The Top Ten Songs of Death!
No one likes to think of their demise, but have you ever stopped to consider how you want to be remembered on your way out? The music played at your funeral will stick in the minds and hearts of many attending for the rest of their lives.
So what is the top played songs at most funerals? Still remaining in the number one position is Frank Sinatra’s “I Did It My Way”—a complete kick in the face to our God, in my opinion.
People don’t always remember the eulogy, but they will remember the music. I’m talking about something other than the sedate background music broadcast in most funeral homes.
When a loved one plans a music list for a funeral, some will scrutinize the lyrics as an epitaph. The lyrics will sear your life’s purpose and existence into those attending.
If you are planning your last will and testament, I think it’s important to include poems and/or songs which reflect your true nature and demeanor.
Here is a list I assembled of the “Top Ten Contemporary Christian Funeral Songs” which I believe should be played at most funerals.
- “Where I Belong” – Building 429
- “Ain’t No Grave” – Selah
- “Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)” – Chris Tomlin
- “Indescribable” – Chris Tomlin
- “I Can Only Imagine” – Mercy Me
- “I Will Rise” – Chris Tomlin
- “There Will Be A Day” – Jeremy Camp
- “Cry Out To Jesus” – Third Day
- “In The Blink of An Eye” – Mercy Me
- “With Hope” – Steven Curtis Chapman
What’s the number one song you want at your funeral? Sound off and let the world know!
“I can only Imagine.” My mom heard the song one time before she passed away and loved it. Although we did not play it at her funeral, her church played it the Sunday after her death during service and some of the women did a liturgical dance to it. So very moving, I still ball my eyes out when I hear that song. I also love the song “How Great Thou Art.”
You may think this is funny or crazy but the first song I want played at my funeral is To Hell With The Devil by Stryper. He won’t be able to touch this soul again
Good list of songs! I also have one. This is not about how good the song, but it’s more about the glory of God whether in death or in life.
Peace in Christ!
Phillip
I want to note that Elvis’ version omitted the line “o say the things he truly feels;
And not the words of one who kneels.”, which to me is a high-handed reproach of God and faith. As far as the rest of the lyrics, I have no problem with, because sometimes, when everyone else is going one way, I am going my way, because the Bible told me so.