Top 50 Religious Songs for Christian Funerals or Memorials

Are you looking for the right Christian songs to play at a religious funeral or memorial service? Planning a funeral or memorial after the death of a loved one is never an easy task, nor one that we look forward to, especially during such a difficult season in life.  However, we know that finding precisely the right music can bring God’s blessing and comfort, and provide healing to those who are grieving. Here are our top 50 religious songs about heaven, going home, and God’s love – both traditional and contemporary - perfect for any Christian funeral or memorial: 

1. “When We All Get to Heaven” – traditional hymn
2. “Friends in High Places” – Larnelle Harris
3. “Homesick” – MercyMe
4.  “Long Way Home” – Steven Curtis Chapman
5.  “I Can Only Imagine” – MercyMe
6. “Dancing with the Angels” Monk & Neagle
7. “There Will Be a Day” – Jeremy Camp
8. “In the Garden” – traditional hymn
9.  “I Still Believe” – Jeremy Camp
10. “Welcome Home” – Michael W. Smith
11. “Go Rest High on that Mountain” – Vince Gill
12. “I Will Rise” – Chris Tomlin
13. “Blessings” – Laura Story
14. “Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)” – Chris Tomlin
15.  “Friends” – Michael W. Smith
16. “Angels Among Us” – Alabama
17.  “How Great Thou Art” – traditional hymn
18. “Great is Thy Faithfulness” – traditional hymn
19. “It is Well With My Soul” – traditional hymn
20. “Amazing Grace” – traditional hymn
21.  “Tenderly Calling” – John Denver
22.  “When the Roll is Called Up Yonder” – traditional hymn
23. “Safe in the Arms of Jesus” – Fanny Crosby
24. “No More Night” – David Phelps
25.  “Wish You Were Here” – Mark Harris
26. “You Hold Me Now” – Hillsong
27.  “The Old Rugged Cross” – traditional hymn
28. “Victory in Jesus” – traditional hymn
29. “Cry Out to Jesus” – Third Day
30. “With Hope” – Steven Curtis Chapman
31. “Dancing with the Angels” – Monk and Neagle
32.  “Save a Place For Me” – Matthew West
33. “Smiling Down” - Pillar
34.  “Another Time, Another Place” – Sandi Patty & Wayne Watson
35. “In Better Hands” – Natalie Grant
36.  “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” – Third Day
37. “Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling” – traditional hymn
38. “Praise You in This Storm” – Casting Crowns
39. “Heaven” – Mary Mary
40. “Blessed Assurance” – traditional hymn
41. “Where I Belong” – Matt Redman
42. “His Eye is on the Sparrow” - Selah
43.  “Friend of a Wounded Heart” – Wayne Watson
44.  “What a Day That Will Be” – Gaither Vocal Band
45. “Nearer My God To Thee” – traditional hymn
46. “I Will Carry You” – Selah
47. “Revelation Song” – Philips, Craig & Dean
48. “The Prayer” – Celine Dion & Josh Groban
49.  “When I Get Where I’m Going” – Brad Paisley & Dolly Parton
50. “Visitor from Heaven” – Twila Paris

Know any other fitting songs we missed? Add to our list of religious songs for Christian funerals and memorials by leaving your comments, lyrics or links below. 

Top 40 Songs about Weddings and Getting Married

Searching for songs about weddings and getting married? Looking for the perfect wedding-themed background music? This list doesn’t include just love songs, romantic songs, or music to slow dance to; the following songs actually address going to the chapel, walking down the aisle and taking those marriage vows. So whether you’re looking for background music for a bridal shower, bachelorette party, or wedding-themed slideshow, creating a wedding morning set list, if you’re feeling nostalgic about years past, or dwelling on “what might have been" with the one that got away, here are the top 40 songs about weddings and getting married to choose from:

1. Love is a Beautiful Thing – Phil Vassar
2. Getting Married in the Morning – My Fair Lady
3. With This Ring – Sawyer Brown
4. Once in a Lifetime Love – Keith Urban
5. In the Chapel in the Moonlight – Dean Martin
6. Wedding Song – Tracy Chapman
7. When I Say I Do – Matthew West
8. Speak Now – Taylor Swift
9. To the Aisle – Five Satins
10. The Wedding – Julie Rogers
11. With This Ring – The Platters
12. Kiss the Bride – Elton John
13. Third Finger, Left Hand – Martha and the Vandellas
14. Wedding Bells  – Hank Williams, Sr.
15. I Meant Every Word He Said – Ricky Van Shelton
16. White Trash Wedding – Dixie Chicks
17. Little White Church – Little Big Town
18. I’m Gonna Get Married – Lloyd Price
19. Wearing White – Martina McBride
20. Could’ve Been Me – Billy Ray Cyrus
21. Wedding Song (There is Love) – Captain and Tenille
22. Going to the Chapel of Love – The Dixie Cups
23. When We Get Married – The Dreamlovers
24. Marriage Vow – Hank Snow
25. Get Me to the Church on Time – Alfred Doolittle
26. Let’s Get Married – Jagged Edge
27. Marry Me – Amanda Marshall
28. One Boy, One Girl  - Collin Raye
29. I Knew the Bride (When She Used to Rock & Roll) – Nick Lowe
30. Wedding Bells (Are Breaking Up That Old Gang of Mine) – The Four Aces
31. Indian Wedding – Roy Orbison
32. Lost in This Moment – Big & Rich
33. Just Married – Marty Robbins
34. Hawaiian Wedding Song – Elvis Presley
35. In a Country Churchyard – Chris DeBurgh
36. My Sister Rose – 10,000 Maniacs
37. We’ve Only Just Begun – the Carpenters
38. This is Us – Emmylou Harris
39. When We Get Married – Larry Graham
40. Wedding Bells - Coldplay

Know any other songs about weddings, getting married, ceremonies and chapels that we missed? Leave your best suggestions and add to our top song list by commenting below. 

Top 50 Songs about Babies

Having a new baby is one of the most joyous occasions in life - full of ups and downs, laughs, smiles, hugs, kisses, and tears - and it’s also the inspiration for plenty of sentimental, meaningful songs about babies. If you’re looking for background music for baby slideshows or baby showers, creating a baby-themed playlist, choosing lullabies for your precious little one, or reminiscing after your children have grown, here are the perfect top 50 songs about babies:

1. "Miracle" – Celine Dion

2. "Safe & Sound" – Matthew West

3. "I Saw God Today" – George Strait

4. "December Child" – Cyndi Lauper

5. "I Haven’t Even Heard You Cry" – Aaron Lines

6. "We’ve Been Waiting for You" – Carolyn Arends

7. "A Baby Changes Everything" – Faith Hill

8. "I Will Take Care of You" – Amy Sky

9. "My Little Girl" – Tim McGraw

10. "Capri" – Colbie Caillat

11. "In My Arms" - Plumb

12. "Handprints on the Wall" – Kenny Rogers

13. "The Best Gift" – Barbra Streisand

14. "New Year’s Baby (First Lullaby)" – Cyndi Lauper

15. "A New Day Has Come" - Celine Dion

16. "Blink" - Plumb

17. "The Greatest Gift" – Steve & Annie Chapman

18. "It Won’t Be Like This for Long" – Darius Rucker

19. "Anything Like Me" – Brad Paisley

20. "Jenny Rebecca" – Olivia Newton-John

21. "The Greatest Discovery" – Elton John

22. "Thanks for My Child" - Cheryl Pepsi Riley

23. "Let Them Be Little" – Billy Dean

24. "One Heartbeat at a Time" – Steven Curtis Chapman

25. "Baby Close Your Eyes" – Celine Dion

26. "There Goes My Life" - Kenny Chesney

27. "Come to Me" – Celine Dion

28. "Just the Two of Us" – Will Smith

29. "Who’s My Pretty Baby" – Woody Guthrie

30. "Lately (Dreamin’ ‘Bout Babies)" – Tracy Byrd

31. "Zoe Jane" – Staind

32. "He Didn’t Have to Be" – Brad Paisley

33. "When You Dream" – Barenaked Ladies

34. "Baby Mine" – Bette Midler

35. "Sleep Tight" – Celine Dion

36. "Lullaby" – Dixie Chicks

37. "All American Girl" – Carrie Underwood

38. "Godspeed (Sweet Dreams)" - Dixie Chicks

39. "Zion" – Lauryn Hill

40. "Song of Baptism" – Carey Landry

41. "18 Inches" – Lauren Alaina

42. "Find Your Wings" – Mark Harris

43. "The Things We’ve Handed Down" – Marc Cohn

44. "Because He Lives" – Bill & Gloria Gaither

45. "You’ll Be Blessed" – Elton John

46. "Little Miss Magic" – Jimmy Buffett

47. "Isn’t She Lovely" – Stevie Wonder

48. "Backseat of a Greyhound Bus" - Sara Evans

49. "Lullaby (Goodnight My Angel)" – Billy Joel

50. "With Arms Wide Open" – Creed

Know any other sentimental songs about new babies, little ones, childhood or parenting to add to our list? Leave your baby-themed song suggestions by adding to the comments below. 

Top 30 Songs to Dedicate to Your Daughter

Whether you're looking for ideas for father-daughter dance songs, music for a slideshow, or simply a song to dedicate to your daughter on the radio, there are many excellent choices for expressing the great love between parents and their little girls.

Whether for a wedding, graduation, engagement, birthday or "Sweet Sixteen," the following top 30 songs are the best choices, for a variety of events or situations, to dedicate and express your love to your daughter:

1. "In My Daughter's Eyes" - Martina McBride

2. "Isn't She Lovely?" - Stevie Wonder

3. "My Little Girl" - Tim McGraw

4. "Then They Do" - Trace Adkins

5. "You Are So Beautiful" - Joe Cocker

6. "It Won't Be Like This For Long" - Darius Rucker

7. "This One's For the Girls" - Martina McBride

8. "All American Girl" - Carrie Underwood

9. "Find Your Wings" - Mark Harris

10. "Come To Me" - Celine Dion

11. "Daughters" - John Mayer

12. "I Loved Her First" - Heartland

13. "You're the Inspiration" - Chicago

14. "My Girl" - The Temptations

15. "Have I Told You Lately" - Rod Stewart

16. "You Are the Sunshine Of My Life" - Stevie Wonder

17. "Daddy's Girl" - Peter Cetera

18. "You're Gonna Miss This" - Trace Adkins

19. "Fifteen" - Taylor Swift

20.  "Let Them Be Little" - Billy Dean

21. "Every Mother's Prayer" - Celine Dion

22. "I Hope You Dance" - Lee Ann Womack

23. "There Goes My Life" - Kenny Chesney

24. "Stealing Cinderella" - Chuck Wicks

25. "Wind Beneath My Wings" - Bette Midler

26. "If I Could" - Barbra Streisand

27. "My Wish" - Rascal Flatts

28. "Unforgettable" - Nat King & Natalie Cole

29. "Lullabye (Goodnight My Angel)" - Billy Joel

30. "Butterfly Kisses" - Bob Carlisle

Know any other songs perfect for dedicating to your daughter, young or old? Comment below and add to the list!

Top 30 Songs about Dads

Choosing the perfect song is key to setting the right mood, no matter what the occasion. Whether you’re looking for songs to dedicate to Dad on Father’s Day,  searching for the perfect background music for a slideshow or father/daughter wedding dance, or honoring him with a special celebration, the right song can inspire, encourage, honor and celebrate. Consider these top 30 songs about dads, each a perfect choice to honor the important man in your life:

1. “I Want to Be Just Like You” - Phillips, Craig & Dean

2. “Song For Dad” - Keith Urban

3. “Daddy” - Beyonce Knowles

4. “Seein’ My Father in Me” - Paul Overstreet

5. “Just the Two of Us” - Will Smith

6. “He Didn’t Have to Be” - Brad Paisley

7. “Cat’s in the Cradle” - Harry Chapin

8. “Butterfly Kisses” - Bob Carlisle

9. “You’re Gonna Miss This” - Trace Adkins

10. “My Father’s Eyes” - Eric Clapton

11. “It Won‘t Be Like This for Long“ - Darius Rucker

12. “There Goes My Life” - Kenny Chesney

13. “Father & Son” - Cat Stevens

14. “Daddy’s Hands” - Holly Dunn

15. “Anything Like Me” - Brad Paisley

16. “Dance With My Father” - Luther Vandross

17. “Oh my Papa” - Eddie Fisher

18. “Love Without End, Amen” - George Strait

19. “My Father’s Eyes” - Amy Grant

20. “A Father’s Love” - George Strait

21. “Papa, Can You Hear Me?” - Barbra Streisand

22. “Then They Do” - Trace Adkins

23. “Thank God for Kids” - Oak Ridge Boys

24. “I Wish I Could” - Collin Raye

25. “Lullabye (Goodnight My Angel)” - Billy Joel

26. “Drive” - Alan Jackson

27. “Father and Friend” - Alain Clark

28. “Mr. Mom” - Lonestar

29. “Watching You” - Rodney Atkins

30. “Father and Daughter” - Paul Simon

These sentimental dad-themed songs would also be perfect to play at funerals, landmark birthdays, or any other special occasion. Got any other top songs about dads that we missed? Comment and add them to our list below.

Top 35 Songs for Anniversary Slideshow Music

Looking for that perfect song for a 50^th anniversary party? Making a slideshow for a 25^th anniversary? Let the music set the mood! Whether you’re marking your parent’s golden anniversary or simply celebrating your first year with your spouse, digital slideshows are a wonderful way to commemorate your life and memories together.

But there’s so much music out there; what songs are the best ones to use? Which songs speak of committed love that stands the test of time? Set the right mood by trying any one of these 35 songs, that would be the perfect music for any anniversary slideshow:

1. "Through the Years" - Kenny Rogers

2. "Can’t Help Falling in Love" - Elvis Presley

3. "I Believe in You and Me" - Whitney Houston

4. "You Make Me Feel Brand New" - The Stylistics

5. "You’re Still the One" - Shania Twain

6. "It Had To Be You" - Frank Sinatra

7. "Grow Old Along With Me" - Mary Chapin Carpenter

8. "What Are You Doing the Rest Of Your Life" - Barbra Streisand

9. "How Sweet it Is to Be Loved By You" - James Taylor

10. "Longer" - Dan Fogelberg

11. "Forever and Ever, Amen" - Randy Travis

12. "I’ll Still Be Loving You" - Restless Heart

13. "I Will Be Here" - Steven Curtis Chapman

14. "Let’s Stay Together" - Al Green

15. "Remember When" - Alan Jackson

16. "At Last" - Etta James

17. "Keeper of the Stars" - Tracy Byrd

18. "What a Wonderful World" - Louis Armstrong

19. "Faithfully" - Journey

20. "Unforgettable" - Nat King Cole & Natalie Cole

21. "What a Difference a Day Makes" - Tony Bennett (or Harry Connick, Jr.)

22. "When I Fall in Love" - Nat King Cole

23. "Close to You" - The Carpenters

24. "I’ll Always Be Right There" - Bryan Adams

25. "When a Man Loves a Woman" - Percy Sledge

26. "Save the Last Dance for Me" - The Drifters (or Michael Buble)

27. "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" - Roberta Flack

28. "You Are So Beautiful" - Joe Cocker

29. "Always and Forever" - Luther Vandross

30. "Endless Love" - Lionel Richie

31. "I Only Have Eyes For You" - Flamingos

32. "Love Will Keep Us Alive" - the Eagles

33. "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" - Stevie Wonder

34. "Making Memories of Us" - Keith Urban

35. "Love Me Tender" - Elvis Presley

Looking for the perfect music for an anniversary slideshow? Songs that celebrate committed love and relationships that stand the test of time? Try any one of these top 35 love songs, fantastic for any anniversary, whether it’s your 50^th, 25^th or 1^st, and create a beautiful slideshow with music that perfectly sets the mood.

Top 35 Songs about Moms

Are you searching for that perfect song to tell Mom how you feel about her? The right song can set the scene for any occasion, and express all the heartfelt things Mom deserves and longs to hear. Whether you’re looking for slideshow background music, the perfect song for a tender mother/son wedding dance, a Mother’s Day dedication, or simply a way to tell Mom how much you love and appreciate her, we’ve got you covered. Choose from any of these heartfelt top 35 songs about moms:

1. “A Song for Mama” - Boyz II Men

2. “The Biggest Fan” - Backstreet Boys

3. “The Best Day” - Taylor Swift

4. “Somebody’s Hero” - Jamie O’Neal

5. “Oh Mother” - Christina Aguilera

6. “Hot Mama” - Trace Adkins

7. “A New Day Has Come” - Celine Dion

8. “In My Daughter’s Eyes” - Martina McBride

9. “Mama, I’m Alright” - Miranda Lambert

10. “Thank You, Mom” - Good Charlotte

11. “Miracle” - Celine Dion

12. “Tell Mama” - Etta James

13. “Mama Said” - The Shirelles

14. “Faith of Our Mothers” - A.B. Patten

15. “A Mother’s Prayer” - Celine Dion

16. “Mother and Child Reunion” - Paul Simon

17. “Mama” - Spice Girls

18. “Mama‘s Song” - Carrie Underwood

19. “Sadie” - The Spinners

20. “The Hand that Rocks the Cradle” - Glen Campbell

21. “Don’t Forget to Remember Me” - Carrie Underwood

22. “Mama Knows” - Shenandoah

23. “Mr. Mom” - Lonestar

24. “Look What You’ve Done” - Drake

25. “Mama” - The-Dream

26. “The Baby” - Blake Shelton

27. “Coat of Many Colors” - Dolly Parton

28. “Dear Mama” - Tupac Shakur

29. “Come to Me“ - Celine Dion

30. “Superwoman” - Alicia Keys

31. “Hey Mama” - Kanye West

32. “If I Could” - Celine Dion

33. “Mama, Don’t Forget to Pray For Me” - Diamond Rio

34. “I Love My Momma” - Snoop Dogg

35. “I.O.U.” - Jimmy Dean

Whether your style is country, classic, religious, hip hop, or pop, these top 35 songs about moms have all your musical bases covered. Guaranteed, you’ll find the one perfect song that expresses everything you want to say to the special mother in your life.

Top 60 Secular Songs for Non-Religious Funerals or Memorials

Searching for secular songs to play at a non-religious funeral or memorial? Choosing the right music after the death of a loved one can be a difficult and overwhelming task, and one that no one is ever ready for. If you don’t want to be overloaded with hymns or heaven-themed songs and simply want to express loss, grief, love, nostalgia, goodbyes or a celebration of a loved one’s life, here are your top 60 secular songs for non-religious funerals or memorials:

“You’ll Be In My Heart” – Phil Collins

“Fields of Gold” – Sting

“What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong

“Dance with My Father” – Luther Vandross

“Here Without You” – 3 Doors Down

“Unforgettable” – Nat King Cole

“Probably Wouldn’t Be This Way” – LeAnn Rimes

“In My Life” – The Beatles

“One More Day” – Diamond Rio

“Time in a Bottle” – Jim Croce

“Dust in the Wind” – Kansas

“My Way” – Frank Sinatra

“So Far Away” – Carole King

“I Won’t Let Go” – Rascal Flatts

“How Do I Live Without You” – Trisha Yearwood

“How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” – Michael Bolton

“If I Die Young” – The Band Perry

“Baby Mine” – Bette Midler

“Best I Ever Had” – Gary Allan

“The Dance” – Garth Brooks

“If Tomorrow Never Comes” – Garth Brooks

“Somewhere Over the Rainbow” – Judy Garland

“I Will Always Love You” – Whitney Houston/Dolly Parton

“End of the Line” – Traveling Wilburys

“My Heart Will Go On” – Celine Dion

“We’ll Meet Again” – Vera Lynn

“I’ll Be Seeing You” – Billie Holiday or Jimmy Durante

“Hero” – Mariah Carey

“I Will Remember You” – Sarah McLachlan

“Imagine” – John Lennon

“Goodbye, My Lover” – James Blunt

“My Wish” – Rascal Flatts

“Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” – Green Day

“Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)” – Billy Joel

 “Because You Loved Me” – Celine Dion

“Candle in the Wind” – Elton John

“Circle of Life” – Elton John

“Beyond the Sea” – Bobby Darin

“Have I Told You Lately” – Rod Stewart

“I’ll Be Missing You” – P. Diddy

“Like Like You Were Dying” – Tim McGraw

“See You Again” – Carrie Underwood

“Close to You” – the Carpenters

“Softly as I Leave You” – Elvis Presley

“You Are the Sunshine of My Life” – Stevie Wonder

“You’re the Inspiration” – Chicago

“How Do I Say Goodbye to Yesterday” – Boyz II Men

“Bridge Over Troubled Water” – Simon & Garfunkel

“Yesterday” – The Beatles

 “Beautiful Day” – U2

“There You’ll Be” – Faith Hill

“What Hurts the Most” – Rascal Flatts

“Who You’d Be Today” – Kenny Chesney

“Wind Beneath My Wings” – Bette Midler

“Life Without You” – Stevie Ray Vaughn

 “The Good Stuff” – Kenny Chesney

“Love of My Life” – Carly Simon

“If I Had Only Known” – Reba McEntire

“A Lot of Things Different” – Kenny Chesney

“Song for Dad” – Keith Urban

Know of any other non-religious songs perfect for secular funerals and memorial services? Leave your suggestions in the comments.

Top 40 Songs for (and About) Grandparents

If you‘re searching for songs for grandparents (or songs about grandparents), you‘ve come to the right place! Whether you’re looking for grandparent-themed background music for a slideshow, the perfect song for a special wedding dance, a Grandparents Day school celebration, appropriate music for a memorial or funeral service, a radio dedication song, or simply a way to tell Grandma or Grandpa how much you love and appreciate them, you’re covered. Choose from these top 40 songs all about grandparents:

1. “Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Ol‘ Days)” - The Judds

2. “He Walked on Water” - Randy Travis

3. “Grandma’s Song” - Alan Jackson

4. “Grandpa Told Me So” - Kenny Chesney

5. “Grandma’s Song” - Gail Davies

6. “Time in a Bottle” - Jim Croce

7. “Grandma’s Hands” - Bill Withers

8. “Through the Years” - Kenny Rogers

9. “Oh, How the Years Go By“ - Vanessa Williams

10. “Grow Old Along With Me” - Mary Chapin Carpenter

11. “Wrinkles” - Diamond Rio

12. “Water From Another Time” - John McCutcheon

13. “Song of the Violin” - James Otto

14. “A Song for Grandma and Grandpa (the National Grandparents Day Song)” - Johnny Prill

15. “Love, Me” - Collin Raye

16. “Grandpa” - Justin Moore

17. “In Color” - Jamey Johnson

18. “I Miss You” - DMX

19. “Have I Told You Lately” - Rod Stewart

20. “I Just Called to Say I Love You” - Stevie Wonder

21. “Captain and the Kid” - Jimmy Buffett

22. “Kisses Sweeter Than Wine” - Jimmie Rodgers

23. “Granddad” - Clive Dunn

24.  “Grandpa’s Song” - George Canyon

25. “Save a Place for Me” - Matthew West

26. “Son of a Son of a Sailor” - Jimmy Buffett

27. “Grandpa Was a Carpenter” - John Prine

28. “Times of Your Life” - Paul Anka

29. “Grandma’s Rocking Chair” - Joel Hemphill

30. “Grandmother’s Song” - Steve Martin

31. “Young at Heart” - Frank Sinatra

32. “Forever Young” - Rod Stewart

33. “Grandpa, Get Your Guitar” - Seldom Scene

34. “When You are Old” - Martina McBride

35.“What are You Doing the Rest of Your Life” - Barbra Streisand

36. “Nana’s Reprise (Tell You Something)” - Alicia Keys

37. “You Raise Me Up” - Josh Groban

38. “Grandparents Song” - Shana Banana

39. “One Sweet Day” - Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men

40. “Grandma’s Theme” - John Mellencamp

Know of any other songs for (and about) grandparents to add to the list? Leave your song suggestions in the comments.

15 Best Dedication Songs from Parents to Children

Are you a parent searching for a song to dedicate to your child? Creating a video or slideshow as a special keepsake? Looking for that perfect song for a mother-son or father-daughter wedding dance? The following are the fifteen best song dedications that speak of the love between parents and their children:

1.) “If I Could” - Barbra Streisand (“Higher Ground“, 1997).  See "If I Could" on YouTube

2.) “Isn’t She Lovely?” - Stevie Wonder (“Songs in the Key of Life”, 1976). See “Isn’t She Lovely?” on YouTube

3.) “Lullabye (Goodnight My Angel)” - Billy Joel (“River of Dreams”, 1993). See “Lullabye” on YouTube

4.) “Forever Young” - Rod Stewart (“Out of Order“, 1988). See “Forever Young” on YouTube

5.) “Come to Me” - Celine Dion (“Miracle”, 2004) - See “Come to Me” on YouTube

6.) “Find Your Wings” - Mark Harris (“The Line Between the Two”, 2005) - See “Find Your Wings” on YouTube

7.) “My Little Girl” - Tim McGraw (“Tim McGraw Reflected: Greatest Hits Vol. 2“, 2006) - See “My Little Girl” on YouTube

8.) “Love of My Life” - Carly Simon (“This is My Life”, 1992) - See “Love of My Life” on YouTube

9.) “Blessed” - Elton John (“Made in England“, 1995) - See “Blessed” on YouTube

10.) “Child of Mine” - Carole King (“Writer“, 1970) - See “Child of Mine” on YouTube

11.) “My Wish” - Rascal Flatts (“Me and My Gang“, 2006) - See “My Wish” on YouTube

12.) “In My Daughter’s Eyes” - Martina McBride (“Martina”, 2003) - See “In My Daughter’s Eyes” on YouTube

13.) “Butterfly Kisses” - Bob Carlisle (“Butterfly Kisses (Shades of Grace)”, 1997) - See “Butterfly Kisses” on YouTube

14.) “Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy)” - John Lennon (“Double Fantasy“, 1980) - See “Beautiful Boy” on YouTube

15.) “I Hope You Dance” - LeeAnn Womack (“I Hope You Dance”, 2000) - See “I Hope You Dance” on YouTube

If you’re a mother or father searching for that perfect song to dedicate to your precious child, searching for ideas for slideshow background music, or looking for that perfect song to play during a parent and child dance, then look no further. Any of these would be the best song dedications to illustrate the love between a parent and child.

Top 30 Songs for Family Slideshow Background Music

Background music is key in establishing the mood of a slideshow. When putting together a digital slideshow for a family reunion, a parent's anniversary, or for celebrating any other family event, it can be a daunting task to find suitable songs to play in the background of a slideshow. You want to choose songs that celebrate the established love and support of a family, paying regard to all its different relationships. Yet, with all the music and the thousands of songs that exist, it’s hard to know where to start looking for that ‘perfect background song.’ Here are 30 top songs that would be suitable choices to enhance any family slideshow:

1.)   “Oh, How the Years Go By” - Vanessa Williams

2.)   “My Wish” - Rascal Flatts

3.)   “Song for Dad” - Keith Urban

4.)   “A Song for Momma” - Boyz II Men

5.)   “Remember When” - Alan Jackson

6.)   “Grow Old Along With Me” - Mary Chapin Carpenter

7.)   “Find Your Wings” - Mark Harris

8.)   “One More Day” - Diamond Rio

9.)   “Love Will Keep Us Alive” - the Eagles

10.) “The Dance” - Garth Brooks

11.) “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You” - Van Morrison

12.) “My Little Girl” - Tim McGraw

13.) “I’ll Still Be Loving You” - Restless Heart

14.) “In My Daughter's Eyes” - Martina McBride

15.) “I Hope You Dance” - LeeAnn Womack

16.) "Butterfly Kisses” - Bob Carlisle

17.) “Dance With My Father” - Luther Vandross

18.) “In the Living Years” - Mike and the Mechanics

19.) "What a Wonderful World” - Louis Armstrong

20.) “I Will Be Here” – Steven Curtis Chapman

21.) “We Are Family” – Sister Sledge

22.) “Lean on Me” – The Temptations

23.) “Turn, Turn, Turn” – The Byrds

24.) “You’re Gonna Miss This” – Trace Adkins

25.) “Blessed” – Martina McBride

26.) “What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?” – Barbra Streisand

27.) “Lullabye” – Billy Joel

28.) “Don’t Forget to Remember Me” – Carrie Underwood

29.) “I’ll Always Be Right There” – Bryan Adams

30.) “My Girl” – The Temptations

Celebrate your family with the right choice of music! Enhancing your digital family slideshow with background songs and music will really make your slideshow pictures come to life. Choosing any of these suitable songs will add just that little ‘extra’ to your project. Happy listening!