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Funeral Service Song suggestions My sweet niece Cecilia passed away on Monday at the tender age of 34. I have been designated to do the music for her service. I'm planning on making 2 discs. The first being songs like "You Bring Me Joy" by Anita Baker. "Resilient (Sapphire)" by Teena Marie, etc. The second disc I want to be uptempo-ish to be played after the services for the lunch part. I've already got "We Are Family" and stuff like that. But I want to know what U guys think. any suggestions? If it breaks when it bends, U better not put it in! | |
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First I want to say I am sorry for your loss. I think you should play songs that she liked.
My uncle loved the Adams Family,so when he passed away,we ended the service by playing the Adams Family theme song. It definately was not your normal funeral music,but who said we were normal. Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. ~Berthold Auerbach | |
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My condolences...
Is it a church/religious service? If so, then you should consult the priest/preacher/religious leader about what music is appropriate....
For the repast, maybe you should talk to her parents and siblings: What you might think is okay, might offend them in their time of mourning. Also they would have a good idea of what she would have wanted to hear...
When my uncle died of Alzheimers last year, my aunt played Celine Dion ALL DAY- in the funeral home and at the house. She was his favorite performer, and they used to keep her playing in his room when he was sick. (I NEVER want to hear "I Am Your Lady" again! "Love Hurts. Your lies, they cut me. Now your words don't mean a thing. I don't give a damn if you ever loved me..." -Cher, "Woman's World" | |
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If she had a deep appreciation of classicial music I'd recommend Beethoven's Symphony No. 7 in A Major Op 92. Allegretto. | |
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My condolences,
When my mom passed I focused on her favorite music. For the viewing I chose her favorite gospel songs from James Cleveland, Mahalia Jackson, etc. and for the repast, appropriate selections by EWF, Donny Hathaway, Roberta Flack, Coltrane, Charlie Parker...etc.
So as Chocolate suggested, try to get some input from family members and use appropriate songs from her favorite artists and mix those in with some classics.
Some general song suggestions...
Keep Your Head To The Sky......EWF Family Reunion.....Ojays Put Your Hands Together.....Ojays Joy And Pain.....Frankie Beverly Human Nature.....Michael Jackson I'm Every Woman...Chaka Khan Shining Star....EWF
Prince, in you I found a kindred spirit...Rest In Paradise. | |
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I think everyone's picked out some great songs but there's always been one song I always suggest for funerals: Elton John's Candel In The Wind. I think you should play what music she liked (would you mind giving us a couple of artists?) I'm so sorry for your loss BTW | |
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I am so sorry for your loss...
"Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything." --Plato
https://youtu.be/CVwv9LZMah0 | |
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But, the one song I know I would like played for me when I pass is Stevie Wonder's "As." To me, there is no better song than this to express the joy of life, how much we remember our loved ones, and the beauty of the realm we pass on to...Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday - GC Cameron Jesus Is Love - The Commodores Thunder - Prince Jesus Is Just Alright - The Doobie Brothers Spirit In The Sky - Norman Greenbaum A Man Called Jesus - Mavis Staples Do Not Pass Me By - MC Hammer God Is Trying To Tell You Something - The Color Purple Soundtrack God - Prince I Miss You - Klymaxx Say Amen - Howard Hewitt I'll Take You There - The Staple Singers Let's Go Crazy - Prince
Andy is a four letter word. | |
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THIS. I forgot all about this song | |
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Condolences on your loss...i hope u know she's in a much better place now pain free.... I Cant Imagine Love Without You-Stevie Wonder Aint No Need To Worry-Anita Baker feat The Winans You Brought The Sunshine-The Clark Sisters Very Real Way-The Winans Exodus-Bob Marley & The Wailers Dance, Dance, Dance-Chic Your Smile-Rene & Angela Love Love Love-Al Green Back In Love Again-L.T.D. Mighty Love-The Spinners Someone Like You-Daryl Hall Trade In My Life-R. Kelly If You Move I Fall-The Soul Children Just Don't Wanna Be Lonley-The Main Ingredient I Know You I Live You-Chaka Khan September-EWF Holy Ghost-Bar-Kays Together Again-Janet Jackson
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I always thought "I Wish It Would Rain" by the Temptations was lovely. | |
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Thanks U guys! U have given me alot to ponder over. I thank U for all your suggestions! If it breaks when it bends, U better not put it in! | |
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I am sorry for your loss. Ilost my cousin at 29 years old. You Are Not Alone by MJ is a solid choice. For ubeat happier songs, I"d go for songs that your neice enjoyed. | |
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Just Music-No Categories-Enjoy It! |
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