Tacky Song For A Wedding?

Sometimes at weddings when the time is right, I would make an announcement asking everybody to bow their heads and give a moment of silence to reflect on the events that happened today. When the hall is very quiet and guest’s heads are bowed, I wait about 5 seconds then I play “Taps”. The hall erupts in laughter. My head is still bowed and until the song is finished, then I just say “Thank You” and the night continues. I always received a positive response and so far, nobody has complained. I think to myself that someday it could back fire on me. Never a problem with the B&G. Is this tacky?

I think you're right to say "when the time is right". I think it's a great idea, but may backfire if someone has a special connection to the song (lost a loved one in a war????)

That depends on how much information you get from the B&G. The thing you would be looking for is if somebody close to them recently died, or if the ceremony had a dedication to a deceased family member or friend (not necessarily recent).

It's cute, but it depends on the perception that the B&G had when they hired you. Did you mention your sense of humor during the meeting? I sell myself as a no nonsense type of DJ and that's the client that comes to me. If I were to take it upon myself to try something like that it may not be pleasant.

Sometimes at weddings when the time is right, I would make an announcement asking everybody to bow their heads and give a moment of silence to reflect on the events that happened today. When the hall is very quiet and guest’s heads are bowed, I wait about 5 seconds then I play “Taps”. The hall erupts in laughter. My head is still bowed and until the song is finished, then I just say “Thank You” and the night continues. I always received a positive response and so far, nobody has complained. I think to myself that someday it could back fire on me. Never a problem with the B&G. Is this tacky?

I love it... I think most crowds could see the obvious tongue in cheek humor in that...Love it Rueben and will use it at my next wedding

Well that isn't my style either, but if it works for you.......go for it!

I too rely on spontaneity but in situations such as listed above I might run it by the bride and groom first to assure its success and to keep from offering up a potential black cloud to the CELEBRATION.

I like the idea, it's cute... maybe it could be done with Queen's "Another One Bites The Dust" instead....

I get the concept tho and in the right set of cercumstances it'd be priceless. Again it would have to be discussed ahead of time with the b&g and not just sprang on them as the mood hit me.

I guess this vocal would be a big NO!

“Marriage has three rings: engagement ring, wedding ring, and suffering.”

I agree with the others. What happens if someon in the audience takes offense to it (recently lost a family member that was serving our country, Etc.)

Maybe it's me, but I don't get it. Is it supposed to be funny?
Personally, I'd can it, or find a different song.

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Ruben I want to make it clear I like it and enjoyed the humor.

To date, I haven’t received a negative response from the B&G or their guests at the wedding about playing ‘Taps;” it has always been positive feedback. I can say I have a perfect track record by getting the correct response from the crowd; huge laugher. It’s always been a hit! Playing “Another One Bites The Dust” has been done over and over again and I don’t play “Taps” all the time. Just like doing any event, you need to read the crowd by knowing what to play, what not to play, and how far you can take them is an invaluable asset.

I know a lot of you guys think it’s inappropriate to play “Taps” because we might offend someone. However, every time we play a song it’s liable to offend someone. Are we sensitive to “Taps” because of the war in Iraq? Would it be different if the war was not going on?

Jon, we all love to laugh and smile.

Thanks for everybody’s feedback.

I guess this vocal would be a big NO!

“Marriage has three rings: engagement ring, wedding ring, and suffering.”

Never play the song "Ring" by the Dino Martinis... :sqeek::sqlaugh:

Tacky...

I played Soulja Boy at my wedding on Sat. By request of B&G.

Rueben.....do what you do and dont worry about what others say.....im assuming that most of your events are word of mouth....then most know of it then....and even if they dont....the ability to read the crowd and spring it at the right time is priceless.

i have an interactive schtik i do but only if i feel the crowd is right...and everytime i do it it works.....but i really need to read the crowd properly.....what works for you may not for others so if it works keep it up....the day it doesnt work well youll know that to.

Hmmmmmmm.

I can see 'Another One Bites The Dust', and the humour behind it.

.....But what on earth is 'Taps' ????? :sqconfused:

A bugle call or drum signal sounded at night, as at a military camp, as an order to put out lights and also sounded at military funerals and memorial services.