I have seen a couple of posts about secular songs that helped you deconstruct/deconvert that have been a great resource. My question is similar to those except with a twist: what are some songs that are secular/humanist in nature that are also good to sing in a group? I'm trying to collect some songs because my humanist group is wanting to sing a couple of songs when we meet. Any ideas?
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.Blackbird, by the Beatles.Sweet and simple
Hallelujah, one of my favorite songs
The Weight by the Band, I love this song.
After the Gold Rush, Neil Young, a great song.
I could go on and on, but I will stop here for now.
Wisewoman3
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May 2, 2018
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I don't know the gig, but this is a funny song that a vocal group could do. If you give me more details, I can hook you up.
HonkyBMcfunky
Level 6
May 2, 2018
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I aint Afriad makes a good campfire, marching rally song
Davesnothere
Level 7
May 2, 2018
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You may want to check out a Unitarian Universalist hymnal. My UU congretion is primarily atheist. I love the UU hymnal!!!!
LeeG
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May 2, 2018
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On a silly note, I've always liked Mr Rogers "Won't You Be My Neighbor"
AmelieMatisse
Level 8
May 2, 2018
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Ahh good memories !!
Wicked Messenger. It's quick and full of references.
CallMeDave
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May 2, 2018
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Song written by Bob Dylan master lyricist. I like his Gotta Serve Somebody song too.
lean on me- Bill withers
Ianwalker1980
Level 5
May 2, 2018
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We did this one!
On of my fave songs of all time. Never really tied it to religion in any way. It's just a great song.
I think the group support part of religion is what keeps a lot of people trapped in, so this song's sentiment in a humanist group seems ideal
For an adult group: Tim Minchin’s Pope Song. The F bomb is dropped pretty frequently. Always Look on the Bright Side of Life-Monty Python.
Untamedshrew
Level 7
May 2, 2018
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Shar:
Tim Minchin is amazing!!! Drinking white wine in the sun is a favorite of mine. His songs are more stories that are a must listen too!!
@Shar White Wine is my favorite, too! He's hilarious, smart, and crazy good looking! I had the pleasure of seeing him perform stand up/musical comedy in a small venue right before he got big. He seems to be doing everything these days?
Loosing my Religion R.E.M.
DavidLaDeau
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May 2, 2018
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Interesting factoid. That song isn't really about religion.
"Losing My Religion" is based on Peter Buck's mandolin-playing. ... The phrase "losing my religion" is an expression from the southern region of the United States that means losing one's temper or civility, or "being at the end of one's rope." Stipe told The New York Times the song was about romantic expression.
Imagine would probably be the best example.
JosephHarrison
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May 2, 2018
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