Celebration
Funeral Songs

Explore 6 funeral songs tagged as "celebration". Each song has been carefully curated to help you create a meaningful memorial service.

6 songs

All Celebration Songs

Louis Armstrong

The quintessential New Orleans jazz funeral song, starting somber then exploding into joyful celebration during the second line.

Why it's meaningful: Embodies New Orleans jazz funeral tradition - mourning the loss while celebrating the soul's journey to heaven.

Best moment: Recessional or second line celebration, especially for New Orleans funerals.

Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

A gentle ukulele version that transforms the classic into a peaceful farewell.

Why it's meaningful: The Hawaiian rendition brings a sense of peace and the promise of a better place.

Best moment: Creates a serene atmosphere during reflection or exit.

Louis Armstrong

A celebration of life

Why it's meaningful: Reminds us to appreciate the world our loved one cherished.

Best moment: Uplifting choice for celebrating a life of gratitude.

Josh Groban

An uplifting tribute to someone who was a source of strength.

Why it's meaningful: Celebrates how loved ones lift us up and continue to inspire even after death.

Best moment: Powerful during tributes or as a recessional.

Edwin Hawkins Singers

This joyful arrangement of an 18th-century hymn became a crossover hit, reaching #4 on Billboard Hot 100.

Why it's meaningful: Exuberant celebration of Jesus washing sins away brings uplifting, celebratory tone to homegoing services.

Best moment: Perfect for celebration of life and joyful homegoing services.

Bob Marley

An uplifting reggae classic with the reassuring message that every little thing is gonna be alright.

Why it's meaningful: Offers simple but powerful comfort and encouragement during dark times.

Best moment: Perfect for celebrations of life with a more upbeat, positive tone.