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The Beatles, “Across The Universe” Speaks of The Stages of Grief
The ever riding need that nothing's going to change my world
John Lennon, of the Beatles, considers the lyrics to his song “Across the Universe” to be his best and most poetic ever. Written simply as a knee-jerk reaction to a difficult day, John turned his day around in a … Continue reading
“Teen Angel” by Mark Dinning
A classic, heart breaking song about the death of a teen
The sweet song “Teen Angel” hit number one in the charts back in 1960. Written by Jean Dinning and performed by both her husband and her brother, Mark Dinning, the slow melody sings of the sweetness and tragic death of … Continue reading
“Like a River” Is a Painfully Real Memorial Service Song for Daughters Who Have Lost Their Mother
Carly Simon sings honestly about the death of her mother and the sad details, including settling the estate, that followed
One of my personal favorites, Carly Simon’s song “Like a River”, expresses the depth of Carly’s love following the death of her mother. Carly sings openly of “death’s struggle,” then peace and the subsequent sad details of settling the estate … Continue reading
Afterlife Beliefs in Africa
Traditional African perspectives on afterlife and burial
In some traditional African perspectives on afterlife and burial, it is believed that the dead are nearer to a “singular supreme being” than the living. Certain afterlife beliefs in Africa hold that reward and punishment are experienced in this life … Continue reading
“Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd
A heartfelt funeral song about love and remembrance
Pink Floyd, one of the greatest rock bands of all time, isn’t just known for their classic melodies and stage presence. Most of their lyrics, when given a thoughtful listen or read, tap into our most human emotions. “Wish You … Continue reading
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American Idol Kris Allen Sings An Up Beat Rock Song
He belts out with fervor "Gotta live like we're dying"
“Live Like We’re Dying” is not your usual memorial song. The eighth season American Idol winner, 27 year old Kris Allen, almost screams as he sings his Live Like We’re Dying to instill an in the moment rush to grab … Continue reading
