Funeral songs can be soothing ... Written by Clapton after the loss of his son, "Tears in Heaven" is deeply emotional and raw, making it a relatable choice for anyone who has experienced loss.

The most requested songs: But there are those songs, which he says are definitely best avoided, for obvious reasons. They ...

"Imagining there is no heaven and no Christianity at a Christian funeral is dark, indeed." "Dark, indeed" sums it up pretty well. It doesn't help that the rest of the song just gets worse.