into your life and just completely turns it upside down and changes everything.
“I never dreamt of my wedding day and the perfect guy. Then I met Mike, and I was like, ‘Wow, so now I know what I was missing,’” she said.
This song is a perfect choice for a wedding day when you want to celebrate finding the love of your life and enjoying the little moments that make up your relationship.

Mama’s Song
2009, Play On

Giving me away is not goodbye
As you watch me walk down to my future
I hope tears of joy are in your eyes

Of course, not to leave out all the mothers out there, Carrie also has a beautiful song called “Mama’s Song.” The song is about a daughter telling her mother about how she’s found the love of her life and reassuring her that she will be treated right. It’s a perfect choice for a mother-daughter dance or any moment when you want to celebrate the women in your life who have helped make you the person you are today.

The Fighter
2016, Ripcord

What if I cry I promise I’ll never make you cry
And if I get scared (I’ll hold you tighter)
When they’re tryna get to you baby I’ll be the fighter

An upbeat duet with Keith Urban, “The Fighter” is a perfect choice for a wedding day as a message of hope and resilience. The song is about fighting for love and not giving up even when the going gets tough. It’s a perfect choice to signify the commitment you and your spouse are making to each other on your wedding day. Not to mention, it’s a fun song to dance to!

Carrie Underwood Highest-Ranking Songs

• #1 “Inside Your Heaven”, 2005
• #1 “Jesus, Take the Wheel”, 2005
• #1 “Before He Cheats”, 2006
• #1 “Wasted”, 2007
• #1 “So Small”, 2007
• #1 “All-American Girl”, 2008
• #1 “Last Name”, 2008
• #1 “Just a Dream”, 2008
• #1 “Cowboy Casanova”, 2009
• #1 “Temporary Home”, 2009
• #1″Undo It”, 2010
• #1 “Remind Me” (with Brad Paisley), 2011
• #1 “Good Girl”, 2012
• #1 “Somethin’ Bad” (with Miranda Lambert), 2014
• #1 “Something in the Water”, 2014
• #2 “Don’t Forget to Remember Me”, 2006
• #2 “I Told You So” (featuring Randy Travis), 2009
• #2 “Mama’s Song”, 2010
• #2 “Blown Away”, 2012
• #2 “Heartbeat”, 2015
• #2 “Church Bells”, 2016
• #2 “If I Didn’t Love You” (with Jason Aldean), 2021
• #3 “Dirty Laundry”, 2016
• #3 “Hallelujah” (with John Legend), 2020

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