A Night To Remember Nearer My God To Thee

Okay, let's be honest. We've all seen Titanic. Probably more than once. Maybe even cried a little. (Don't worry, your secret's safe with me.)

But there's something about that iconic scene… you know the one. The band. The icy water. The impending doom.

The Band Played On (But Should They Have?)

Everyone always praises the band for their unwavering dedication. Playing "Nearer, My God, To Thee" as the ship goes down? Heroic! Inspirational!

Or… maybe a tad melodramatic? Just a thought.

Hear me out. If I were on a sinking ship, I wouldn't want a somber hymn. I'd want some upbeat tunes!

Unpopular Opinion Alert!

My suggestion? Ditch "Nearer, My God, To Thee." It’s a bit… well, morbid.

Give me some ABBA! Maybe some Queen? Anything to boost morale before we're all doing the backstroke in the Atlantic.

Imagine it: "Dancing Queen" blaring as the lifeboats launch. Now *that's* a send-off!

The "Nearer, My God, To Thee" Debate

Look, I get it. The hymn is about faith and acceptance in the face of death. Deep stuff.

But wouldn't a bit of denial be preferable in that situation? A little "Don't Stop Me Now" energy might have actually saved some lives. Perhaps a few passengers would've been too busy dancing to notice the iceberg.

Or, at the very least, it would have been a more entertaining way to go. Just saying.

Practicality vs. Poignancy

Think about the logistics. Freezing hands trying to play the violin? Seems inefficient.

Wouldn't those poor musicians have been better off helping people into lifeboats? Or, you know, finding a lifeboat for themselves?

I'm all for art, but survival seems like a slightly higher priority. Call me crazy.

A Modern Titanic Playlist

If I were in charge of the Titanic playlist, things would be very different.

First, a healthy dose of disco. Gotta keep those spirits up! Then, maybe some power ballads. Something to sing along to while desperately clinging to debris.

And definitely no hymns. Unless it's a really, really upbeat gospel version.

Here's a few of suggestions:

"Staying Alive" – Bee Gees
"I Will Survive" – Gloria Gaynor
"Livin' on a Prayer" – Bon Jovi

Let's Re-imagine the Scene

Picture this: the ship is sinking, chaos reigns, but instead of tearful acceptance, there's a full-blown dance party.

People are grabbing each other, belting out Journey lyrics, and momentarily forgetting their imminent demise.

It's still tragic, but at least it's a memorable kind of tragic. And arguably, a whole lot more fun.

In Conclusion: A Bit of Levity in the Face of Disaster

Maybe I'm being insensitive. Maybe I'm missing the point. But I stand by my opinion.

When facing the end, a little bit of levity can go a long way. And a good beat is always appreciated.

So, next time you watch Titanic, just imagine Rose and Jack doing the hustle as the ship goes down. You're welcome.

And hey, at least Celine Dion would have something else to sing. "My Heart Will Go On (But To A Disco Beat)"?

Let’s be honest James Cameron missed the opportunity of a lifetime here.