Three-dimensional characters, thought-provoking plotlines, and innovating special effects are necessary for an excellent movie, but what is it without any music? Here are the top memorable original songs from movie soundtracks.
10. “What Dreams Are Made Of” by Hilary Duff from The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003) – Sing to me, Paolo.
9. “Lose Yourself” by Eminem from 8 Mile (2002) – Eminem spits an award-winning hip-hop track which shows that anyone can overcome personal struggles to achieve ambitions.
8. “I Believe I Can Fly” by R. Kelly from Space Jam (1996) – This amazing ballad complements the comedic vibe of Space Jam, giving this classic film depth and meaning.
7. “Colors of the Wind” by Vanessa Williams from Pocahontas (1995) – With this nostalgic melody, Pocahontas depicts that earth is a living entity, which includes humankind as a part of its nature.
6. “Jai Ho” by A. R. Rahman from Slumdog Millionaire (2008) – Not only does this song remind us of Dev Patel’s fortune-seeking adventure, but it celebrates the universal meaning of victory.
5. “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” by Aerosmith from Armageddon (1998) – Ben Affleck and Liv Tyler were the first to acquire this ballad of love that inspired couples ever since the cosmic Armageddon.
4. “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor from Rocky III (1982) – Who doesn’t love the American classic, Rocky? This song is encouraging and uplifting. It makes you feel like you can knock out Mr. T, despite the fact that he’s about 60 years old now.
3. “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston from The Bodyguard (1992) –From the fourth best-selling album of all time, the Bodyguard soundtrack.
2. “You’re the One that I Want” by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John from Grease (1978) – Who could ever forget John Travolta running around in tight pants and a leather jacket? This song is an upbeat classic that will never go out of style.
1. “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion from Titanic (1994) – We will always remember the tragic romance of Jack and Rose as we listen to Celine Dion’s inescapable theme.