25 Best Dying Songs – Songs With Dying in the Title

Last Updated: August 9, 2023 | Written by Matthew Campbell (Editor of My Wedding Songs and wedding DJ)

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Our goal in making a list of the top 10 dying songs was to celebrate life. Our top two songs have titles like living like you were dying and live like we’re dying. These two songs are highly successful on mainstream radio.

We tried to include many different music genres including hip-hop, rock, heavy metal, country, and Christian. We also tried to include different music eras from 1992 through today.

Best Dying Songs in Title
 

There are other uses of the word dying in our song list. However, we must state that people must try to live life to the fullest. There is always someone who is worst off than us. We must be thankful for what we have when we have it. When someone is dying or even our pet, it is a time of sadness.

However, we must remember the good times and help ourselves and the person dying to be as happy as possible – no matter what we believe after death.

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  1. “DYING 4 YOUR LOVE” by Snoh Aalegra (R&B – 2021)
  2. “One Less Day (Dying Young)” by Rob Thomas (Pop – 2019)
  3. “Live Like You Were Dying” by Tim McGraw (Country – 2004)
  4. “Dying Man” by Morgan Wallen (Country – 2023)
  5. “Dying Day” by Brandi Carlile (Singer-Songwriter – 2009)
  6. “What The Hell Are We Dying For” by Shawn Mendes (Pop – 2023)
  7. “Dying in LA” by Panic! At The Disco (Alternative – 2018)
  8. “Dying Inside To Hold You” by Timmy Thomas (Pop – 2012)
  9. “Dying In The Subtlety” by Cautious Clay (R&B – 2020)
  10. “Live Like You Were Dying” by Kris Allen (Pop – 2009)
  11. “The Kids Are All Dying” by FINNEAS (Alternative – 2021)
  12. “Dying Breed” by Cody Hibbard (Country – 2020)
  13. “Anthem Of Our Dying Day” by Story Of The Year (Rock – 2003)
  14. “Dying To Believe” by Papa Roach (Rock – 2022)
  15. “Dying To Self” by Alex Jean (Hip Hop – 2023)
  16. “Expert In A Dying Field” by The Beths (Rock – 2022)
  17. “When I Was Dying” by Dan Deacon (Electronic – 2015)
  18. “Dying” by OMFG (Electronic – 2017)
  19. “Runnin’ (Dying To Live)” by 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G. (Hip Hop – 2003)
  20. “dying on the inside” by Nessa Barrett (Pop – 2022)
 

Dying Breed – The Killers
Released in 2020 on the album Imploding The Mirage

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

From the coveted touch of a girl in love
I was lifted by the sound of a spirit in need
Baby, we’re a dying breed

Dying to Live – Sevendust
Released in 2020 on the album Blood & Stone

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Every little?thing we want
Rips out a piece?of us
With all that we give
Why am I dying to?live?
With?all?that we had?to face
Keep dying?to live

DYING 4 YOUR LOVE – Snoh Aalegra
Released in 2020 on the album DYING 4 YOUR LOVE

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I know nobody’s perfect and we are the way we are
But you know I don’t deserve this and I waited way too long
‘Cause I’ve been dyin’ for this love

The Dying Of The Light – Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
Released in 2020 on the album The Dying Of The Light

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And there’d be no time for getting old when we were young
It’s alright, if you dance with me tonight
We’ll fight the dying of the light, and we’ll catch the sun

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Dying in the Subtlety – Cautious Clay
Released in 2019 on the album Dying in the Subtlety

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I think I’m dying in the subtlety
Lying ’bout the worst of me
I just wanna stay on track
Crying like it hurts to be
What we wanted initially
Why don’t you just cut some slack?

 

dying together – Josh Golden
Released in 2019 on the album dying together

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

You come over just to break up
Then wake up wearing my sweater
But if this love’s gonna kill us
At least we’re dying together

One Less Day (Dying Young) – Rob Thomas
Released in 2019 on the album Chip Tooth Smile

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m not afraid of getting older
I’m one less day from dying young
I see the light go past my shoulder
I’m one less day from dying young

Dying in LA – Panic! At The Disco
Released in 2018 on the album Pray for the Wicked

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

But nobody knows you now
When you’re dying in LA
And nobody owes you now
When you’re dying in LA

No Love Dying – Gregory Porter
Released in 2017 on the album Liquid Spirit

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Well the death of love is everywhere
But I wont let it be
There will be no love dying here for me

When I Was Done Dying – Dan Deacon
Released in 2015 on the album Gliss Riffer

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

When I was done dying, my conscience regained
So I began my struggle, a nothingness strained
Out a flash made of time, my new form blasted out
And it startled me so and I burst out a shout

 

In Love Dying – Red Hot Chili Peppers
Released in 2013, Genre: Rock

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

In love dying
Does it go two ways?
In love dying
This body I can not detain

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I Just Can’t Go On Dying Like This – George Strait
Released in 2013 on the album Love Is Everything

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I think I’ll play that song again
The one called, “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry”
And I’ll wonder where you are tonight
I don’t know, I just don’t know
But I just can’t go on dying like this

Someone Worth Dying For – Mikeschair
Released in 2011, Genre: Christian

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m not just some wandering soul
That you don’t see and you don’t know
Yeah, I want to believe,
Jesus help me believe
That I am someone worth dying for

Dying for an Angel (The Wicked Symphony) – Avantasia
Released in 2010 on the album The Wicked Symphony

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Living on a dream
Dying for an angel
Reach out, waiting for a miracle
No sign of wings as you turn your back on me

Dying Breed – Five Finger Death Punch
Released in 2009 on the album War Is the Answer

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Death can take me if I can’t be free (can’t be free)
I’m not like you (not like you)
I’m a dying breed

 

Live Like We’re Dying – Kris Allen
Released in 2009, Genre: Rock

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

We only got 86, 400 seconds in a day to
Turn it all around or to throw it all away
We gotta tell ’em that we love ’em while we got the chance to say
Gotta live like we’re dying

Live Like We’re Dying – The Script
Released in 2008 on the album The Script (Bonus Tracks)

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Gotta live like we’re dying
And if your plane fell out of the skies
Who would you call with your last goodbyes
Should be so careful who we let fall out of our lives

Last Of A Dying Breed – Ludacris featuring Lil Wayne
Released in 2008, Genre: Hip Hop

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I’m A lyricist to the death so I got what ya need, Ludacris,
I’m the last of a dying breed,
And we almost extinct so I’m saying it loud,
Say it with me, (MCs move the crowd)

I Feel Like Dying – Lil Wayne
Released in 2007, Genre: Hip Hop

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Only once the drugs are done
That I feel like dying, I feel like dying

Time Of Dying – Three Days Grace
Released in 2006, Genre: Rock

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

I will not die, I’ll wait here for you
I feel alive when you’re beside me
I will not die, I’ll wait here for you
In my time of dying

 

Dying In Your Arms – Trivium
Released in 2005, Genre: Heavy Metal

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And now I see it’s you that’s tearing me (ensnaring me)
This is me dying in your arms
I cut you out, now set me free

Live Like You Were Dying – Tim McGraw
Released in 2004, Genre: Country

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

And I loved deeper
And I spoke sweeter
And I gave forgiveness I’d been denying”
And he said
“Someday I hope you get the chance
To live like you were dying

Runnin’ (Dying To Live) – 2Pac featuring Notorious B.I.G.
Released in 2003, Genre: Hip Hop

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Why am I trying to see when there ain’t nothing in sight?
Why am I trying to give when no one gives me a try?
Why am I dying to live if I’m just living to die?

In My Time of Dying – Jimmy Page & The Black Crowes
Released in 2000 on the album Live at the Greek

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Jesus gonna make up
Somebody, somebody
Oh, oh, Jesus gonna make up
Jesus gonna make it my dying bed

 

Nothing Short Of Dying – Travis Tritt
Released in 1992, Genre: Country

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

Each time her memory slams the door
And I find myself crying
And trying to hold on
‘Cause there ain’t nothing short of dying
That’s worse than being left alone

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Song For A Dying Planet – Joe Walsh
Released in 1992 on the album Songs for a Dying Planet

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

So I wrote these songs for a dying planet
I’m sorry but I’m telling the truth
And for everybody trying to save it
These songs are for you, too

Art Of Dying – George Harrison
Released in 1970 on the album All Things Must Pass

song on Amazon

Most Meaningful Lyrics:

When things that seemed so very plain
Become an awful pain
Searching for the truth among the lying
And answered when you’ve learned the art of dying

Have a favorite song with dying in the title?  Please share your song below in the comments!

About Matthew Campbell

DJ, Editor, Music Lover

Meet Matthew (Matt) Campbell, the passionate wedding DJ and music expert behind My Wedding Songs. With years of experience in the industry and a keen ear for the latest trends, Matt knows just what it takes to create the perfect soundtrack for your special day. From classic love ballads to upbeat party anthems, his articles are jam-packed with insider tips and top recommendations that will have you and your guests on your feet all night long.

But Matt isn’t just a music aficionado – he’s also an active member of wedding planning and DJ communities, sharing his expertise and learning from other professionals along the way. Matt is the author of the Wedding Songs Planner and has articles published on Rolling Stone, DJ Life Magazine, and DJ Times. He is a member of the Rolling Stone Culture Council and Vegas Wedding Chamber. You can listen to his tips as the host of the Wedding Songs Podcast. 

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