Beyond tradition and culture, music brings us together and can communicate what can’t be said by words. While we generally think of music as entertainment, it helps us relate and interact with our feelings without having to utter a word. Having a parent pass away is incredibly hard to process and comprehend. Since music enables us to channel our sorrow, we’re putting together a list of funeral songs for mom, for meaningful service.
No matter what you’re searching for, many songs can make you think about your mom. Try to pick pieces that are special and personal, but you can also choose songs that your mother used to enjoy.
Funeral Caring USA’s Playlist to Remember Mom
- 10,000 Miles by Mary Chapin Carpenter
- There You’ll Be by Faith Hill
- The Best Day by Taylor Swift
- Coat of Many Colours by Dolly Parton
- Mama Liked the Roses by Elvis Presley
- Slipping Through My Fingers by ABBA
- A Song for Mama by Boyz II Men
- You Raise Me Up by Josh Groban
- On Angel’s Wings by Karen Taylor Wood
- Wind Beneath My Wings by Bette Middler
- One More Day by Diamond Rio
- In the Arms of an Angel by Sarah McLachlan
- All Things Bright and Beautiful
- One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
- I Can Only Imagine by Mercy Me
- I Will Always Love You by Dolly Parton
- Like a River by Carley Simon
- Send Me a Song by Celtic Woman
- Mama’s Song by Carrie Underwood
- All My Tears by Selah
- Mama by Il Divo
- Goodbye’s the Saddest Word by Celine Dion
- Unforgettable by Nat King Cole
- When I’m Gone by Joey+Rory
- I’ll Always Love My Mamma by The Intruders
- Supermarket Flowers by Ed Sheeran
- Spirit in the Sky by Norman Greenbaum
- Halo by Beyonce
- The Best by Tina Turner
