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A wedding couple may want to have a special dance for the groom and his stepmom.

A stepmom and stepson dance does arise when the groom’s mother has passed away and his dad has a new girlfriend or wife. The stepmom may have filled the shoes of the son’s biological mother too.

You may even consider the songs below for even a mother figure in your life for a special dance or dedication.

Stepmom & Stepson Wedding Songs

Songs About Stepparents

Blended Family (What You Do For Love) – Alicia Keys feat. A$AP Rocky

I think it’s, my real my true love
‘Cause you’re my baby, rejoice daily
I believe love could bring us closer than blood

Step by Step – Brandon Davis

Call it stepping up or stepping in
But step by step my world went spinning
Around that little heart and angel face

Step Mom – Catie Turner
(Depending on your relationship, this could be comical or inappropriate)

I’m gonna steal your dad
Be the best he ever had
Send your mom home crying ’cause he couldn’t keep his promise

My Boy – Elvie Shane
(The song talks about a stepdad and stepson)

Yeah, he’s my son and that’s my choice
He ain’t my blood, but he’s my, he’s my boy

He Didn’t Have To Be – Brad Paisley
(The song talks about a stepdad and stepson)

Looking back, all I can say about all the things he did for me
Is, I hope I’m at least half the dad that he didn’t have to be

Wishing Your Stepson The Best

If a stepmom wants to send well wishes to the newlyweds with a song, listen to these selections.

Humble And Kind – Tim McGraw

When the work you put in is realized
Let yourself feel the pride
But always stay humble and kind

My Wish – Rascal Flatts

My wish for you
Is that this life becomes all that you want it to
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small

I Hope You Dance – Lee Ann Womack

Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance

You’ll Be in My Heart – Brent Morgan

No matter what they say
Yes, you’ll be in my heart
Always

Songs About Being There

Songs about being there if you ever need me is a special song dedication from a stepmom to her stepson.

Call My Name – Lukas Graham

Don’t matter when or where
Just know that I’ll be right there
Call my name

One Call Away – Charlie Puth

I’ll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I’m only one call away

Count On Me – Bruno Mars

You can count on me like one, two, three
I’ll be there

I’ll Stand By You – The Pretenders

I’ll stand by you
Won’t let nobody hurt you
I’ll stand by you

Lean On Me – Bill Withers

Lean on me
When you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on

I’ll Be There – Jackson 5

I’ll be there with a love that’s strong
I’ll be your strength, I’ll keep holding on
(Holdin’ on, holdin’ on, holdin’ on) Yes, I will, yes, I will

Songs About Sons Growing Up

Songs that talk about a parent watching and loving their son grow up. The songs are not talking about a love between a mother and son but rather more generic.

Tough Little Boys – Gary Allan

Well I know one day, I’ll give you away
And I’m gonna to stand there and smile

Slow Down – Nichole Nordeman

Let’s make it last a little while
I pointed to the sky and now you wanna fly
I am your biggest fan
I hope you know I am

Boy – Caleb + Kelsey

You’re gonna drop the ball
Hit the wall
And break some hearts like glass
I know you will, ’cause you’re a part of me
And a part of you will always be a boy

Songs About Loving Stepmother-Son Relationship

If the stepmom and stepson had a loving relationship, consider these songs.

I Love This Dance – Caleb Beachy

Through the ups and the downs (yeah)
You’ve always been around
You’re my biggest fan that why
I love this Dance

The Perfect Fan – Backstreet Boys

You showed me
Just how to walk without your hands
‘Cause mom you always were
The perfect fan

Mama’s Boy – Ryan Griffin

You don’t hold nothing back
And you love with all you have
I know you wanna be just like me
But thank God your heart’s like your mama’s

I Love You Mom – Jackson Nance

Don’t think for a single second I forgot
That you’re the best gift that I’ve ever got from god
I love you mom

Gender-inclusive Songs

Nongender-specific songs to choose for a special moment at your wedding reception for a stepmom.

Forever Now – Michael Bublé

No matter what you do
I’m forever proud of you
I love you forever now

No Matter What – Calum Scott

She wrapped her arms around me
Said, “Don’t try to be what you’re not
‘Cause I love you no matter what”

Everything – Matthew John

You taught me everything
How to tell what’s wrong from right
You gave me everything
Made me who I am inside

Stepmom Songs to Skip

Be sure to listen and know the lyrics of the songs. This is really important. Many songs listed on stepmom song lists are about a relationship between a loving couple and not a parent figure and a child relationship.

“Through The Years” by Kenny Rogers
“How Long Will I Love You” by Ellie Goulding
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell

Final Thoughts

Select a song that fits your relationship. If you are performing a dance consider 1) the tempo of the song – do you want a fun uptempo song or slow dance and 2) the length of the song – a DJ can mix a shorter version if you don’t wish to dance the complete three to four minutes.

Last and most important – if there is a special song that makes each of you think of the other, play that song for special meaning! Everyone will “get it” who knows you.

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