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“Grace” by Jeff Buckley

A stunning funeral song that celebrates both life and death

Like many of Jeff Buckley’s songs, “Grace” has taken on new meaning almost 20 years after the singer’s death. Buckley dives into an interesting paradox in the song: Life feels short and fragile, yet it also moves at a molasses-like pace. … Continue reading

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“Sometimes It Snows In April” Serves as a Haunting Reminder After Prince’s Death

Long before his death in April, the legend recorded a beautiful ballad about the brevity of life

On April 21, 2016, Prince was found dead near his home in  Minneapolis. He was just 57 years old. The legendary singer and multi-instrumentalist left behind a massive catalog of songs, but by far one of the most haunting, and … Continue reading

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The Death of David Bowie Reflected Through “Lazarus”

The legendary singer left us with one last parting gift

With a new album released less than a week ago on his 69th birthday, few expected David Bowie to leave us so suddenly. From the outside, Bowie seemed as vivacious and artistic as always. But unbeknownst to many of his … Continue reading

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 “Saying Goodbye” by Ralph Burns and Jeff Moss

The Muppets' classic song about parting ways

The Muppets sing “Saying Goodbye” in The Muppets Take Manhattan as they part ways after failing to sell the musical they’ve written, Manhattan Melodies, to a Broadway producer. Kermit and Miss Piggy stay in New York while Fozzie, Gonzo, Camilla, Scooter, Rowlf and … Continue reading

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”I Am Mine” by Pearl Jam

This song highlights the tragedy of lives that are taken away far too soon

It should have been a day of celebration and music, but it ended in mayhem. More than 50,000 people stood in front of the Roskilde stage on June 30, 2000, waiting for Pearl Jam to perform. Shortly into the band’s … Continue reading

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”Missing You” by Diana Ross

This touching tribute to a fallen friend mirrors the pain of those left behind

Of all of the premature deaths in music, Marvin Gaye’s was perhaps the most shocking. Not only was he murdered at gunpoint, but the killer was his own father. At just 44 years old, Gaye left his mark on the … Continue reading

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