Best Songs For A Celebration Of Life

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Choosing songs for a celebration of life is a very personal decision, as it often reflects the individual's taste and personality. These songs can help evoke feelings of nostalgia, comfort, and inspiration for those attending. Music can be a powerful way to remember and honor someone and can bring people together in a way that words alone cannot. It's important to choose songs for a celebration of life that have a special meaning to the person being remembered, as well as to their loved ones.

If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lindsey Nickel. Born and raised in the East Bay, I’m a wedding planner turned celebration of life planner based in Napa, California. I’ve planned 100+ events since 2010 and I specialize in celebrations of life (and Napa weddings). I help grieving families throughout the San Francisco Bay Area plan meaningful celebrations of life, without feeling even more stressed out. Suddenly, things you didn’t think you cared about become important. That’s where an event planner comes in to provide you with options, help you make decisions efficiently, and manage the event planning.

Here are some suggestions for songs for a celebration of life:

1. "My Way" by Frank Sinatra

2. "Wind Beneath My Wings" by Bette Midler

3. "Amazing Grace" by Various Artists

4. "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong

5. "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban

6. "Supermarket Flowers" by Ed Sheeran

7. "The Dance" by Garth Brooks

8. "I Will Remember You" by Sarah McLachlan

9. "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton

10. "Time to Say Goodbye" by Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman

11. "Angels" by Robbie Williams

12. "Fly" by Celine Dion

13. "The Rose" by Bette Midler

14. "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers

15. "I'll Be Missing You" by Puff Daddy ft. Faith Evans

16. "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

17. "Dust in the Wind" by Kansas

18. "Fields of Gold" by Sting

19. "In My Life" by The Beatles

20. "Hallelujah" by Jeff Buckley

21. "I Can Only Imagine" by MercyMe

22. "The Prayer" by Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli

23. "Somewhere Out There" by Linda Ronstadt and James Ingram

24. "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston

25. "My Heart Will Go On" by Celine Dion

26. "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin

27. "Knocking on Heaven's Door" by Bob Dylan

28. "Angie" by The Rolling Stones

29. "Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M.

30. "Circle of Life" by Elton John

31. “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack

32. “Dancing In The Sky” by Dani & Lizzy

33. “Heaven Was Needing a Hero” by Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman

34. “Candle In The Wind” by Elton John

35. “If You’re Reading This” by Tim Mcgraw

36. “I’ll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy

37. “In the Arms of an Angel” by Sarah McLachlan

38. “Remember When It Rained” by Josh Groban

39. “Yesterday” by The Beatles

40. “A Long Way” by Josh Garrels

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Celebration of Life Songs For Mom, Grandma, or Wife

These songs can evoke memories of a woman's love, and celebrate her life and legacy.

1. “Supermarket Flowers” by Ed Sheeran

2. "Wind Beneath My Wings" by Bette Midler

3. "A Song for Mama" by Boyz II Men

4. "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" by Stevie Wonder

5. "A Mother’s Prayer" by Celine Dion

6. "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston

7. "Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion

8. "My Girl" by The Temptations

9. "In My Life" by The Beatles

10. "The Rose" by Bette Midler

11. "Unforgettable" by Nat King Cole

12. “Angel” by Sarah McLachlan

13. “Goodbye’s (The Saddest Word) by Celine Dion

14. "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban

15. “Jealous of the Angels” by Jenn Bostic

16. “A Mother’s Love” by Jim Brickman

17. “Don’t Forget to Remember Me” by Carrie Underwood

18. “Sissy’s Song” by Alan Jackson

19. “Go Rest High On That Mountain” by Vince Gill

20. “To Where You Are” by Josh Groban

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Celebration of Life Songs For Dad, Grandpa, or Husband

These songs can help celebrate a man's life, and evoke memories of his love and influence.

1. "My Way" by Frank Sinatra

2. "Cat's in the Cradle" by Harry Chapin

3. "Dance with My Father" by Luther Vandross

4. "The Best Day" by Taylor Swift

5. "Hero" by Mariah Carey

6. "Forever Young" by Bob Dylan

7. "You've Got a Friend" by James Taylor

8. "Father and Son" by Cat Stevens

9. "Simple Man" by Lynyrd Skynyrd

10. "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton

11. “What A Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong

12. "Time to Say Goodbye" by Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman

13. “Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd

14. “You Raise Me Up” by Josh Groban

15. “Song For Dad” by Keith Urban

16. “Thank You For Being My Dad” by Jon Barker

17. “The Living Years” by Mike and the Mechanics

18. “Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole

19. “Daddy’s Hands” by Holly Dunn

20. “The Dance” by Garth Brooks

Celebration of Life Songs For Daughters and Sons

These songs can celebrate a child's life and legacy, and evoke memories of their love, joy, and spirit.

1. "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton

2. "The Greatest Love of All" by Whitney Houston

3. "Butterfly Kisses" by Bob Carlisle

4. "I Hope You Dance" by Lee Ann Womack

5. "You Are Loved (Don't Give Up)" by Josh Groban

6. "A Song for My Daughter" by Ray Allaire

7. "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts

8. "Circle of Life" by Elton John

9. "Angels Among Us" by Alabama

10. "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" by Judy Garland

11. “Beautiful Boy” by John Lennon

12. “Calling All Angels” by KD Lang

13. “Who You’d Be Today” by Kenny Chesney

14. “Goodnight My Angel” by Billy Joel

15. “If I Die Young” by The Band Perry

16. “Where The River Meets the Sea” by John Denver

17. “Borrowed Angels” by Kristen Chenoweth

18. “Baby Mine” by Betty Noyes (Dumbo Movie)

19. “Small Bump” by Ed Sheeran

20. “He’s My Son” by Mark Schultz

Celebration of life songs offer a variety of genres and styles, from uplifting and inspirational to reflective and contemplative. Whether you're looking for a song that keeps you in your feels or to celebrate the life of your loved one, there is a wide range of music to choose from that can provide comfort and solace to those in attendance.

As long as the song chosen has meaning to your loved one or to you, then it will be a perfect fit for the celebration of life.