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Category Archives: Expressive Music
“Prayer” by Lizzie West
Singer-songwriter reminds us that our loved ones live on in the sun and rain
Named Breakout Artist of the Year by AOL and Entertainment Weekly in 2003, Lizzie West is largely unknown today. Yet she created some beautiful music, including “Prayer,” an ode to those who’ve died, and a reminder to their loved ones … Continue reading
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“In Case You Don’t Live Forever” by Ben Platt
Melodic ballad honors those who’ve come before us
Ben Platt’s powerful song, “In Case You Don’t Live Forever,” is the love letter all of us would want to write a parent, friend or mentor who’d served as a guide in our lives. Released in 2019 on his debut … Continue reading
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“Visiting Hours” by Ed Sheeran
A heartfelt ballad that may resonate with anyone who has lost a close friend
There are relationships that we have with friends and mentors that we simply don’t want to end, and Ed Sheeran’s “Visiting Hours” poignantly expresses the longing to have more time with someone close to our heart.
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“Many Rivers to Cross” by Jimmy Cliff
A moving and expressive song of hardship and struggle
The grandfather of reggae singer Jimmy Cliff wrote “Many Rivers To Cross” at the mere age of 21, and to this day, it is still considered one of the most soulful songs of his decades-long career. The heartbreaking lyrics relay … Continue reading
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“The Fear of Losing This” by Florist
A reflective, indie-pop song asks how we can make peace with life's impermanence
“The Fear of Losing This,” by indie folk group Florist, delves into the confrontation of life’s ephemeral nature and the quest to find solace in the inevitability of loss. Emily Sprague, Florist’s vocalist and songwriter, showcases her unique ability to … Continue reading
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Tagged Expressive Music, Grief, Grief Loss and Bereavement, Grieving, Music
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“This is What Losing Someone Feels Like” by JVKE
A song about the pain of losing someone, the grief that follows, and some advice about reaching out
“This is What Losing Someone Feels Like” is a poignant conversation with the person who is gone while also offering advice to listeners. The co-writer and performer — 22-year-old JVKE, pronounced Jake — was born Jacob Dodge Lawson and is … Continue reading
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