29 Songs to Remember a Loved One: The Ultimate Playlist for Healing & Remembrance

Losing someone you love is an experience that transcends words, leaving behind a void that music can sometimes help fill. This isn't a list of just any songs; it’s a curated selection designed to evoke the spectrum of emotions associated with remembrance – from bittersweet nostalgia to unwavering love, and the quiet acceptance of time's passage. These songs, chosen for their enduring power and emotional resonance, represent a journey through grief and healing, offering comfort and solace to those who cherish the memory of loved ones lost. Whether it's a soaring ballad that captures the profound depth of a relationship or a gently melancholic melody that whispers of cherished moments, each song offers a unique and powerful way to connect with the spirit of those we've lost.

The artists featured represent a diverse range of musical styles, spanning decades and genres, yet united by their ability to express profound emotion. You'll find powerful anthems of enduring love, quiet reflections on life's impermanence, and uplifting melodies that celebrate the enduring power of memory. This collection isn't just a playlist; it's a testament to the human capacity for love, loss, and the enduring power of music to connect us across time and space. Through the exploration of these pieces, we hope to honor the memories of those we hold dear and offer a comforting companion to those navigating the complexities of grief. Prepare to be moved, to reflect, and to find solace in the shared experience of remembrance.

  • See You Again
    1

    See You Again

    Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth

    2015

  • I Will Always Love You
    2

    I Will Always Love You

    Whitney Houston

    1993

    The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album

  • Somewhere Over the Rainbow
    3

    Somewhere Over the Rainbow

    Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

    1993

  • Stand By Me
    4

    Stand By Me

    Ben E. King

    1961

    Don't Play That Song (Mono)

  • Time After Time
    5

    Time After Time

    Cyndi Lauper

    1983

    She's So Unusual

  • Imagine
    6

    Imagine

    John Lennon

    1971

    Imagine

  • Hallelujah
    7

    Hallelujah

    Jeff Buckley

    1994

    Grace

  • My Way
    8

    My Way

    Frank Sinatra

    1969

    My Way (Expanded Edition)

  • The Sound of Silence
    9

    The Sound of Silence

    Simon , Garfunkel

    1964

  • In the Arms of an Angel
    10

    In the Arms of an Angel

    Sarah McLachlan

    1997

  • Tears in Heaven
    11

    Tears in Heaven

    Eric Clapton

    1992

    Rush (Music from the Motion Picture Soundtrack)

  • What A Feeling
    12

    What A Feeling

    Irene Cara

    1983

    Tiffany

  • Unchained Melody
    13

    Unchained Melody

    The Righteous Brothers

    1965

    Just Once In My Life

  • Yesterday
    14

    Yesterday

    The Beatles

    1965

    Help! (Remastered)

  • Angel
    15

    Angel

    Sarah McLachlan

    1997

  • My Girl
    16

    My Girl

    The Temptations

    1964

    The Temptations Sing Smokey

  • Endless Love
    17

    Endless Love

    Lionel Richie,Diana Ross

    1981

  • I Will Remember You
    18

    I Will Remember You

    Sarah McLachlan

    1995

  • The Rose
    19

    The Rose

    Bette Midler

    1979

  • My Heart Will Go On
    20

    My Heart Will Go On

    Celine Dion

    1997

  • Wind Beneath My Wings
    21

    Wind Beneath My Wings

    Bette Midler

    1988

    Beaches (Original Soundtrack Recording)

  • What A Wonderful World
    22

    What A Wonderful World

    Louis Armstrong

    1967

    What A Wonderful World

  • On the Wings of Love
    23

    On the Wings of Love

    Jeffrey Osborne

    1984

  • Over the Rainbow
    24

    Over the Rainbow

    Judy Garland

    1939

  • Unforgettable
    25

    Unforgettable

    Nat King Cole

    1991

    Unforgettable

  • You Light Up My Life
    26

    You Light Up My Life

    Debby Boone

    1978

  • You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
    27

    You Are The Sunshine Of My Life

    Stevie Wonder

    1973

    Talking Book

  • I Left My Heart in San Francisco
    28

    I Left My Heart in San Francisco

    Tony Bennett

    1962

  • Gone Too Soon
    29

    Gone Too Soon

    Daughtry

    2011