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Songs not to play at a funeral

204 replies

MikeRafone · 13/02/2026 13:43

Another one bites the dust - Queen
Staying alive bee gees
Smoke gets in my eyes the platters

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Teenagerantruns · 13/02/2026 14:51

My friend had 'wish me good luck as you wave me goodbye' she chose it, made people laugh.

EstoyRobandoSuCasa · 13/02/2026 14:53

I'm surprised no one has mentioned Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot.

carpool · 13/02/2026 14:55

My DSis said she went to a funeral once where they played 'Take my breath away' and she sat there trying not to giggle.

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Popcorn by Hot Butter

MeouwKing · 13/02/2026 14:56

Always look on the bright side of life.

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kelsaecobbles · 13/02/2026 13:48

Apparently the rhythm of another bites the dust is perfect for CPR…

And baby shark

TheRozzers · 13/02/2026 14:58

Ultra Nate - Free. This was played at a 15 year olds funeral and I thought it was a weird choice.

MrsBadEnoch · 13/02/2026 14:58

Missing You
Without You

RedRiverShore6 · 13/02/2026 14:58

Trying to get to heaven - Bob Dylan

Mudflaps · 13/02/2026 15:01

I slag my ex boyfriend (still good friends, he introduced my husband and I) that I'll play -To all the girls I've loved before' which would absolutely suit but he recently got married and I don't think his wife would approve.

PenelopeAsks · 13/02/2026 15:07

Highway to Hell. AC/DC

RB68 · 13/02/2026 15:12

Spirit in the sky one

MrsBadEnoch · 13/02/2026 15:20

I will survive
If I could turn back time
Dancing Queen
Born to be alive

LydiaFunnyGums · 13/02/2026 15:21

Life - Song by Des'ree

MrsBadEnoch · 13/02/2026 15:24
(about 40 mins in)
Dollymylove · 13/02/2026 15:26

Show me Heaven.
Played at my sisters funeral

GivingUpFinally · 13/02/2026 15:27

Holiday - Madonna
Celebration- Kool and the Gang

SpikeGilesSandwich · 13/02/2026 15:28

The Cheeky Girls - Touch my Bum

nannyl · 13/02/2026 15:31

It was my 94 year old Grandmothers wish that the last song of her funeral was
"Ding dong, the witch is dead" from the wizard of oz (She LOVED musicals)

Yes her final wish was granted and we all walked out to that song!!!!!

She was the most wonderful "un-witch" like lady with an amazing sense of humor!

MiddleAgedDread · 13/02/2026 15:31

it's oh so quiet.......

GenechandlerHeyMrBigshotNsoul · 13/02/2026 15:33

Jimmy Mack...my world is on fire
Northern soul record.

Tonissister · 13/02/2026 15:36

Velvethoneydew · 13/02/2026 13:46

Good Riddance - Green Day

Weirdly, I know someone who wants this as a song at their funeral.

meikyo · 13/02/2026 15:44

Number One Song in Heaven by Sparks. I want this played at mine.

Galatine · 13/02/2026 15:53

Put Another Log On The Fire.

OrigamiOwls · 13/02/2026 15:58

Tonissister · 13/02/2026 15:36

Weirdly, I know someone who wants this as a song at their funeral.

I think if you listen to the lyrics it's appropriate. If you know the title, less so.

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