41 Best Funeral Songs For A Brother

The pain and grief of losing a brother are one of the most devastating experiences you can face. Losing the unbreakable sibling bond and priceless memories can be overwhelming and confusing.

However, music can help you put your feelings into words. We've compiled the best funeral songs for a brother to comfort you and help you relive the memories.

“Shadow of the Day” by Linkin Park

Song Year: 2007

“Shadows Of The Day,” a mellower song than typical Linkin Park works, shows how sad it is to bid goodbye to a loved one who's dying. It's regarded as a heartfelt tribute appropriate for memorial and funeral services and is a befitting send-off tune for a brother.

“Save a Place for Me” by Matthew West

Song Year: 2008

Do you worry if the space in Heaven is enough for everybody? Listening to this gospel-inspired tune will ease your concerns. Believing that your departed brother will save a place for you in paradise is consoling. The song is an excellent fit if you believe in reconnecting with your loved ones in the afterlife.

“I Grieve” by Peter Gabriel

Song Year: 1998

This song addresses the pain you go through in grieving the loss of a loved one. It is about the significant imprint a loss of life leaves in you, more than despair or grief. “I Grieve” will encourage you that the love you share with your brother extends beyond death.

“Farewell Transmission” by Ohia

Song Year: 2003

Jason Molina penned this timeless indie rock about the loss of someone who gave up trying to make sense of life. It's a great way to live through the crushing pain of losing a brother to suicide. The song features a bluesy vibe to see you through the heart-wrenching grief.

“Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd

Song Year: 1975

This popular rock ballad is one of the most accessible pieces by Pink Floyd. “Wish You Were Here” is a simple yet moving song about grief and remembering our loved ones. You can't fill the void left by a departed brother; all you can do is wish he was here.

“The Garden” by Jimmy Scott

Song Year: 2019

Often you look for solace in music from your favorite artists, but there are uncovered gems that match your situation – “The Garden” is one of them.

While Jimmy may not be very famous, he has some of the most relatable tunes for grief. This track is a lovely and comforting tribute to a deceased loved one.

“Five More Minutes” by Scotty McCreery

Song Year: 2018

If your brother was an ardent country fan, “Five More Minutes” is the perfect funeral song to commemorate him.

Scotty McCreery presents a well-rounded, family-inspired country song that addresses the journey of losing someone special. This heartfelt tune will remind you of all the memories with your brother and the wish to spend more time with him.

“Stop Crying Your Heart Out” by Oasis

Song Year: 2002

“Stop Crying Your Heart Out” is another of Oasis' therapeutic songs, in which the narrator reminds you to hold on and can't alter the past. 

Although this song was initially composed to illustrate the bond between a parent and a kid, it's equally applicable in the setting of death as a song of comfort, love, and reminiscence.

“Break Stuff” by Limp Bizkit

Song Year: 1999

There are times when the anger and heartache of losing a brother can overwhelm you. So, instead of venting your rage to someone else, you may often cut yourself off, shunning away from the world. This metal rock is an excellent tune for turning up the volume and letting go of the pain.

“Drowning” by Chris Young

Song Year: 2019

Built around a melancholy piano and solemn rhythm – with pain and cherished memories melting together inside Chris's hush singing – “Drowning” is an emotional song about the sudden loss of an important friend. The song addresses the pain of losing someone special in your life, like a brother.

“If Heaven” by Andy Griggs

Song Year: 2004

“If Heaven” is a heartfelt tune penned by Gretchen Peters, which reminds him of his childhood memories in a small neighborhood next to the thriving Manhattan.

In his rendition, Griggs gave the song a breath of country music, featuring lovely, soothing memories. While it isn't about a loss, the song remains one of the best ballads to play at a funeral.