Funny Sad Songs to Play at a Funeral

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In this post, we will provide you with a list of 15 of our favourite funny funeral songs. These songs range from time-honored standards like Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust" to Sarah Silverman's infamous performance at a nursing home gig.

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Most Inappropriate Funeral Songs

Here's our top picks for hilarious (and highly inappropriate) funeral songs, in alphabetical order:

• Another One Bites the Dust  by Queen
• Always Look On the Bright Side of Life  by Eric Idle
• Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead  from The Wizard of Oz
• Dumb Ways to Die  from Metro Train Melbourne
• Goodbye Earl  by Dixie Chicks
• Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer  by Elmo & Patsy
• Ha Ha You're Dead  by Green Day
• Not Crying  by Flight of the Conchords
• It's the Best Day Ever  by Spongebob Squarepants
• Love Lifted Me  by Jack Black
• One More Minute  by Weird Al Yankovic
• Remains of the Day  by Danny Elfman
• Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die  by Willie Nelson
• She's a Zombie Now  by The Meteors
• You're Gonna Die Soon  by Sarah Silverman

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A List Of The Songs That Should Never Be Played At A Funeral

It is best to refrain from playing any of the songs listed below at a funeral, unless you are specifically instructed to do otherwise in the wishes expressed for the funeral. When you learn how to plan a funeral, you come to understand how critical it is to maintain a respectful demeanour and maintain an atmosphere that is supportive. In general, these songs won't be able to accomplish this objective. It is important to pay respect to the deceased with songs that are fitting for the occasion, even if the person who passed away was not someone you had a close relationship with.

Another One Bites The Dust By Queen

It is best to steer clear of this song unless the person who has passed away is a devoted Queen fan. There are a lot more appropriate songs by Queen to choose from than just the one about passing away.

Highway To Hell By Ac/Dc

Despite the fact that we can all appreciate this rock classic, the majority of people prefer to have positive thoughts about their loved ones after they have passed away. There is nothing that could possibly be worse than taking the road that leads to hell for those who are religious.

Celebration By Kool And The Gang

A funeral is not the appropriate setting for this song, even though it may be a fan favourite for other types of gatherings. It almost seems as though you are celebrating the loved one's passing rather than honouring their life.

Stayin' Alive" By The Bee Gees

Because the person who has passed away is obviously not "stayin' alive" any longer, the lyrics to this song are a little bit too ironic to be played at a funeral.

Happy" By Pharrell Williams

Despite the fact that this song has an undeniably catchy beat, it may come across as offensive due to the fact that it implies that you are "happy" about the passing of a loved one.

Problem" By Ariana Grande

Even though Ariana Grande is one of the most popular artists working today, the song "Problem" from her latest album shouldn't be played at a funeral. A song whose entire theme is based on the idea that life would be easier without you sends the wrong message.

Ding Dong The Witch Is Dead" By Glinda And The Munchkins

Avoid playing this song at the funeral unless the person who passed away was an avid follower of The Wizard of Oz, as it is about celebrating the death of the Wicked Witch of the West.

I Will Survive" By Gloria Gaynor

This song is not suitable for use at a funeral, despite the fact that it is an excellent choice for anyone who has triumphed over one or more of life's difficulties.

Hells Bells" By Ac/Dc

As is the case with "Highway to Hell," this song simply carries far too many negative connotations to be appropriate for the majority of funerals. Staying away from AC/DC completely is probably the best course of action to take.

Don't Worry Be Happy" By Bobby Mcferrin

This reggae classic will undoubtedly put a smile on your face, but it is not the type of song that would be appropriate to play at a funeral. Once more, it seems to be suggesting that it's acceptable to feel joyous about the passing of a loved one.

Come As You Are" By Nirvana

Even though the repeated references to having a gun in this song are actually implying that people don't always have the best intentions, it feels as though this is ominous foreshadowing for the death of Kurt Cobain.

(Don't Fear) The Reaper" By Blue Oyster Cult

If you are unsure, it is best to steer clear of using any song that even remotely alludes to the devil, the grim reaper, or any other macabre symbols of death.

Blurred Lines" By Robin Thicke

This song was met with backlash upon its initial release due to the contentious nature of its lyrics; therefore, it has no business being played at a funeral.

Thriller" By Michael Jackson

Even though "Thriller" is considered a classic, it is inappropriate to play a song at a memorial service that is about people rising from the grave after they have died.

Best Day Of My Life" By American Authors

This folk-pop hit has seen a surge in popularity in recent times thanks to the upbeat message that it conveys. However, it is not a good idea to play this at the funeral of a loved one because that day will not be the best day of your life by any stretch of the imagination.

You Give Love A Bad Name" By Bon Jovi

There are many other wonderful songs by Bon Jovi that could be played at a funeral in addition to this one. It's a little depressing for a memorial service, what with the lyrics "shot through the heart and you're to blame," and other lines like that.

Sexy And I Know It" By Lmfao

It's possible that hearing this song at a funeral would make you want to get up and dance, but doing so would be an extremely disrespectful thing to do.

Anaconda" By Nicki Minaj

It would be in extremely poor taste to play the song "Anaconda" at a funeral, despite the fact that it is one of the most popular club dance songs of this generation.

The Stroke" By Billy Squier

In spite of the fact that the title of the song might lead one to believe otherwise, the content of the song is actually much more... personal. Regardless of how you choose to interpret this song, you should keep it on your personal playlist.

The Final Countdown" By Europe

Again, it is best to avoid listening to songs that contain the words "final" and "ending" because the deceased person has already reached the conclusion of their "countdown."

Ha Ha You're Dead!" By Green Day

In case the name of the song wasn't enough to convince you, the lyrics of this song are literally about clapping and cheering after someone has passed away.

Dominion / Mother Russia" By The Sisters Of Mercy

This song makes allusions to the nuclear disaster that occurred at Chernobyl and hints at anti-American sentiments. It is not an effective way to show support to attend a funeral that features a song that is about a nuclear disaster.

Burn" By Three Days Grace

Even though the purpose of this song is to inspire listeners by discussing the importance of proving their critics wrong, the lyrics are far too harsh to be played at a funeral. This is not an appropriate choice for a funeral because it contains sentiments such as "So on the way down, I'll watch you burn."

Since U Been Gone" By Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson's hit, which is widely regarded as one of the best pop songs about breaking up, does not seem appropriate when played at a funeral.

The Best Day Ever" By Spongebob Squarepants

Although it is true that Spongebob brings joy to the lives of a great many people, this is not a song that should be played at a funeral. This silly song, which is all about partying and having a good time, should probably be saved for another occasion.

A Little Piece Of Heaven" By Avenged Sevenfold

Although the title may give the impression otherwise, this song is actually about a former lover who is tormented in hell while the rest of the world enjoys paradise.

Shake It Off" By Taylor Swift

It's possible that Taylor Swift is a pop icon, but a funeral is not the appropriate setting for this song about letting go of the past.

Dead" By Korn

This brief tune is creepy and memorable, but not in a way that would be appropriate for a funeral service. You can safely skip this one given that the concluding line consists solely of the phrase "Every time I get ahead I feel more dead."

Loyal" By Chris Brown

It is best to steer clear of playing songs at the funeral of a deceased loved one that focus on their faithfulness, regardless of their romantic history.

Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)" By Silento

It's possible that the Whip and the Nae Nae were the most popular dance moves of their time, but playing that song at a memorial service is not exactly the most respectful thing to do.

Bye Bye Bye" By Nsync

There are a lot of songs about saying goodbye that are much better than the classic song by NSync called "Bye Bye Bye."

We Can't Stop" By Miley Cyrus

This song about drinking, smoking, and dancing may be inappropriate to play at a funeral, despite the fact that it is the ultimate party anthem.

Let It Go" By Idina Menzel

Even the most ardent fan of Frozen can see why playing this at a funeral is a terrible idea. A song that is all about moving on and letting go is not the appropriate choice for the sombre audience at a funeral.

Don't Bring Me Down" By Electric Light Orchestra

It is probably best to avoid listening to this song, given that the act of burying a loved one involves literally "bringing them down" into the ground.

Everything Is Awesome!!!" By Tegan And Sara

This song from "The Lego Movie" is a wonderful way to reflect on the positive aspects of one's life. On the other hand, nothing at a funeral is particularly awesome.

Bodies" By Drowning Pool

It is not necessary to explain what this means because the chorus includes the chanting of "let the bodies hit the floor."

Friday" By Rebecca Black

Even if the deceased passed away on a Friday, you should do everything in your power to steer clear of listening to this song. This particular Friday is not one in which you are required to "get down."

Forget You" By Cee Lo Green

Due to the fact that the original version of this song had a title that was not suitable for all audiences, it is inappropriate to play this song after someone has recently passed away.

Welcome To The Jungle" By Guns N' Roses

This song is very much an ode to sex, drugs, and rock 'n roll, and it's about the seedier sides of Los Angeles.

Only The Good Die Young

It's a nice motto to live by, "Only the good die young," but what if you passed away when you were in your senior years? Does this imply that you are not very good? And more importantly, isn't it a little bit cliche to write a song about a repressed Catholic schoolgirl? I mean, unless you were a repressed Catholic school girl who wanted to let the world know that this was her final message to the world, you probably wouldn't want to do that "It was not worth the trouble! Sin while you still have a chance to live!" If that is the case, we will certainly consider your profanity seriously. Of course, if your name happens to be Virginia, you will find this joke to be even funnier than it already is.

Live And Let Die

We are well aware of the fact that you have been a HUGE fan of Wings ever since... well, ever since you found out that Paul McCartney was in it. We are also aware that you were so overjoyed to be attending that very first concert that you nearly passed out on the way there. We understand that it was incredible, but please don't try to carry that memory with you. A note as precarious as "Live and Let Die" would be a poor choice to end on. What exactly are you trying to argue here, exactly? That all of us ought to be relieved that you have finally passed away...? At best, it's a message that's hard to decipher.

Hell

The Squirrel Nut Zippers' song "Hell" enjoyed fifteen minutes of fame and won the affection of those who mistook the song's title for "In the Afterlife." The reason for this is that the first three words are virtually the only ones that anyone bothered to pay attention to. If they kept listening, they would find out that there is a cute chorus that spells out damnation like a happy cheerleader, as well as some really gruesome threats sung in a happy Big Band sort of way. If you don't pay attention to the lyrics, this song has a very cute sound to it. There's a good chance that the majority of your mourners won't even notice it. The truly cynical among us will be the only ones to notice that you've arrived in Hell, where all the fascinating people are. Playing the music video that goes along with it, which is drawn as an utterly bizarre dance macabre set in the 1920s, is a good way to attract attention to the perverse lyrics, if that is what you wish to do.

How To Save A Life

I am completely oblivious to the circumstances that led to the adoption of this track as the theme music for each and every medical drama broadcast on television. It is not about a cocky, inexperienced young surgeon holding a scalpel while standing over a child who is bleeding to death. Actually, if you listen carefully, the song is about how you failed to notice that a friend of yours who has since committed suicide was suicidal. When performed at a funeral, this may be interpreted by some as an admission of wrongdoing. Something along the lines of, "Whoops, I saw your car explode, but I figured you'd get out just fine by yourself!"

Dumb Ways To Die

Was the person who has passed away from your family a Darwin Award winner? Have they rendered themselves incapable of having children as a result of their blundering? If that's the case, maybe they should listen to this song... Because this entire song is essentially a public service announcement urging people to be careful when riding trains, you should be aware that some people might find it insensitive if a member of your family was killed in a train accident. However, this does not mean that it is not cute or extremely catchy; after all, who among us hasn't used our private parts as bait for piranhas?

 We Will All Go Together When We Go

Who among us wouldn't jump at the chance to listen to Tom Lehrer for the very last time? His biting sarcasm is exactly what the doctor ordered... a breath of fresh air. Nevertheless, it's possible that some of his songs aren't the best way to go out on a high note. The phrase "We Will All Go Together When We Go" has the potential to be misunderstood as some kind of threat from beyond the grave to the living, and there are also some political correctness concerns associated with the phrase. For example, the phrase "every hottentot and Eskimo" has the potential to be insulting to any of the indigenous peoples of Canada; you should avoid doing anything that might enrage a Canadian. Nobody can predict what they'll do. And when they are finished ransacking the funeral home, the hottentots will figure out who they are and will also realise that they have just been called a word that is probably offensive.

Seasons In The Sun

One of those creepy songs that seems to follow people around like a severely retarded puppy, Seasons in the Sun is one of those songs. At first, it's endearing, but after a while, all you want is for the mental image of it to disappear completely from your consciousness. It's another example of one of those upbeat songs about killing oneself. It's almost as if you're saying, "Goodbye, people! I love you all so much, but I loved the idea of death so much more! Have a nice life, you miserable life suckers!"

I'm Going To Live Forever

You keep repeating that, my sweetheart, even as we push you deeper into the ground. Oh, the misery of it all!

Another One Bites The Dust

This song is probably inappropriate for most funerals because of its crude lyrics. People don't "die," they "pass away" in our society, which is full of euphemisms that are light and fluffy. It's not uncommon for euphemisms to sound more harsh than the word they're trying to cover up. It's possible that this is one of those cases.

Waiting For The Worms

This one suffers from the same issue as the song that came before it. The idea of you allowing earth worms to use your eye sockets as an obstacle course is not one that we would like to entertain. It is revolting and unsettling, and the agonised scream that is heard at the very end provides NO solace. Why on earth did you choose to include this item on your list?!

Ding Dong The Witch Is Dead

Which crone is it, anyway? Oh, that spooky witch! Ding dong, the witch has been put to rest!!

If this is played at your funeral, you can anticipate having a really horrible epitaph written and having very few mourners attend.

 Don't Fear the Reaper

Did you know that Houdini promised his wife that he would try to communicate with her from the afterlife in the event that he passed away before she did? If he had actually pulled off such a stunt, then perhaps this song would play. The phrase "Don't fear the reaper, he's just doing his job!" immediately comes to mind, along with an image of a large figure wearing a black cloak and wreaking havoc on entire cities while a corpse groans in the background.

Highway To Hell

It's possible that this is appropriate for any man who, at some point in his life, chose not to stop and ask another person for directions. He won't realise he's headed south instead of north until everything starts smelling strangely like brimstone, and by then it will be too late. Oops.

Used To Love Her

"I used to love her, but unfortunately I had no choice but to kill her." Evidently, somebody has taken the proverb "honesty is the best policy" a little bit further than it should have been taken. This one is ideal for crimes motivated by passion as well as murders committed in the name of honour.

People Who Died

This song is perfect for anyone who is so sarcastic that they wouldn't be able to keep their mouth shut even in their afterlife. In addition to the fantastic name of the song, the lyrics take you further and further into scum, as they describe disturbing ways in which adolescents can lose their lives. Besides that, is there anything else that you could possibly want?

The Ballad Of Alfred Packer

This obscure but timeless classic is quite possibly the best song about cannibalism that has ever been written. This is probably the best song for you if you'd rather be eaten than buried, in which case you should listen to it. It is strongly recommended that only beef that has been inspected by the government be consumed in order to avoid potential health risks.

Zombie Love Song

I had hoped that this last song would be a particularly obscure one that I had discovered and that made references to gouging out people's eyes because you love them... but alas, I was unable to locate it and had to settle for conducting a random search on YouTube for a song titled "Zombie Love Song." I believe that it would be a good one to try out.

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