Hey music lovers, today, let's dive into the magical world where film and music meet. It is no news that sound tracks give movies that magical feel. That is why a good soundtrack became an essential tool that can transform even the best scene into one of the most memorable. Here is a list of some movies that have stuck in my head because of their awesome soundtracks .
**The Lion King (1994): A roaring success **
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If there is one animated movie that needs no introduction, it is Disney’s The Lion King and no one can deny the fact that the film boasted of a legendary soundtrack. This film’s soundtrack has the feeling of Africa in it complete with African beats and tunes, which has been contributed by the famous Hans Zimmer, Elton John and Tim Rice to its lyrics. All its covers from “Circle of Life” to the catchy “I Just Can’t Wait To Be King,” each song adds to the guttural feeling of the movie and makes ‘Pride Lands’ feel so real.
Pulp Fiction (1994)
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Pulp Fiction by Quentin Tarentino is not only famous for giving a non-linear twist to narration but also for the kind of songs it used. The mysterious movie is full of the beats of rock and roll, surf music, and soul which fits the movie's mood and atmosphere. It’s hard to imagine said film today without hearing the songs like “Misirlou” by Dick Dale or “Son of a Preacher Man” by Dusty Springfield that became the emblem of the movie.
Guardians of the Galaxy (2014): An Intergalactic Mixtape
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Of all the ways that a mixtape might have seemed somewhat promising if you totally redefined what music had come to mean in pop culture, who would have considered that the only thing large enough to save the galaxy was precisely that? In “Guardians of the Galaxy,” there were nothing but the best hits from the ’70s and ’80s to match the adventurous feel of the movie. Some songs that can be noted as unforgettable are "Hooked on a Feeling" by Blue Swede and “Come and Get Your Love” by Redbone; they were not just songs that played in the background; they were important even for the story and characters, especially Star-Lord’s connection to his mother.
**The Bodyguard (1992): Whitney Houston’s voice powerhouse **
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Not many movie soundtracks today can come closer to naming mega-stars when it comes to Whitney Houston and the soundtracks she did in the Bodyguard. With the much-enduring romantic reverie “I Will Always Love You” from Dolly Parton, this Whitney Houston composed soundtrack is till now considered as one of the biggest selling soundtracks in the history of music.
La La Land (2016): A modern music masterpiece
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After going through different changes in style and trend, the jazz flavored modern musical was brought back to life by the movie La La Land. Featuring some songs by Justin Hurwit, the movie has vibrant music that can take viewers through a roller-coaster. It contains stunning tunes such as ‘City of Stars’ and ‘Another Day of Sun,’ meaning, it has much regard for the tradition of movie musicals, while still holding up as a movie in its own right.
A Star is Born (2018)
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The soundtrack of A Star is Born sung by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper is one of the most emotional albums to date. Songs featuring Gaga such as “Shallow” and “Always Remember Us This Way” feature dynamic vocals by Gaga and good casting of the two lead actors. In addition to underlining the film’s plot, the music is a movie on its own with a focus on love, fight, and triumph.
Black Panther (2018)
Picking songs for the Black Panther film, Kendrick Lamar provided modern hip hop singers’ understanding of black culture and African drums and chants. Anthems such as ‘All the Stars’ by Kendrick Lamar & SZA as well as ‘Pray For Me’ by The Weeknd & Kendrick Lamar not only acted as companions to the movie’s impact but also glorified Africa in a contemporary manner.
Wrapping it up, music in movies gives it a special touch, ensuring that it makes more of the viewer’s senses. I felt it in the dramatic moments of The Lion King and the heartfelt music of A Star is Born. Movies have shown that music really comes a long way in telling power stories. Therefore, next time you’re watching a movie, we should take more note of the soundtrack as it may be the crucial factor that makes an excellent movie even unforgettable.