What to Write on a Song Lyric Canvas: Lyrics, Names & Dates (2026)

Short answer: Most song lyric canvases include three things: a short passage of lyrics (usually the chorus or the one line that means the most), the couple’s names, and a meaningful date. You don’t need the whole song — a few lines read best as wall art. At AmourPrint you send the exact wording and get a free design proof to check before anything prints, so you can adjust the lines, spacing, and names first. Below is exactly what to include, how much of the song to use, and common wording examples.

The three things to put on a lyric canvas

1. The lyrics. Choose a short, meaningful passage — typically the chorus or the single line you both know by heart. This is the heart of the piece.

2. Your names. First names are most common (“Sarah & James”), though some couples use a shared last name or a nickname.

3. A date. The wedding date, the day you met, or an anniversary. The date turns the canvas from a lyric print into a record of your specific moment.

How much of the song should you include?

Less than you’d think. A few lines — a chorus or a couplet — reads far better as wall art than a full page of text, which gets cramped and hard to read. Pick the passage that carries the meaning:

• The chorus — the part everyone remembers; the safest, strongest choice.
• The opening lines — if the first words set the tone of your relationship.
• One signature line — the single lyric that is “yours,” set large and simple.

If you love a longer passage, step up to a bigger canvas so the type stays readable — your free proof will show whether the text fits comfortably.

Common layouts and wording examples

You don’t have to write anything clever — the song does the work. Typical arrangements:

• Lyrics + names + date: the chorus, then “Emma & Daniel · June 14, 2020” underneath.
• Lyrics only: just the passage, clean and unbranded — good if it’s going in a shared space.
• Title + a line + date: the song title as a header, one signature line below, and the date at the base.

Whatever you choose, you provide the exact text and approve the proof, so the final canvas reads precisely how you want.

What if it’s not a couple’s gift?

The same approach works beyond weddings and anniversaries. For a parent or grandparent, use a lyric they always sang plus their name and a milestone date. For a friend or a graduate, a line from a song that defined a chapter. For a memorial, a lyric that captures the person, with their name and dates. The formula — meaningful lines, a name, a date — fits almost any occasion.

Start yours on the custom song lyric canvas, browse the collection, or see the size guide to match your text to a size.

Frequently asked questions

What do you put on a song lyric canvas?

Usually three things: a short passage of lyrics (often the chorus), the names, and a meaningful date. You can also do lyrics only, or add the song title as a header.

How many lines of lyrics should I use?

A few — typically the chorus or one signature line. Short passages read best as wall art; longer passages need a larger canvas to stay readable.

Can I add our names and wedding date?

Yes. Names and a date are the most common additions, and you approve a free proof of the full layout before printing.

Do I have to include lyrics, or can it be lyrics only?

Either works. You can include names and a date, or keep it lyrics-only for a cleaner look in a shared space.