Funeral songs for a good friend

[why2]

"Somewhere Over the Rainbow"

Very sorry for your loss.

[hilts]

No Hard Feelings - The Avett Brothers

Here's the first verse, but I suggest you check out the full song lyrics. This is definitely the song I want people to hear at my funeral.

When my body won't hold me anymore
And it finally lets me free
Will I be ready?
When my feet won't walk another mile
And my lips give their last kiss goodbye
Will my hands be steady?

[GHS]

"Broke down Palace" by the Grateful Dead...sang it twice at memorials....kind of like an alternative to Amazing Grace....

[Silurian]

Sorry for your loss. I agree that any choice should be discussed with the family but this is my suggestion.

[Ozzy the dog]

This is tough. Before my friend passed at 53 she requested 'How long will I love you' by Ellie Goulding which was quite nice.

Hope all goes peacefully.

Originally Posted by gmruegg

Most requested song at British funerals: "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" from the Python movie. Hope I'm not offending by making this suggestion. Sorry for the loss of your friend.

This is true and my sons have their orders to play it at mine. However, could be received poorly by some, such a request has to come from the family.

[Norsepicker]

My brother and cousin played and sang the band’s I shall be released at my father’s funeral. I’ll never forget it.

[roylor4]

I think it depends a lot on how the family wants the feel of the music to be.

There are a lot of great suggestions already, but whatever you choose, I would try to pick something that doesn't personally choke you up too much. It would be easy to break down in these circumstances.

My sincere condolences.

I will add to the list: The Rainbow Connection, Where Rainbows never die


Good luck. Tough task.

[SalFromChatham]

At my father in law's funeral my wife's cousin (fiddle) and I played Ashokan Farewell. There are many instrumental versions suitable for just guitar.

[gfspencer]

My church insists on religious songs at a funeral.

[Texsunburst59]

I actually played the Vince Gill song at our Steel players funeral when he passed away.


Vince Gill - Go Rest High On That Mountain

George Jones He Stopped Loving Her Today

[jed1894]

If the situation fits——- Conway Twitty “that’s my job”

[guitar george]

You'll Never Walk Alone

[Mjme123@aol. Om]

We’ll meet again amazing grace. Sorry for your loss.

[jpricewood]

The Cowboy Rides Away by George Strait if he was a cowboy-type.

[Riverwolf]

Long as I can see the light - CCR (played slowly)