![]() Just like Michelle Branch says, this song really reminds us that we can always keep our loved one’s with us. But they’re always with us, and this song says it beautifully so! “’Cause you’re everywhere to me / And when I close my eyes it’s you I see / You’re everything I know / That makes me believe / I’m not alone.” How can you argue with the inspirational spark these lyrics have? Sure, we can lose a loved one. ![]() This song isn’t about death or dying, but it really represents the circle of life that we find ourselves in these beautiful moments of coming together to celebrate life. After tears come, there is a beauty that is light and vulnerable, and these songs truly embody that: Once all the tears have been shed, it’s time to shake it up a little. We love a good romance story, and this is the perfect song that embodies romance.įuneral songs that are inspiring and uplifting The melody will take you into a love trance.Īs it was so infamously played in the cry-festival of a movie, The Notebook, this one is a classic for long time lovers. Really great for Indie lovers and people of all ages. This acoustic, yet modern song is a great expression of love without being all big and ballad-y. The lyrics, the way it’s delivered, and the love you can feel emanating from Beyonce. This version of the famously known song by the Queen of pop, Beyonce, was performed for a child who was terminally ill in the hospital, and it really touched our hearts. If you really want a good cry, or there is a beautiful romance that has been affected by the loss that deserves an ode, these songs will certainly fit the situation: It’s one of those songs I could imagine playing at a funeral where someone’s life – and love – were cut short. ![]() Not only does it help you reflect the life lived, but it also inspires you to live a life based on love and compassion, not material things: “Money can’t buy back all your youth when you’re old, a friend when you’re lonely, or peace to your soul”.Īlthough the lyrics cut me deep, there’s something about this song that’s quite romantic. Seriously, it takes my breath away every time I hear it. I dare you to listen to this rendition and not cry. This song is easily the most beautiful song I have ever heard. There is another world, there is a better world”. It’s comforting lyrics sing “Don’t feel bad for me, I want you to know, deep in the cell of my heart, I really want to go. This song is a little “dark”, but the lullaby-like melody make it a beautiful song to play at a funeral. The Smith’s are arguably one of the most talented bands of all time. There’s a scene in the movie “My Sister’s Keeper” where this song plays and I absolutely lost it the first time I heard it. It’s good to feel your feelings, and these beautiful songs will take you there: These songs could help you to get all of the tears out of the way, which is very important at a service. “And I think to myself, what a wonderful world…”.Īllowfullscreen=”allowfullscreen”> įuneral songs that will open the floodgates I can just imagine the doves being released to this song on the day I leave this world. The ukeleighleigh, his comforting voice, the beautiful lyrics. “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” – Israel Kamakawiwo’OleĪhhhh, this song. A funeral service isn’t complete without this song, plus the words practically ooze out of his mouth. Jeff Buckley makes it on this list again with his rendition of “Hallelujah”. I’ll never forget the feeling I felt when I first heard it. The first funeral I ever attended was for my grandfather, and my mom requested that they play this song in honor of him. ![]() It’s sad, but not sad enough to make you want to curl up in a ball and cry. It’s a mix of everything you’d ever want from a funeral song – soft, acoustic, uplifting and thoughtful. James Taylor can sing this song at my funeral any day. These songs are a nice mix of beautiful odes to someone’s life and ones that have stuck around for a while, for good reason:ġ. Give them a listen below, que them up on your playlist, or use our FREE Spotify playlist with nearly 100 songs at the bottom of this blog to get your inspired for your next celebration of life! The classic, most touching funeral songsįirst, let’s start things off with songs you’d typically hear at a funeral. Say goodbye to the typical bag pipes you’d hear at a funeral, because these top 25 funeral songs to play at a service will help your families bid their farewells in the most unique and perfect way. We asked funeral directors across the country what their favorite funeral songs are, and the votes are in. What’s a great funeral service without music that celebrates the life of a loved one perfectly? ![]()
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