7 Questions You Should Absolutely Ask Your DJ—And What the Answers Revea

🎤 7 Questions You Should Absolutely Ask Your DJ—And What the Answers Reveal
(A DJ with a backup plan? Keeper. A DJ with an ego? RUN.)

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Hiring a wedding DJ is not just about who has the loudest speakers or the most Spotify followers. It’s about finding someone who can read a room, roll with the chaos, keep your guests hyped, and—most importantly—not lose their mind when someone’s Aunt Rhonda requests “Sandstorm” for the third time.

So how do you know if your DJ is The One (musically speaking)? You ask questions.
And not just “How much do you charge?” or “Do you play ‘Sweet Caroline’?”
You dig deeper.

Here are 8 questions every couple should ask their wedding DJ—and what those answers actually reveal.
(Because behind every great DJ is a backup plan… and behind every bad DJ is a Bluetooth speaker and blind confidence.)

1. “What’s your backup plan if your gear fails?”

🚩 Red Flag Answer: “Oh, that never happens.”
💍 Green Flag Answer: “I’ve got backup gear, backup playlists, and backup plans for my backups.”

This question is your first line of defense against a musical disaster.
If their answer involves phrases like “never had a problem” or “trust me, I’ve got this,” they’re tempting the wedding gods. HARD.
Look for DJs who plan like the world might end during your first dance—and are cool as a cucumber when the mic short-circuits.

2. “How do you handle song requests from guests?”

🚩 Red Flag Answer: “I just play what people ask for.”
💍 Green Flag Answer: “I use your vibe as a filter—if it fits the energy, I’ll drop it.”

You want someone who respects your vision—not someone who gives every tipsy groomsman a turntable.
The right DJ knows when to politely decline “Free Bird” at 10:30 PM… and when to say yes to Backstreet Boys because your bridal party just screamed the opening lyrics from across the room.

3. “Can we give you a ‘Do Not Play’ list?”

🚩 Red Flag Answer: “Nah, I just go with the flow.”
💍 Green Flag Answer: “Absolutely. I want to avoid anything that kills the vibe or your joy.”

Your DJ should treat your “Do Not Play” list like a sacred text.
If you never want to hear Baby Shark or Blurred Lines again in your life, this is your chance to lock it down like Fort Knox.

4. “How do you keep the dance floor going if no one is dancing?”

🚩 Red Flag Answer: “People usually just dance.”
💍 Green Flag Answer: “I watch the crowd, adjust the tempo, and drop a certified banger when needed.”

The difference between a good DJ and a great one is how they handle quiet panic mode.
No one’s dancing? Your DJ should know how to hype the room, read the energy, and play just the right track to get Uncle Bob back out there two-stepping like it’s 1986.

5. “Do you MC or make announcements?”

🚩 Red Flag Answer: “Nah, I’m not really into talking.”
💍 Green Flag Answer: “Yes—I’ll guide the night, make smooth announcements, and keep it fun without being a game show host.”

A good DJ knows how to be the voice of the night—clear, confident, and NOT cringey.
If your DJ sounds like they just rolled out of bed or like they’re auditioning for The Price Is Right, you’ve got problems.

6. “What’s your style when mixing music?”

🚩 Red Flag Answer: “I just let the whole song play.”
💍 Green Flag Answer: “I blend tracks smoothly to keep the energy up and the dance floor full.”

Letting every song play start to finish is like serving dinner with no seasoning.
You want a DJ who can mix, transition, and actually build momentum—not someone who slaps on a Spotify playlist and walks away to eat cake.

7. “Can we send you a short list of ‘must-play’ songs?”

🚩 Red Flag Answer: “I prefer to just do my thing.”
💍 Green Flag Answer: “Yes please—just 5 to 10 songs that help me understand your style.”

If your DJ can’t take input, they’re not customizing your wedding—they’re hosting their own personal concert.
Give them your vibe, not their ego in audio form.

Final Thoughts:

Asking your DJ the right questions is like giving them a map to your perfect party.
The answers will tell you everything: their preparedness, professionalism, and whether they’re about your wedding or their ego.

A DJ who listens, plans, and adapts?
Keeper.
A DJ who acts like you’re lucky to have them?
Run. Faster than the Cupid Shuffle.

🎶 Need a DJ who brings the vibes and the backup cables?
Let’s make your reception one for the books.
👉 Book DJ Rock My World now before someone else does.

And remember—if your DJ doesn’t flinch when you say “our first dance is a mashup of Enya and Pitbull”…
You’ve found the one.

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