12 songs to propose marriage

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From classic candlelight marriage proposals to untraditional proposals such as a horseback ride in the countryside or a trek through the mountains, wedding proposals can be very different, but they are all emotional and romantic.

But also, if you're already planning how to surprise your partner with the long-awaited question, you can always take inspiration from music. 12 songs for the proposal with perfect lyrics to set that transcendental moment to music.

Songs to ask for marriage in English

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From pop-rock songs to country ballads, if you like Anglo music, you will have heard some of these tracks that will make you sigh, while others will incite you to dance to their melodies.

If you are wondering how to prepare a proposal, then listen to these songs and formulate your request based on some of these phrases, or set the moment to music with the chosen song. Check out these translations of the original English lyrics.

1. "One and only" - Adele

"I dare you to let me be yours, the first and only one.I promise you that I am worthy to be in your arms.So come and give me a chance to prove to you that I am the one who can walk beside you.Until the end begins."

2. "Marry Me" - Jason Derulo

"Will you marry me, baby... One hundred and five is the number that comes to mind when I think of the years I want to be with you. Waking up every morning with you in my bed, that's just what I plan to do."

3. "Marry you" - Bruno Mars

"Is it the look in your eyes or is it the drink? Who cares babe? I think I want to marry you. Just say, I do, tell me right now."

4. "I do" - Colbie Caillat

"Tell me, is it just me, do you feel the same way, you know me well enough to know I'm not playing games, I promise I won't let you down, you can trust that I've never felt the way I feel now... Honey, there's nothing we can't achieve together."

5. "The rest of our life" - Tim McGraw (feat. Faith Hill)

"I have something to pass on to you. I just hope I say it right. So I take your hand and ask: Have you made plans for the rest of your life?".

6. "Marry me" - Train

"Marry me. Today and every day... Promise me you'll always be happy by my side. I promise to sing for you when all the music is over."

Songs to measure marriage in Spanish

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Do you prefer music in your own language? If so, you will find many songs that will make it easier for you to propose. From vallenatos and urban tunes, to pop tracks, and ballads that exude romance and passion, these are songs to propose to with the certainty that the answer will be "yes".

7. "Volví a nacer" - Carlos Vives

"I want to marry you. stay by your side. be the one blessed with your love. that's why I want to leave my past. come with me. die in your arms, sweet love."

8. "Cásate conmigo" - Silvestre Dangond & Nicky Jam

"With my hand on my chest, my love. Today my heart wants to sing you with a thousand songs, I have something to ask you. Marry me. After so long if we are together it's destiny... I see myself with you all my life. I will be your husband, lover and best friend. And I put God as my witness to that".

9. "Caminar de tu mano" - Río Roma & Fonseca

"I want to walk hand in hand with you for the rest of my life.May the birthdays I miss always be spent with me.I tell you I'm not playing when I tell you I love you.And I want to walk hand in hand with you until we're very old.And I know there will be a few bad days, hopefully a few.If you haven't understood me yet.I want your beautiful eyes to be inherited by our children."

10. "De rodillas" - Reik

"There's something important I'm trying to say. Let me get down on my knees for you. Tell me you'll answer to an always together... Give me tonight your hand. I don't want to spend a day without you. I want it to be in your arms. Where I see my days come to an end. Will you marry me? Spend a lifetime with me?"

11. "What would you say" - Mau y Ricky

"I'm made for you, I don't want to go looking around anymore, For I'm not sure of anything else but loving you, And my heartbeat is racing, asking you, If I ask for your hand, what would you say? If you ask for my life, I'd give it."

12. "Marry Me" - Belanova

"I don't need a necklace of diamonds, I don't need a huge house... Marry me with empty pockets, And you'll see that your kisses will be enough. Marry me without papers in front of the river, And nothing but your heart and mine".

The proposal will be an unforgettable moment and the song they use will become part of the soundtrack of their love story. Do you already know which one will accompany them in this special step?

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.