Wedding First Dance Idea - Sleepwalk by Larry Carlton

SLEEPWALK/Larry Carlton

Being a DJ, I hear the same songs repeated at weddings.  The first dance went from Everything I Do (I Do It For You) by Bryan Adams in the early 90s to Amazed by Lonestar toward the end.  Sometimes you want to choose a different song, one that has not been overused. 

I present to you Sleepwalk, a timeless classic from the 50s originally done by Santo & Johnny (and most well known from its use on the film La Bamba).  Well in the 80s, a remake was done by musician Larry Carlton.  This version has a dreamy, smooth jazz feel to it.  It conjures up images of a late night in a high-rise hotel in the city, dancing with someone or enjoying a sip of brandy.  Glmorous and classy, smooth jazz covers are winners.
This song is also appropriate for a father/daughter or mother/son dance.  Take a listen and tell me what you think.