Bizarre news: The most popular songs at funerals
What is the most popular songs played at funerals? If someone asked you this question in a quiz show, would you know the answer?
Bizarre question, right?
Yet it’s important for people to think about.
If someone asked you this question in a quiz show, would you know the answer?
According to BBC News, this is one of the most popular funeral songs. The song ‘(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life’ from Dirty Dancing is chosen for many after-tears parties overseas.
Here’s more on this story, including the FIRST most popular choice.
BIZARRE: WHAT’S THE THIRD MOST POPULAR SONG AT FUNERALS?
According to the BBC News, the song ‘(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life’ is the third most popular funeral song.
It was first used in the movie Dirty Dancing, performed by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes.
The movie must have been very popular in the United Kingdom!
It first came out in 1987, and most people know the beat.
Famously, the Black Eyed Peas also covered the song for the club scene. This revived its popularity, and brought it back into the spotlight.
Bizarre!
BIZARRE: WHAT’S THE FIRST MOST POPULAR?
Some investigation says that Amazing Grace, a traditional hymn, might be the single most popular song at funerals. Amazing Grace is also one of the most translated songs in history, and can be found in almost every language.
Other popular tracks include ‘You Raise Me Up’ by Josh Groban.
What song would you choose one day?
What songs have your friends or relatives chosen for themselves?
Music is an important part of life, and an important thing for closure.
WHAT SONG(S) WOULD YOU CHOOSE?
It’s never too late to plan.
Everyone deserves to plan for their family after they pass, and this includes preparations for your funeral.
You can say, legally, what you want (and don’t) at your funeral one day.
If there’s any song you don’t want played, discuss it with your funeral planner or legal representative.
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