The music at a funeral can be very emotive and I know how important it is to choose the right song. We had a question

earlier this week about songs which are suitable for childrens funerals. I found a website that suggests
Funeral Songs and Memorial Music for a Child’s Service

My Heart Will Go On – performed by Celine Dion (Sample lyrics – “Every night in my dreams I see you, I feel you, that is how I know you go on”
In Dreams – performed by Roy Orbison (Sample lyrics – “In dreams I walk with you. in dreams I talk …read more

I was wondering how songs are changing and which are the most popular songs. CBC says the following funeral songs were the most popular

Goodbye My Lover, James Blunt.
Angels, Robbie Williams
I’ve Had the Time of My Life, Jennifer Warnes and Bill Medley
Wind Beneath My Wings, Bette Midler
Pie Jesu, Requiem
Candle in the Wind, Elton John
With or Without You, U2
Tears from Heaven, Eric Clapton
Every Breath You Take, The Police 
Unchained Melody, Righteous Brothers

Do you know when I go, I would want a happy song…one to make you smile or one that was upbeat. I  want people to celebrate my life not miss me. …read more