Top 20 Opening Songs in Animated Movies That Didn't Have to Go THAT Hard

[Music] oh yeah welcome to Miz Mojo and today we're counting down our picks for the top 20 opening songs and animated movies that didn't have to go that hard [Music] the first musical numbers in animated films that were way more epic than they needed to be which of these has you humming along let us know in the comments below number 20 gemele No Lilo Lilo and Stitch this classic Disney film isn't even a traditional musical but clearly it doesn't need to be to deliver a grand celebration of Hawaiian culture after some quick Intergalactic hijinks Lilo and Stitch shifts to something of a literal down-to-earth perspective and nothing conveys that better than hemeli no Lilo [Music] from its hypnotic vocals to its rousing instrumentation everything in this track exemplifies composition at its finest as a result it somehow captures the very heart of lilo's Journey in a short period foreign [Music] the fact that it's wrapped inside an ear worm of a Melody is just the cherry on top if Ohana means family No Lilo totally hits the motherload [Music] number 19 down in New Orleans The Princess and the Frog [Music] newer Disney Princess movies have a lot of iconic starting numbers to live up to and in this case the track pulls double duty characterizing Central figures like a grown-up Tiana as well as New Orleans The Princess and the Frog's opener does that and then some on the river where the women are very pretty [Music] the Jazz inspired Rhythm immediately sets it apart from the crowd while the textured leading performance really propels it into greatness the Fantastic 2D animation doesn't hurt either especially in those moments when the Beats perfectly accentuate Tiana's routine the most impressive part is that down in New Orleans accomplishes all of this while still feeling Breezy light and distinctly original [Music] do come true in New Orleans number 18 perfect world The Emperor's New Groove check this out Butler chef theme song guy fitting that a song introducing Cusco has more style than it knows what to do with the confident Tempo is fun upbeat and most importantly easy to hum along to after just one listen in fact by the time it hits the irresistible chorus you'll want to dance right alongside the haughty Emperor what's his name let's go that's his name perfect world definitely lives up to its name though that shouldn't be surprising considering Cusco literally has a theme song guy rest assured he's worth every single penny honestly it's a wonder the emperor needs a new groove at all if this song's any indication the one he has is already plenty Rockin [Music] you were saying what's his name [Music] number 17 One of a Kind Vivo no one can write lyrics quite like lin-manuel Miranda Vivo smartly gives him free reign to do what he does best and the results speak for themselves [Music] the competition the clock is talking and taking I'm rocking this club at Rhythm now watch keeping up with Miranda's brilliant rhyme scheme is pretty much its own game but the rapid Tempo is also interspersed with andres's Soulful verses ensuring that one of a kind maintains its own identity amid the high octane chorus come on [Music] thankfully all its disparate Parts work because the Central beat is just that addictive plus there's always something new to catch in the frenetic wrap sections that just speaks to the numbers best quality it's a song written to be played on repeat one listen just isn't enough [Music] is [Music] number 16 United We Stand Quest for Camelot on principle what this song achieves through instrumentation alone is worth a round of applause Quest for Camelot relies mainly on its Grand Melody to sell the weight of its opening song and Against All Odds it completely succeeds [Music] by the time the lyric slowly fade in an inspiring tone has already been set for the entire movie and still it only gets better from there foreign [Music] the chanting vocals escalate with a rare Mastery of scale and expansion so it doesn't take long for United We Stand to become the very embodiment of the word stirring at this point it feels like Quest for Camelot couldn't have begun any other way goodness Charming sing-along now let's get down to business number 15 according to plan Corpse Bride this might be the only wedding where the journey to the rehearsal is at least as fun as the actual ceremony after all from the opening beats all the way to the closing fade this piece hooks you and doesn't let go it's a beautiful day for a glorious wedding a rehearsal ideas [Music] The Haunting Acoustics are just creepy enough to fit in with corpse bride's offbeat Vibe pair that with superbly quirky lyrics and it's clear why this song has a habit of getting stuck in our heads to the million years it manages to be weird catchy and just plain memorable usually all at the same time that's a tough balance to pull off but suffice it to say this song was up for the challenge [Music] number 14 Two Worlds Tarzan [Music] these lives we see when Disney enlisted Phil Collins to write compose and record songs for Tarzan it's safe to say he understood the assignment as a matter of fact he only needed one number to prove it right from the jump Two Worlds is emotionally resonant with Collins delivering the message in a way few other artists could [Music] stranger the singers impassioned vocals are so captivating he could be singing a grocery list and it would still be moving yet the words themselves also act as a perfect encapsulation of the story's themes elevating the final product since the song is reprised multiple times throughout Tarzan it's no hyperbole to say the film is indebted to what Phil Collins did in this opening number all right [Music] [Laughter] number 13 once upon a time in New York City Oliver and Company Oliver may be seen as the runt of the litter but the song that begins his movie is anything but yesterday foreign on the surface the track is a heartfelt Love Letter to New York City yet when it's played over Oliver's harrowing struggle the lyrics aren't just empowering anymore they're a full-on Anthem propelling the cat to keep going in the face of adversity be scared though yesterday [Music] the beautiful message is as inspiring as they come but it's how well it ties into the titular animals Journey that makes this opener hard to beat even though once upon a time in New York City plays at the start of the film it's bound to stay with you long after the credits roll survives once upon a time in New York City number 12 Arabian Nights Aladdin oh I come from a land from a far away place where the Caravan camels roam even compared to the rest of its spellbinding soundtrack this movie's inaugural tune practically feels like a wish granted by Genie especially since its refreshingly straightforward there's not much excessive Flair or imagery and as a result there's a certain smoothness to the sound that's not found anywhere else Arabian Night succeeds because of its Simplicity not in spite of it in fact the way the lyrics ebb and flow into each other makes just the bombastic hook all the more riveting [Music] in a lot of good ways the song became such an intrinsic part of Aladdin's identity that it's been Revisited throughout the franchise in sequels a TV show and more it's hard to get higher praise than that a fool of his guards could fall and fall hard out there yeah number 11 This Is My Idea The Swan Princess I can do much better I am sure [Music] opener covers a lot of ground but it's a testament to the hum worthy Melody and Charming lyrics that we never feel left behind the song establishes Derek and Odette as two people who do not want to get married under any circumstances despite the not so subtle prodding of their parents so how happy you could come so happy to be here how I'd like to run this is this isn't my idea of fun the alternating perspectives effectively characterize our leads all the while tracking a clear progression in their relationship it admirably balances story and character with a catchy Rhythm that will leave you humming long after the credits roll it may not be Derek or odette's idea of fun but it sure is a good time for us this is my ideas number 10 Real in Rio Rio upbeat exciting and bursting with life the titular song that begins this animated feature is one of the most striking in modern memory [Music] accompanied by suitably festive animation and lighting the dynamic Tempo helps achieve the cardinal rule of Storytelling to show and not tell it may be called Real in Rio but the spirited execution and energetic Rhythm demonstrates the beauty of the tourist hotspot in a way words couldn't and the film is all the better for it [Music] and I've been trying [Music] much of the story's emotional weight hinges on the effectiveness of this number rest assured though with a song like this we're ready for a long vacation in Rio number nine El Dorado The Road to El Dorado [Music] it may be named after a literal City of Gold but this cult hits Stellar soundtrack is almost just as valuable music supervisor Mary lotta Jacob approached the film sound with worldly aspects in mind to respect the Eastern influences of the story but that wasn't the only ingredient that led to this Immaculate opening number [Music] with composition by Elton John and Tim Rice it's no wonder this debut song is a delightful earworm we're more than happy to let hang around for as brief as it is the tune manages to perfectly represent the aesthetic and influences of the film capturing a distinct flavor of music not often heard in Western Cinema El Dorado [Music] number eight This Is Halloween The Nightmare Before Christmas [Music] as a film unlike anything else wealth ever it's fitting that the starting number boasts an iron-clad grip on the gleefully weird tone that makes this holiday mashup so popular to this day if the stunning stop-motion animation didn't hook you this delightfully Oddball song absolutely would [Music] we love it now everybody's waiting for the next surprise like the film overall this number somehow finds a marriage between the cheer of Christmas and the spookiness of Halloween the end result is a tune that's both Merry and a little uncomfortable not that it matters too much regardless of the holiday we'll have police sit through the hijinks of Jack Skellington if it means we can dance to this song One More Time this Halloween Halloween number seven a rumor in St Petersburg Anastasia you'd be forgiven for assuming this animated princess tale is among the Disney catalog especially since its Grand introduction feels right at home alongside some of the classics the song has a certain enchanting quality that makes it impossible to resist [Music] a brilliant rise and fall of harmonies gives real excitement to the talk of the princess's return the bombastic chorus also lends the vocals a gritty yet dignified tone that sells the Grim state of the world [Music] St Petersburg is practically its own character here and brought to life by expressive animation and clever Rhymes marks this number as one of the standouts from any animated opener Disney or not well we guess Disney does own fox now the biggest Con in history [Music] number six Belle Beauty and the Beast when people think of Disney opening songs this one probably comes to mind and that's for a very good reason little town full of little people waking up to [Music] after the prologue there is no better way to kick off a musical than with a good old-fashioned group number especially one with as much heart and soul as Belle the way the townsfolks mundane lives weave into the harmonies breathes so much life into the world plus we get so much Exposition without ever having to sacrifice the song's commanding Cadence this is a real and true Ensemble number but even beyond all that Bell is simply satisfying to listen to It's a master class of musical Arrangement that just never gets old no matter how many times you hear it [Music] [Applause] [Music] number five the gospel truth one main title Hercules standing out amongst the action romance and tragedy to come this movie starts with an undeniably rocking musical number [Music] and everywhere gigantic Roots call Titans it's hard to think of any other opening song that reaches the same levels of funky fun as this with all the personality charm and soul that represents iconic composer Alan Menken at his Apex the beat introduces us to the world of Gods and Monsters but it's easy to forget that when you're lost in this high energy chorus [Music] it is pure fun through and through and ends up as a high point in a film with an already legendary soundtrack Greek gods and gospel Jazz now that's a match made in Olympus [Music] number four All-Star Shrek we dare you to find a film series that does a good old-fashioned insert song better than Shrek and we don't think anything can top this iconic Anthem and all its head banging Glory Shrek's daily routine is as crass and foul as he is but with this fitting tune behind him you can't help but feel a little endeared foreign [Music] the punk rock beat fits almost too well with the ogre's demeanor painting him as an unlikely hero more than content with his simple lifestyle Smash Mouth would spice up any movie but with such Clear Care in its placement here it's no wonder this lives on as one of the greatest utilizations of an insert song in film history get the show on get paid [Music] number three the bells of Notre Dame The Hunchback of Notre Dame this song has no cheerful character intros no quirky lyrics and certainly no fun despite lacking everything we expect from the start of a musical this ends up being one of the greatest and most memorable beginning numbers of any animated film period will tell you it is a tale A Tale of a man on the Ducks [Music] there is a chilling grit and rawness on display here executed through repetitive phrasing Gruff vocals and a haunting Rhythm the Grim chorus mixed with Angelic sounds gives so much emotional weight to the story unfolding [Music] both beautiful and a bit frightening all the while boasting a Mastery of tone this song is an extraordinary kickoff to an underrated Gem and it culminates in a final stretch of notes that are downright Unforgettable [Music] number two Circle of Life The Lion King foreign when it comes to the greatest film openings of all time this song is impossible to overlook and for good reason the African inspired vocals are so iconic just uttering the first phrase will have everyone in the room chanting along it's a feat not just of Animation but of composition too with a Melody that evokes so much Beauty in a way only music can [Music] foreign it continues to build masterfully into a chorus that sums up the themes of the story in a way that's both cathartic and breathtaking in all its spine tingling exemplary Glory few films begin with this much heart but that's the benefit of a fantastic song in the right hands [Applause] [Music] before we continue be sure to subscribe to our Channel and ring the bell to get notified about our latest videos you have the option to be notified for occasional videos or all of them if you're on your phone make sure you go into your settings and switch on notifications number one Deliver Us The Prince of Egypt nothing can prepare you for the Staggering presentation of human will exhibited in this Unforgettable sequence there's an incredibly potent unfiltered quality to the straightforward lyrics that build atop each other into a powerful Anthem that's guaranteed to leave you Breathless foreign [Music] the song is astoundingly resonant even before Moses's mother joins in however once she does it is her Harmony that elevates the number to something even greater I pray we'll meet again [Music] oh it somehow captures the cruel realities of its story while adding in a hint of Hope resulting in a song that's emotionally effective in a way that's hard to put into words it's so daring beautiful and tragic that it's hard to believe it's just the first few minutes of a feature-length film [Music] do you agree with our picks check out this other recent clip from mismo Joe and be sure to subscribe and ring the bell to be notified about our latest videos [Music] foreign [Music]

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Length: 26min 34sec (1594 seconds)

Published: Tue May 02 2023