Diddy, Diddy, Puff Daddy and Puffy) joined forces with Faith Evans in a tribute to fellow musician Biggie (also known as The Notorious B.I.G., Biggie Smalls and Christopher Wallace).
In 1997, Sean Combs (also known as Diddy, P. Have a party at my funeral, let every rapper rock itįor one who lived life in the fast lane, wishing to go out with a bang, Tupac's "Life Goes On" may be the perfect funeral tribute.Ĩ. As a self-professed "Thug 'til I die!" 2Pac discusses his own wishes for his gangsta burial: "Life Goes On" laments the lives lost in the streets. Though his life ended too soon, the young rapper made waves in the R&B space, often releasing music that explored loss of life. Tupac Shakur's life was tragically cut short when he was murdered on September 7, 1996. If the promise of an afterlife was important to your loved one and their survivors, this could be a meaningful way to remember their life and pay respects. Like so many friends we've lost along the way. If you believe in an afterlife, there is comfort to be found in the knowledge that one day you'll be reunited with your loved ones in heaven:Īnd I know you're shining down on me from heaven. When someone dies, many grieving people experience pining for their loved one. "One Sweet Day" is a well known song about loss. "One Sweet Day" - Mariah Carey, Boyz II Men I promise my love for you will never end.Ī meaningful addition to any funeral service, memorial slideshow or reception, this song can pay tribute to a friend who no longer walks the earth-but who will be forever remembered.Ħ.
Vowing to always remember and love his friend, Smokey Robinson's song is encapsulated in the poignant title, "I'm Really Gonna Miss You." This simple R&B ballad discusses the unique pain of losing a friend. There is no sorrow like losing a trusted confidant. "Really Gonna Miss You" - Smokey Robinson Oh, what I wouldn't give to see your smile.ĥ. Men At Large perfectly understand the wistful longing of wanting to see a loved one again.Ĭause I can't help sometimes calling out your name.īut, then I realize that you won't come around, no, But death is permanent, and realizing your loved one is not just out of sight is a universal grief experience. When someone has passed away, it can feel like they are on vacation, unreachable but still there. This song can be a reminder to mourners that it is possible to move forward in life after a death has occurred. Now that you're gone, I just gotta move on,Īcceptance of grief is a long process. 'Cause you left me here to face all my fears. The singer still loves the person who has passed, but is able to move on from the loss. Kandi's "Easier" is a song that is sung by a mourner who has the benefit of time and distance from grief. This is another soulful song that hits home when death is near. Usher did a rendition of "It's So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday" as a tribute to the late singer, Aaliyah. Several artists have covered this track, including Jason Mraz, Damien and Jamelody. Especially in the immediate aftermath of a death, the idea of ever moving on seems impossible. Realizing that the death of a loved one also means the loss of part of yourself is one of the most profound and exacting grief experiences a person can have. It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday. I thought we'd get to see forever, but forever has blown away. The good times that made us laugh, outweighed the bad. The silky, gospel-inspired tune laments the loss of someone special and the permanence of death. "It's So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday" - Boyz II Menīoyz II Men produced multiple songs about grief, but this 1991 hit captures the difficulty of saying goodbye like no other.
This song is a stunning choice for a decedent who loved this genre, and leaves loved ones to mourn.Ģ. This song does justice to her powerful voice with equally emotionally charged lyrics. Beyonce's tribute to that emptiness earns her a spot at the top of our R&B list.īeyonce is a soul queen and a modern R&B legend. Though living without your loved one gets easier over time, the initial shock leaves most folks reeling. The hole that is left behind when someone passes away is permanent. Today we are naming our top R&B picks for funerals and grieving the loss of a loved one. Themes of grief and death are frequently expressed in this genre by artists like Mariah Carey, Beyonce and Smokey Robinson. (Shutterstock)Ĭontemporary R&B artists explore a huge range of topics through the power of song. Consider choosing one of our top 5 R&B songs for your loved one's final send-off.
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