New versions of some of your favorite Disney tunes will be released next week as part of the album, We Love Disney.
There have been other tracks previously released and now you can enjoy Jessie J’s rendition of “Part of Your World.” Enjoy the new version below.
I am eagerly anticipating the new album being released, are you?
Its Summer! Well, maybe not officially, but its close enough.
Today, I am going to highlight my top six Disney summer songs. These are songs that are from throughout the Disney “universe,” so not just the animated films, but also some from the theme parks too.
6. In Summer, Frozen
Of course, this song may be better to listen to in winter when you are dreaming of those summer days, but why not enjoy what Olaf is crooning about immediately?
5. After Today, A Goofy Movie
The greatest song about the last day of school.
4. California Screamin’ Disney California Adventure
I love the carnival sounds that make up the on-ride audio on this awesome coaster. It immediately reminds me of summer, the boardwalk, and being at Disney!
3. Space Mountain, Disneyland
Okay, this one goes back a little. But Disneyland’s Space Mountain was the first coaster to have synchronized on-ride music. The Imagineers worked with guitarist Dick Dale to play his famous surf guitar riffs for the audio. Yea, its kinda a mix of space and summer, but it works for me.
2. Hawaiian Roller Coast Ride, Lilo and Stitch
Following up on the Dick Dale surfer riffs is this great tune from Disney’s Lilo and Stitch. I love the original songs from this film that incorporated more traditional Hawaiian sounds.
1. Under the Sea, The Little Mermaid
You could argue that a few of the songs on this soundtrack have summer sounds, but Under the Sea is the best of the bunch.
So, what do you think? Did I miss any songs that you would include?
There are many folks out there who say they hate musicals. Well, there are musicals that make me wanna pull my hair out, but there are a few that I enjoy…and most of them just so happen to be Disney films. Shocker, right?
When you think of Disney musicals, the tunes that often come to mind are the big show-stopping numbers.
Here are my favorites from the Disney Canon (in no particular order):
The Virginia Company – This one is not a typical “show-stopper” like the first two listed above, but it sets up the mood of the film well.
That’s How You Know – The song that perhaps pokes fun at the big Disney musical numbers, yet it is one of my favorites.
The Bells of Notre Dame – One of the best openings in all of animated films.
Topsy Turvy – Another selection from the Hunchback of Notre Dame. This song was Quasimodo’s one excursion to have fun and enjoy the limelight for about 15 seconds.
Step In Time – This song is sometimes overlooked among all the other classics from the Mary Poppins soundtrack, but its one of my favorites.
After Today – If you haven’t seen A Goofy Movie, do yourself a favor and check it out.
What do you think? Are there others you would add to this list?
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