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Category: Expressive Music

The language of love & loss

Music speaks when words fail us. In grief’s solitude, songs become companions that understand our pain and guide us through loss. This column explores how music addresses everything from terminal illness to unexpected death, from grieving to celebrating a life well-lived—some even finding humor in mortality. Discover lyrics that honor your loved one, genres that capture their spirit, and artists whose words might inspire your eulogy. Let music transform your private sorrow into a shared journey as you move through grief.

“Over the Rainbow”

Reaching “Over the Rainbow” to process grief and find hope in your journey

Music Review: “Fourth of July” by Sufjan Stevens

A fictional conversation between the songwriter and his dying mother

“The Ones We Couldn’t Be” Music Review: Writing the Ballad Helped Bonnie Raitt Work Through Her Grief

In a heartstring-tugging ballad, Bonnie Raitt touches upon loss, regret and forgiveness.

Category: Expressive Music

“Over the Rainbow”

Reaching “Over the Rainbow” to process grief and find hope in your journey

Music Review: “Fourth of July” by Sufjan Stevens

A fictional conversation between the songwriter and his dying mother

“The Ones We Couldn’t Be” Music Review: Writing the Ballad Helped Bonnie Raitt Work Through Her Grief

In a heartstring-tugging ballad, Bonnie Raitt touches upon loss, regret and forgiveness.

“With a Little Help From My Friends”

This vulnerable and touching song shows gratitude for community.

“The Nights”

Singer provides a lively ode to making the most of one’s time on Earth

“Someone Died, And The Waltz Goes On” by Sir Anthony Hopkins

A beautiful composition he wrote 50 years ago

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Category: Expressive Music

“Over the Rainbow” Reaching “Over the Rainbow” to process grief and find hope in your journey

Music Review: “Fourth of July” by Sufjan Stevens A fictional conversation between the songwriter and his dying mother

“The Ones We Couldn’t Be” Music Review: Writing the Ballad Helped Bonnie Raitt Work Through Her Grief In a heartstring-tugging ballad, Bonnie Raitt touches upon loss, regret and forgiveness.

“With a Little Help From My Friends” This vulnerable and touching song shows gratitude for community.

“The Nights” Singer provides a lively ode to making the most of one’s time on Earth

“Someone Died, And The Waltz Goes On” by Sir Anthony Hopkins A beautiful composition he wrote 50 years ago

“Over the Rainbow”

Reaching “Over the Rainbow” to process grief and find hope in your journey

Music Review: “Fourth of July” by Sufjan Stevens

A fictional conversation between the songwriter and his dying mother

“The Ones We Couldn’t Be” Music Review: Writing the Ballad Helped Bonnie Raitt Work Through Her Grief

In a heartstring-tugging ballad, Bonnie Raitt touches upon loss, regret and forgiveness.

“With a Little Help From My Friends”

This vulnerable and touching song shows gratitude for community.

“The Nights”

Singer provides a lively ode to making the most of one’s time on Earth

“Someone Died, And The Waltz Goes On” by Sir Anthony Hopkins

A beautiful composition he wrote 50 years ago