Best Funeral Songs (Modern & Traditional) [2025]

Quick link: See the full Funeral & Memorial Music Guide for songs by mood and faith.

These are the most-requested songs we hear from families—organized so you can find something that feels right, whether the service is traditional, contemporary, or a celebration of life.

Tip: Pick 2–3 songs—one before, one during reflection, one for the recessional.

Modern & Contemporary

  • “See You Again” — Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
  • “You Raise Me Up” — Josh Groban
  • “Hallelujah” — Leonard Cohen (acoustic)
  • “Supermarket Flowers” — Ed Sheeran
  • “Fix You” — Coldplay (instrumental works well)

Traditional & Hymns

  • “Amazing Grace”
  • “How Great Thou Art”
  • “It Is Well with My Soul”
  • “Be Still My Soul”
  • “On Eagle’s Wings”

By Mood

  • Comforting: “Tears in Heaven”, “Be Still My Soul”
  • Hopeful: “I Can Only Imagine”, “You Raise Me Up”
  • Reflective: “Hallelujah” (acoustic), “Fix You” (instrumental)
  • Celebration of Life: “What a Wonderful World”, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”

Explore more suggestions in our Funeral & Memorial Music Guide.

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