"Don't just love others, love yourself. Don't just forgive others, forgive yourself." Wow. Just wow. Thank you Michael.

As my grandma was on her last few minutes of life in the hospital bed, surrounded by all of the family that she has held together for so long, her daughter (my aunt) started singing 'go rest high on that mountain', which was one of my grandmas favorites. Then the other daughters joined in. Eventually the whole room was filled with all of us singing this song for her, through tears and holding one another. She passed right after that. 🥺💔💕 I really wish that I had that moment on video. It was the most precious wholesome thing that has ever happened. I hope I never forget that memory.

Tears in Heaven MY two sons died in 1999 from the same wreck - (18 and 28) I am now 74 - I miss em so much. But the Lord just took my hand and took me through that valley! Feb of 2022 - my best friend passed - we rode our horses, decorated our homes, had so much fun. One year we rode our horses 1000 miles. Oh my! I know one day I'll see my boys and my very best friend. We'll walk by the river that we stood by, with a smile on our face, grace in our hearts, and singing Glory to the Lord Almighty... Glory to the Lord!

I'm 70 now. My daughter hasn't spoken to me in over 9 years. When I pass this is what I would want her to know... "All I ask of you is forever to remember me as loving you..."

I found you tonight as I was looking for my own funeral songs, I’m a stage 4 cancer patient and I know there’s no going back- I want to tell you how much I just adore you, and how you can tell a story so well!!! I loved that you were literally looking into the screen as if we were talking on FaceTime, you are so connected with your audience! Thabk you so much for this, you taught me a lot about picking my songs!!! Thank you so much

My husband of almost 68 years died 3 months ago. We have a CD of "our" songs from the beginning of our lives together.

I can tell how much these songs mean to you. Music has such power. My son was kidnapped when he was 12 years old. I finally got him back home when he was 33 years old. I had him for 5 months, when he suddenly passed away at the age of 34. Life is so unfair. We played his favorite song. Somewhere over the rainbow by izzy. He has been gone a year now. I still think about him every day.

Our son died of sudden heart failure at 24 - he was out riding his bike - we never said good-bye. My wife ( MD ) has a very good way of describing grief that happened. It was like someone dropped an enormous weight on us. At first we were sure it would crush us. Over the past 10 years we have learned to carry that weight - it never goes away and it does not get less heavy but like in the physical world if you work at lifting and carrying weights you get better at. It is very hard work and sometimes you weaken and collapse again but you must go on.

"It Is Well With My Soul" ~ Horatio Spafford. My peace and anchor is found in Jesus, no matter the circumstances. And I'm thankful for the many songs others have written in their times of pain. We are not alone in this life, for the Lord has given us each other.

I just put down my 17 year old dog, Casper, few days ago. I'm still not ready to talk too much about him without crying, so I'll just say he was the best boy and ill miss him. I've been wandering around the house just remembering him. Been thinking of ways to honor his memory and even though I know its cheesey, I want to play something for him on guitar and this video helped me feel better and decide to do it (i was thinking of tears in heaven before this vid). Thank you, sorry for your loss, and I hope everyone has a great day. Hug your loved ones for me please. Love you Casper!

I lost my 37 y/o son unexpectedly a few weeks ago. This heart wrenching loss is really more than I can bear, I have endless days of tears. No one should bury their child. It is the indescribable worst nightmare, a thousand times worse than losing my parents, sibling, aunts or grandparents. I will never be the same, I will always be Kristofer’s mother. Three songs we played, Tears in Heaven, sang by my husband while playing his guitar. My son was an avid Phish fan, attended more than 100 concerts. Our other children picked these two songs, they were so appropriate- please take a listen to Phish- I miss you and Phish - Waste (I want to waste my time with you). Kristofer was at the prime if his life after many very difficult struggles that most do not survive, he made it; a career he loved as a senior software programmer, bought a beautiful home on Lake Michigan 4 months before he passed away. He had one outstanding year after 15 years of struggle. Hundreds have told me since he passed away what an incredible person he was, loving, kind, hard working, a brilliant engineer, he helped so many with small things and big, he never talked about his good works. He didn’t seek recognition. I think God saw he struggled so, and gave him a year to enjoy the perfect life and then called his angel home. What were the lessons we were supposed to learn? Did people give him help when he really needed it? Many times they did not. As his mother and friend, I was there with him every step of the way, with nothing left unsaid between us, I love you and hugs every day. I am thankful for that. Maybe the lesson is for others who aren’t talking to their children, or helping when they really need it. Several of his friends talked to me at his funeral, as I silently wondered to myself “Did he really know how deeply I loved him”? Each of his many close friends quietly and privately said, “I want you to know Kristofer talked about you a lot, he loved you and said he knew you loved him so much”. That question that kept circulated my brain, was being answered repeatedly by his different friends. I believe Kristofer was speaking to me through them. I did and always will until the end of my life love my beautiful son.

We played this song at my dad's funeral. He was a lonely man died think he was worthless. I knew better.... God Bless you... Dad... I hope you know better now.

As my father lay dying at home where we took care of him we played Christian music all during the night while we waited for him to pass. When it happened in the morning he took a deep breath and was gone and I came to his bed to check him the song How Beautiful Heaven Must Be was playing by his favorite country singer George Jones. I feel it was his way of letting me know he was alright and not to cry for him because as a Christian I believe I will see him again one day

As I watched my dad pass the words came to me... "We had joy we had fun we had seasons in the sun but the wine and the song like the seasons have all gone. Goodbye papa it's hard to die."

I have chosen "This One's With Me" by Newsong, "Go Rest High on that Mountain" by Vince Gill, "I Will Rise" by Chris Tomlin, and "Who Am I" by Casting Crowns for my funeral. I am 81 years old. I have chosen these songs to glorify Jesus and to comfort and encourage my loved ones and friends when I go to meet Jesus. Thanks for producing this video. Well done.

This year will mark the sixth year my 42 year old son passed away. There are no words that express my sorrow or how much I love that young man. Mikie had made a cd for me with some of the songs we both enjoyed. I play it often and cry. Thank you for your video and the touching songs you shared. So sorry for the loss of your friend Max. God bless you for sharing.

You speak from the heart and there is no deeper place to go for true solace and redemption. Godspeed brother.

I sang to my dad until he died. It was about four in morning and the hospital was quiet and I left the door open so everyone could hear. I had sung in church with him since I was little. That was the last time I ever sang that anyone else could hear. I just hope that he heard me in his last few minutes here with me.

Two weeks ago, my 56 year old sister died unexpectedly at her home. We remaining siblings are all in our 70s, never expecting Anne to be the first to leave. A tremendously generous person and advocate for the homeless in her community, professor of geology, creative artist, avid stamp collector, and so many more attributes, a true loss to all who knew her. Rest free of worries, Anne.

Like most little girls, my hero & first love was my dad. I lost him due to a car accident in 1988 & ever since then, Garth Brooks' The Dance has been SO special. Sometimes we're so lost & heartbroken we are at a loss for words, that's where music steps in & speaks for us.

George Jones's "He Stopped Loving Her Today" love, love. Always will love it!

Thank you, thank you, thank you. My wife died unexpectedly three weeks ago... we were laying in bed cuddling all night. In the morning, I woke up... and she didn't. I've been numb ever since. Hearing your words, and the great depth of your insight, has helped immensely. Thank you Michael for reaching out.

He stopped loving her today is the classic of all time!! I cry every time I hear it. And then Vince Gill’s classic is so beautiful!

I've lost 2 sons to cancer, these songs brought so many tears but also hope that the pain and longing will diminish with time, in the hope that we will meet again😢❤ thank you for sharing these beautiful songs

My husband found Tears in Heaven in early 1992. Up until that time he had been numb from the death of our 8 year old son in an accident the summer before. The song put words to his grief and the tears began to flow and 30 years later the tears still come and it will always be his song.

I hope this quote helps those suffering with grief. It speaks truth to me. “The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not ‘get over’ the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will heal and you will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to be.” - Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

Just stumbled upon this video. As I age, I am losing friends and lovers at a quickened pace. All these songs touch me. As I watch your reaction to these beautiful music, I can SO relate. I am so grateful that music touches me in the same manner. What a gift. Thank you for recording this.

“I Can Only Imagine” is one of the best. That needs to be on this list as well.

My deepest condolences to ALL who are in pain , consumed by grief . The 30th of this month marks the 10th anniversary of my husband passing . I suffered such a PHYSICAL pain …literally as though my heart had been ripped out of my chest . It was horrendous. So , please accept my virtual hugs , prayers and love…x Pauline , N.Ireland 🤗🙏♥️☘️🇬🇧

I once asked my mom what she would want played at her funeral. She said, "Oh What a Beautiful Morning", from the musical, "Oklahoma". My mom was always upbeat and determined, and she was always singing or humming while she went about her daily business. She was also a strong Christian. Everyone loved her. We played her song request at her funeral. She is in Heaven, with God now. So all her days are beautiful mornings.

About a week after my wife passed away from cancer a few years ago, I stumbled across the closing credits of the movie Kalifornia on TV and heard the song Look up to the Sky by The Indians. It said everything I was feeling. When you look up to the sky, there are angels in the clouds. And at night you can see their eyes looking down. I was able to contact Angelique via facebook and thank her for bringing me such comfort. I thank you too, Michael. I know it has been a while since you made this, but I'm sorry for your loss.

As a new subscriber and 32 year Veteran LEO trained by the Military from Canada I want to thank you Michael. This brought back many memories I will never forget. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BROTHER🙏

You are a tender man, Michael. You can see that in your eyes. You have moved many people, and you have moved me today.

Micheal thank you for the five songs ,my wife of 68 years passed away she was called to heaven. On Friday 13th. 2020 ,I’ll be 90 in nov. what a wonderful life, we had four kids 2 boys and 2 girls ,they gave us 9 grandkids grandkids gave us 32 great grand kids they gave us 7 great great. Grand kids what a lot of love from them memories you bet tons of them. using.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍

Thank you for this post. My son of 35 years passed suddenly 4 years ago. I listened to Tears in Heaven many times after Dan passed. The passing of one's child, regardless of their age, is the worst pain I've ever felt. Time does not heal, as many people say. The pain never, ever leaves you. Each day I try to continue to live. I'm sorry for your friends passing. I could see pain in your face. Thank you for sharing.

Wow. My 94 years old mama is actively dying. We just drove hundreds of miles to kiss and hug her and say good bye. Hardest thing ever when the last parent goes. This video along with the quiet prayer found on KZfaq help immensely. Can’t thank you enough.

In grief, the amount of pain we feel is an indication of how much we loved.

While my husband was dying, I sang " Jesus loves me this I know". A song he often sang to his grandchildren when they were babies. He would sigh and relax. There is a line about Jesus preparing a home for us. So comforting. We sang this at his funeral. Music is so powerful.

in the autumn of our lives my husband and i found each other and loved each other intensely, knowing that in our time together. we had even less than we imagined - he died in my arms a week after our fifth anniversary. in that moment a huge part of me died too - my cardiologist agreed with me that it is indeed a 'thing' that a heart can be broken. mine shattered, never to be the same again. on that anniversary we renewed our vows, knowing that we only had days or hours left to be husband and wife - we promised to be together again at the marriage supper of the Lamb and then hours later - he was gone. the light is gone from my life - i grieve every day, nothing changes...even so, Lord quickly come.

Beautiful choices. My favorite is Go Rest High Upon That Mountain. In 1990, during the first years of the AIDs crisis, my little brother, my childhood companion, died on my birthday. Right after his death I heard this song by Vince Gill that he wrote for his brother, and every time I hear it I am crying. It is connected forever with my hardest loss. It has been 34 years since I lost him, but I still miss him so much. The song touches my soul in a very deep place. Thank you for including it in your five.

He and I were together 56 years - from the age of 16 until he had a massive brain bleed. We had an absolutely perfect marriage. Friends called it a Fairy Tale marriage. Your songs tonight have me in tears once again. Knowing he's in Heaven is a comfort, but oh how I need comfort down here. Sarah in Indiana

My daughter died when she was 4 years old. John Denver and Placido Domingo, Perhaps Love. “If I should live forever and all my dreams come true, my memories of love will be of you.” When we were told her lifespan would be “limited”, after weeping buckets, I decided that all I wanted was to make sure she knew she was loved. To me that is why we are here - to love each other.

Here I am Lord How great thou art Blessed assurance

21 years later, i still grieve for my only so. These songs said it all, & they touched this mother's heart & soul. Thank you for sharing with honesty & vulnerability!

Michael, I’m so sorry for your loss. My mother passed in 2014 very suddenly. Her wake was a gathering of family where we all pulled out instruments and held an hours long jam session playing bluegrass, blues and folk. I can only believe she was singing along in heaven.

This compilation is better than any grief counseling I have attended. Thank you for the healing.

Blessed Assurance was the song we chose for my husband’s service. I also had the chorus of Gentle Shepherd sung. It was written by Gloria Gaither. We had that song sung at our wedding 35 years prior. I love the words. Gentle Shepherd come and lead us. For we need you to help us find our way… Thank you for this beautiful reminder of songs that help us grieve and get us through the sad times. Hugs.

I lost my son almost 2 years ago, two days after his 52nd birthday. As I was leaving the hospital I heard the song “Til you can’t “ by Cody Johnson. I made me realize we have to love the people in our lives while we have them with us.

My mother passed about 4 hours ago. This was comforting, and I thank you.

What you were saying, just before Eric and Wills song, Tears in Heaven reminded me of praying for someone grieving, when there isn't anything enough that we can do, but praying that God will give the grieving person the peace that surpasses all understanding, that only God can give. I've experienced that kind of peace from God as we watched our 3 year old be looking be life flighted to a second hospital, and we couldn't go with our child, had to drive into Chicago, our son had internal bleeding from a car rolling down a driveway over him as he was on the sidewalk, and the car had enough momentum that it rolled over him and up into the driveway right across the street, then it rolled back down over him again, and a neighbor came running to help stop the car just as it was about to roll over him a forth time! It was so unbelievable, it was horrible, there was blood and his diaper was in pieces still the next day when a friend went to our house to get us a change of cloths because we weren't leaving the hospital, and our friend saw that and cleaned it up. Our son's heart stopped and they brought him back 3 times in the helicopter, and as soon as we got to the second hospital, one of the trauma surgeons, rushed out to have us sign papers to operate. His spleen, pancreas and liver were bleeding and his liver was almost completely in two. They cut him open from his chest to his belly button, and the surgeons saw a miracle! They were blown away, they told us the liver us like jello and hard to stitch up, he was going to need a liver transplant immediately, which would have probably couldn't get in time to save his life. The miracle was that they watched his liver clot back together, right before their eyes! His pancreas and spleen started healing as well! The head trauma surgeon told us about it, and was just in awe! Our son was put in a controlled coma or sleep, so they could put a tube down his throat and allow him to heal. He had other things wrong with his body, like skin worn to the bone on his elbow and tire marks that couldn't be washed off, they looked like tire marks, but it was all like tire pinch marks. There's more to this, but your video just reminded me of this happening, and praying asking God for the peace of God that surpasses all understanding to guard our hearts and minds, I felt like I needed to get alone and pray at one point, surrendering our son over to God, trusting that whatever happened, I trusted God and I know I couldn't have got through everything if it wasn't for God giving me peace and unconditional love, which God has given me before. Thankfully, our son is well and is in his twenties now! I know this is long! I just felt like sharing this with you! Thank you for reading this if you've read it all to here! ❤

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Tears in Heaven my son of 44 years passed away recieving his second heart transplant on August of 2014, at that time, I was 62 years i sang that song to him at the cemetery. I prayed before not to fall apart singing it and God heard my prayer. My heart was breaking but I know in my heart I will see my son again..God blessed me with my son for 44 years the best years we shared together I yhsnk God everyday for my son. Tears in Heaven is such a beautiful song and I know very well the pain In Eric Claptons heart and my heart breaks for his pain. Thank you for sharing this songs for all of us that have lost a loved one.2024 will be ten years since his passing.

As my Dad was nearing death, I stayed at his bedside as I'd promised him I would. Our family went for food in the hospital because things were "shutting down" due to a terrible storm. While we were alone, I began to sing Amazing Grace...some I knew, some I hummed. A few weeks after Dad passed, my Brother found a Willy Nelson cassette tape with; "for Sweetums" written on it. Amazing indeed! I scanned down the play list to the last song...Amazing Grace

Not long after I heard this, my brother suddenly passed away with no warning. I return to this video for comfort. Thank you.

Oh myyy I am blessed to have ran across your message today. As I have lost my daughter of 45 yr old to the horrible disease of cancer. As a mom I’m struggling, but knowing my daughter is rejoicing w our Lord is of some comfort. It’s me having the memories I hope I never loose, thanks again for sharing. I also was sent the message from granddaughter. Casting Crowns singing, no scars in heaven. That was so powerful to me.

I just stumbled on your channel after listening to a James Taylor song with Allison Kraus. I have never come across a spirit on KZfaq so filled with love that I felt the energy through the screen. Your soul has lifetimes of wisdom of the heart, of knowing, of touching the unknowns. Your eyes tell those stories. I am grateful to have crossed virtual paths with you today…a year or so after you made this video choosing the song for max. My heart thanks you…my spirit has grown today. ❤

My Dad passed last week. He was a southerner and "Go Rest High" hits me even harder than it already did. The final chorus,, When they lift their voices even higher, leaves me in tears every time. Love you Dad, you were the best. Thanks for your thoughts in this time of your loss, I'm so sorry you're going through it.

"Scars in heaven" by casting crowns will bring most people to their knees. It was played at my sisters funeral and I cried so hard. Its a beautiful song

Go rest High is my Go to... when ever I hear of anyone passing I either send this to their loved in a text, email or FB. When my husband passed i listened to this song OVER AND OVER AND OVER and had it played at his service I can't carry a tune in a bucket, but music is how I truly express myself through... You always know what I am feeling by the music I am listening to. I spent as many hours picking out my husbands music for his funeral as I did for our wedding only a brief two years before

Love you, Michael. Just discovered you today and you grabbed my heart. What a jewel you are for sharing your innermost feelings and connections, keep at it and remain blessed.❤️🙏

James Taylor is in my top 3 fav artists. Dozens of his songs are classics. I lost 4 friends in the Towers on 9/11. The line "sweet dreams and flying machines in pieces on the ground' became prophetic. I wish you peace

Im listening to this in bed at past midnight with my earbuds in and my lovely wife asleep beside me. It's coming up to 57 years since we met; I was 18, now 75 and she was 20 now almost 77. We speak often about the hymns amd songs we shall have when we're carried out and we speak too about which one of us will go first. This is inspirational and I know all of these songs so well but "Tears In Heaven" by Eric turned on the taps alright. Thank you so much. Peter from Liverpool

Thank you, Michael. It was so thoughtful of you making out to make this video. It was healing for me for I have lost some people I still mourn today. Yet it hurts me they don’t even know I hurt over them.

My son died unexpectedly, and in a moment, just a few months ago.. Thank you for these thoughts, and this music. I'm writing a book of his life. This - your words, and the music - help me know, and understand a bit more, how universal this awful. loss is. Thank you, thank you

I’ve watched this video several time. The Pain in your eyes is so obvious. It’s hard. Don’t let people tell you it will get easier. It doesn’t. We just learn how to cope. Sorry for your loss.

I played Josh Groban's deeply moving 'To Where You Are' at my Mom's funeral. A song about those we hold close and stay connected with, though they are in another realm. "A breath away is not far to where you are.".

Hello Michael--I had never heard of you and ran into this when I was listening to another song about loss--Scars in Heaven by Casting Crowns. I have just lost my husband's nephew 2 days ago, who I was very close to. Since I am not close with the rest of the family, I am grieving alone, so your group of songs was even more meaningful. Thank you for expressing your incredible pain at your loss with all of us through music. It goes deep into my soul. Thank you, Michael.

Something about losing people close to you brings sadness but can leave gifts of beauty and strength that can make you a better person, a person of more depth and caring.

My three-year-old son, Jeffrey, died several years before Eric Clapton's son, but I think of my children every single day! I had heard that Eric's son had died, and my heart ached for him because I knew the long road of healing he faced. I was in my family room alone one day when his song Tears in Heaven came on. I can still picture it - my knees buckled, my head fell to the floor, and I sobbed. Eric's words were my words, too. I downloaded that song and have listened to it countless (COUNTLESS) times. But I now know that our children do know our names, regardless of where we are, and the tears in heaven are always tears of happiness. Great post, Michael. Perfect timing. I am worth it. You're worth it. We're all worth it. Now, if I can just forgive myself. Thank you!

"Go Rest High on That Mountain" was played at my 22 y/o Grandson's funeral. Four years later and I still cry when I hear it. Rest easy, Joe.

My mother passed last week and I was searching for 3 songs for the service and came across your video. Thank you for sharing the songs and your thoughts!

As a Country music Recording Artist I want to thank you for bringing all these great songs to your channel so those that haven’t heard them before get to hear them. I play many funerals all the time and , Go Rest high, Is probably the most requested. You brought tears to my eyes.

Lost my Daughter on March 2022. Also a very tragic accident, she was only 25 years old. My Heart is Broken. I don’t know how to live without her, but my life must continue and I have two younger daughters to raise. They need so much more love now! ❤️❤️❤️

I lost my son 16 years ago. The pain never goes away. Ever. We played Tears In Heaven at his funeral .. and every time I hear this song, it will forever bring me back to that day 💜 Having to bury your child goes against everything that makes sense in your world.

The way you deliver the writing of these songs is a beauty in its self. Touched my heart.

what an emotional video. i’m crying all the way through it and the presenter is so emotional that it’s hard not to cry but the music brings it all to life and those feelings when someone dies.

I lost my lifelong friend of 62 years, college roommate, and sister of my heart 4 weeks ago. She was waiting for a new liver. She was the most upbeat, positive person I’ve ever known. But then her kidneys failed. I drove to be with her and her husband while she was in ICU. I don’t know why I expected to see my friend sitting up in the bed, I guess I just thought she would get a liver and everything would be fine. Denial is a strong emotion. But as soon as I got there and saw her, I knew it would take a miracle. The third day I was there, she started saying she wanted to go be with Jesus. She couldn’t take anymore and wanted dialysis stopped. She said it to everybody who came in the room. Her husband left because it upset him terribly. The next morning I got there and she was peacefully comatose. They had unhooked everything but oxygen and dilaudid. I had time alone with her and I played songs from her wedding and I told her it was okay for her to go. Her son (a family physician in another town) texted me and asked if I thought she really wanted to go or was it the drugs. I told him that I knew in my heart she was ready to go and he needed to come ASAP. Her daughter was also in another town nearby. Her family got there that afternoon and there were tears and laughter and I shared a few stories with her kids (I have so many from over the years, but some of them weren’t suitable to tell 😂😂). I went back to the hotel, but the kids stuck around for a while. I hadn’t slept well at all that whole week so I decided to take a Valium and drink a little wine, which I rarely ever do. Around 2-ish that morning, I woke up. I walked around the room and went out on the balcony, stood there for a while, got the strangest feeling as though I were having an anxiety attack or something. Wandered around the room some more and finally decided to try to go back to sleep. About an hour later, her daughter called me to tell me the hospital had called to say she had passed, and it was the same time I woke up and had that odd feeling. I feel certain she woke me up when she left. There’s no other explanation. One Valium knocks me out cold and I will sleep hard. I miss knowing she’s in this world and that I can call her and we can talk for hours and laugh the whole time. But I know she’s where she wanted to be and she’s healed. I must have told her I loved her a hundred times that week. I always will.

Thank you for this. Music has been constant throughout my life. My father is a semi famous guitarist and songwriter. My brother died when he was 16. I’ve known for a year now I’m dying from a brain tumor. I want to leave my 5 songs for family at my memorial. I also want some special people (mom, dad, husband, and kids) to each pick a song of their choice for the service. Music has the power to heal or at least comfort the breaking heart. It’s such a gift and so rare.

Thank you for your kindness and sensitivity. I have a list and your reminder is a blessing. I put it together when my sweet husband was dying,and we worked on his list together.. Music is such a beautiful gift for healing. I listen everyday and cherish the memories. Again, thank you.....

Beautiful choice and what a profound eulogy to a man whom you loved and so obviously was lived by many others. As a hospice nurse I've heard many songs played but this one truly resonates in my soulm I could only hope that someone in my villages sees the profound message you saw in this music. God bless and someday , somewhere we will all sing again.

Fire and Rain was the song I dedicated to my Grandmother. Even though I knew she was old and at the end of her life, when she died I realized I could never comprehend her not being there.

We played Vince Gills song at my little brothers funeral. He was killed in a terrible truck accident. He lived a hard life, but managed to be a silly, funny guy. I miss him so much. 💔❤️‍🩹🤍

The songs you picked are so powerful I lost my 20 yr old boy I raised he died this month 2 yrs ago. Tears in Heaven really touches me , that’s definitely how I feel. Thank you for this recording

Thank you so much, more than you'll ever know. You have actually articulated the thoughts & feelings I have tried to convey to friends & family in their grief, but been unable to put into words. That, along with the expressions & emotions in your eyes & on your face, that you display in your video, are absolutely priceless & eternal! One song I would add, that I have always considered the most important one ever written, is simply "Nobody Knows The Trouble I See, Nobody Knows But Jesus". Kudos to you, my friend!🎉

Lost my dear son's wife Laura in September after a 6 year battle with cancer. She will live forever in our hearts and I long to "see her in Heaven." Thank you for allowing me to grieve through your music choices.

My 31 year old son passed away August 2, 2022 from an accidental fentanyl overdose, I played the acoustic version of the song Ghost, by Jonah Baker at the beginning of his celebration of life. When you lose a child; there’s no greater pain… I play this song daily. God Bless.

You're the sweetest man I've ever seen.The emotion and sensitivity I see in your eyes is so precious.I didn't know a man could be like that.

Your “chills” moments were just right. As a therapist, I respect your courage for making a video so influential with such grace, finesse and strength.

My daughter died over 20 years ago. She was only 17. I played Tears In Heaven and The Rose at her funeral. I still miss her so much and sometimes the pain is so hard to bear, but, I still go on because that is what she would want me to do. Thank you for this video. ❤️

I truly don't know how you got through this list without breaking down. I cried through the whole thing . I too have lost a loved one recently and am having a hard time. Thank you for giving me a chance to remember how lucky we truly are. Thank you and peace be with you.

Thank you Michael. I can see the depth of you. I can see this in your authentic reaction to these beautiful songs.... In your beautiful eyes and face. Thank you so much for being you and sharing these songs with all of us. Love and Blessings to you and yours ❤ Susan

Oh my James Taylor takes me back to my childhood singing with my Dad. I lost him to Cancer ...he was a Vietnam Veteran was wounded and was told he had been poisoned , it landed him 1 month in the hospital and in a coma. He died 14yrs later with multiple types of Cancers. I for many years now listen to his favorite songs just so I don't forget the wonderful and beautiful bond we had, He was a great Dad. I still miss him but I know I'll see him one day again. God bless you and yours.

I have a terminal disease and the songs have been the hardest to pick thus far. This helped, and it wasn't even the songs...it was your breakdown of death. Thank you.

I am so sorry for your loss. Max must have been a very special person. Thank you for such a moving video and the choice of songs. I lost my father nearly 30 years ago to heart failure. And while the pain has lessened somewhat, I still have the profound sense of loss of someone taken too early. All of these "life" events we didn't get to share. This video made me feel better so I thank you for that! Anyway, I would also like to add a song to this list. It's I miss you a little - John Michael Montgomery. A beautiful song that takes me right back to the porch of our house....

Absolutely beautiful testament to your friend and so sorry for your loss. I lost on of my best friends recently. So grateful that I found your account. Thank you for sharing🙏🏻

Started my Sunday with a good cry with these songs. Cried over those who passed, those who chose to turn their backs and walk away and over those who are fighting for their lives.

I have been grieving so deeply since my mother’s traumatic passing in April that I had to shut out the world in order to cope. Music has been the essence of my existence since I can remember, but I have not been able to listen to it or play it since last December. I was left so empty, as if the music itself had stopped. Today I decided to click on a music clip, the next one to play was yours. Watching you and everything you were feeling, watching you embracing your own grief was nothing short of beautiful, and in it I felt a slight release. Thank you for that, and for such a beautifully articulated message of universal love for everyone. I am truly grateful that it was brought to my attention, I have missed music so much and will forever miss my mother. You have created a moment of joy in a world in such despair, thank you.

Oh wow…this is my first time seeing you. I haven’t been touched by someone’s sincerity, total honesty and openness in a very long time! Thank you for your total vulnerability. Wow…still reeling!

When my Daddy passed…choosing songs for his funeral was the absolute worst. It’s been since 2005 and I still find songs I wished we had played.

This was the hardest video I have ever watched. There wasn't a song that didn't touch me in some way. From lost friends to suicide to loss of family and loss of love. When my wife passed from an 8 year battle with brain cancer I thought it fitting to play Good Riddance( hope you had the time of your life) as the lyrics perfectly spoke to the fork in the road 8 years before and the test of a lifetime. She made the best of her time filled with joy, laughter and yes some tears. That was 14 years ago and I still tear up when I hear that song.