EL James
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Adagio from Concerto No 3 in D Minor BWV 974, played by James Rhodes.
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Johnny Cash’s version of Danny Boy.
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David Baddiel
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My daughter Dolly singing Your Song by Elton John when she was 11. I was filming and the filming is pathetic because you can tell I’m just wobbling with tears. I want everyone to cry at my funeral, including my daughter.
Jo Brand
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You Have Killed Me, by Morrissey.
Philippa Perry
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One written in 2057.
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Our ancient cat miaowing, because it’s got dementia.
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