Classic R&B Wedding DJ – Timeless Anthems for Your Big Day

As a Classic R&B Wedding DJ, my job isn’t just to play great songs — it’s to create a smooth, soulful atmosphere that builds energy, keeps guests engaged, and delivers unforgettable moments on the dancefloor.

If you want your wedding to feature sultry grooves, soulful vocals, and timeless hits, a Classic R&B set is the perfect choice. From 80s soul through to 2000s R&B, this music keeps the dancefloor moving while giving your celebration an elegant, feel-good vibe.

These tracks are universally loved — ideal for first dances, evening peaks, or seamless transitions between genres.


The Classic R&B Wedding DJ Experience

R&B has a unique ability to connect every generation. Older guests feel the nostalgia of Luther Vandross and Anita Baker, while younger ones groove to Usher, Beyoncé, and Chris Brown.

As a Classic R&B Wedding DJ and professional wedding DJ in Hertfordshire, I carefully craft each set to balance energy, romance, and singalong moments. I also blend R&B seamlessly with disco, pop, indie, and club classics to create a personalised, high-energy soundtrack that keeps everyone on the dancefloor.


How R&B Works at a Wedding

Classic R&B works beautifully in multiple ways:

  • Smooth early evening set during drinks or dinner
  • Peak dance floor set for romantic and sexy grooves
  • Blended crossover with disco, Motown, or pop anthems

I regularly combine R&B with:

This ensures your wedding soundtrack flows naturally and keeps guests engaged.


What Is a Classic R&B Wedding DJ Set?

Expect a high-energy yet smooth mix of:

  • 80s Soul Classics
  • 90s R&B Floor-Fillers
  • 2000s R&B Hits
  • Romantic, feel-good ballads

These tracks create soulful, fun, and sexy moments that get everyone dancing without ever feeling forced.


Sample Classic R&B Wedding DJ Playlist

80s Soul & R&B

  • Luther Vandross – Never Too Much
  • Anita Baker – Sweet Love
  • George Benson – Give me the night
  • Prince – Kiss
  • Michael Jackson – Rock With You

90s R&B Floor-Fillers

  • Usher – Yeah
  • Montell Jordan – This Is How We Do It
  • Brandy & Monica – The Boy Is Mine
  • TLC – No Scrubs
  • R. Kelly – Ignition (Remix)

2000s R&B Hits

  • Santana – Maria Maria
  • Alicia Keys – If I Ain’t Got You
  • Usher – U Got It Bad
  • Chris Brown – Forever
  • Ne-Yo – Closer

Classic R&B Wedding DJ Playlist

All your favourite R&B hits in one place — from smooth classics to dancefloor-ready 2000s hits.

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Top 30 Most Requested Classic R&B Songs at Weddings

  1. Never Too Much – Luther Vandross
  2. Sweet Love – Anita Baker
  3. I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Whitney Houston
  4. Kiss – Prince
  5. Rock With You – Michael Jackson
  6. Yeah – Usher
  7. This Is How We Do It – Montell Jordan
  8. The Boy Is Mine – Brandy & Monica
  9. No Scrubs – TLC
  10. Ignition (Remix) – R. Kelly
  11. Single Ladies – Beyoncé
  12. If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys
  13. U Got It Bad – Usher
  14. Forever – Chris Brown
  15. So Sick – Ne-Yo
  16. Always Be My Baby – Mariah Carey
  17. Waterfalls – TLC
  18. I Believe I Can Fly – R. Kelly
  19. My Boo – Usher & Alicia Keys
  20. Fallin’ – Alicia Keys
  21. Rock With You – Michael Jackson
  22. Let’s Stay Together – Al Green
  23. Superstition – Stevie Wonder
  24. All My Life – K-Ci & JoJo
  25. P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) – Michael Jackson
  26. If You Had My Love – Jennifer Lopez
  27. Say My Name – Destiny’s Child
  28. I’ll Make Love To You – Boyz II Men
  29. Candy – Cameo
  30. Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Lauryn Hill

Why Couples Love a Classic R&B Wedding DJ

  • Smooth, sexy, and romantic vibes
  • Cross-generational appeal
  • Works perfectly for early evening or peak dance sets
  • Blends seamlessly with disco, Motown, pop, or indie tracks
  • Keeps the energy flowing without overpowering guests
  • Memorable and timeless music that everyone recognises
R&B DJ playing Classic Anthems

Book Your Classic R&B Wedding DJ

If you want a smooth, feel-good, and timeless soundtrack for your wedding, I’d love to bring R&B energy to your celebration.

📞 07886 566 844
📧 andy@herts-events.co.uk