One of the major aspects of a wedding reception you may want to consider is the first dance. When choose a song for your first dance, you are putting thought into what most couples may see as a significant part of your wedding celebration. A first dance sets the tone and shows affection among all newly wedded couples. Making sure that your first dance song is right requires some steps and considerations which will help you in choosing the best fit song for the reception.

1. Think of what relates to your relationship. Among the first steps in choosing the first dance song is trying to find the song that shows the way you guys feel about each other. It can be a song that reminds you of the first day you met and the way you have loved each other.
2. Check and listen to the lyrics. Quite a number of couples make the mistake of not listening to what the lyrics say. Even though the title and theme of that song may sound very interesting, the lyrics may be different and may not be something you will want to associate with your first dance. Make sure that you listen to the entire song before choosing it.
3. Choose a song you can dance to. It is important to remember that you are choosing a song to dance to. Even with the best lyrics, an off tempo song can cause trouble on the dance floor.
4. Make sure that the song's tempo fits your dancing ability. It wouldn't be wise to choose a fast song and not be able to catch up with it on the dance floor. Choose a song with a rhythm that fits you and other couples with whom you may share the dance floor with. Don't be afraid to do a little practice sessions prior to the reception.
5. Upon selecting the right song, make sure that it will be easy to find when you get to the reception.
6. If you are having trouble picking your first dance song, don't be afraid to ask the DJ or band to help you choose the best song for the occasion. These are professionals and they go through these things all the time so they are well posed to guide you. However if you already have a song in mind, ask the DJ or band to play it for you.
7. When choosing a song, choose one that that will always stand out even long after its popular days are gone. Don't just pick a song that will come and go, or one that you will forget the following morning but rather go for one that will always be significant.

There are a number of online wedding sites that can help you choose the right first dance song. These sites will even give you a list of popular first dance songs that you can use on your big day.