In honor of Singersroom’s Hollywood month, here are our picks for the top 10 movie soundtracks. Prepare to download one or more to your music collection.
1. Purple Rain– This 13-time platinum album is hands-down the best soundtrack of all time, if not the best album. Written almost entirely by Prince, the album took one musical risk after another, which ultimately resulted in a masterpiece. If forced to choose one song to play, “When Doves Cry” is it.
2. The Bodyguard– Whitney Houston never fails to deliver, and she proved this to be true on The Bodyguard: Original Soundtrack Album. Five of her greatest hits appeared on the album, including the classic “I Will Always Love You,” making this album the best-selling soundtrack of all time.
3. Do the Right Thing– This 1989 soundtrack takes you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane, and you can’t help but pump your fist to Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power.”
4. Love Jonesâ Produced by a super team (including Jermaine Dupri and Wyclef Jean), this is the hottest R&B soundtrack to date. Although this album is chock-full of love-making music, you might want to put Maxwell’s sultry “Sumthin Sumthin: Mellosmoothe” on repeat.
5. Above the Rim– Released by Death Row and Interscope Records in 1994, this hip-hop soundtrack embodied West Coast rap when it was at its peak. Warren G’s “Regulate” and Dr. Dre’s “Afro Puffs” reign supreme.
6. Brown Sugar– The movie’s tagline asked: When did you first fall in love with hip hop? If this soundtrack didn’t turn the listener on, nothing will. We dare you to listen to Erykah Badu’s ode to hip hop, “Love of My Life,” and ask yourself the question again.
7. Waiting to Exhale-This girl-power, all-female soundtrack is a must-download album for every woman’s iPod. Feeling down? Play “Not Gon’ Cry” by Mary J. Blige or “Exhale” by Whitney Houston.
8. Boomerang – You probably remember Eddie Murphy, Halle Berry and Robin Givens in this 1992 film, but you certainly didn’t forget the musical score. It included Boyz II Men’s #1 hit, “End of the Road,” and P.M. Dawn’s I’d Die Without You.” Plus, Halle’s infamous rant on Eddie when she yelled “Love should’ve brought your ass home last night” gave singer Toni Braxton her big break: that one line inspired her debut song “Love Shoulda Brought You Home.”
9. Dreamgirls-You may have found yourself singing throughout this 2006 film, adapted from the Broadway musical of the same name. Although leading actress Beyonce lends her voice to the soundtrack, you’ll want to hear “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” by Jennifer Hudson first.
10. The Best Man-This 1999 soundtrack may not have featured any superstar artists, but it didn’t take away from its appeal to the masses. It peaked at #2 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts, and number 16 on The Billboard 200. It’s over a decade later, but we promise that “What You Want” by The Roots still rocks.
11. Dead Presidents-Since this movie is set during the Vietnam War, the soundtrack embodies R&B, funk and soul, and pays homage to some of the greatest entertainers (like Issac Hayes, Al Green and James Brown) of that era. Must-listen track: “I’ll Be Around” by The Spinners.
—— By: Crystal Tate
Do you love movies? Do you enjoy getting lost in the music that accompanies them? If so, this article is for you! We’ve compiled a list of our top 11 movie soundtracks. From classic blockbusters to lesser-known indie films, we have something for everyone’s musical taste. So get ready to be taken on an auditory journey through some iconic film scores!
From Hans Zimmer’s bombastic score for The Lion King and John Williams’ epic soundtrack for Star Wars, these selections will make your heart swell with emotion. Whether it’s Danny Elfman’s playful themes from Beetlejuice or the soulful tunes of La La Land, each track has its own unique charm. Even if you’re not familiar with all of the films, there’s no denying the power of their soundtracks.
No matter what kind of music gets your toes tapping, our list has something for everyone. You’ll find yourself humming along as we take a look at our favorite movie soundtracks – guaranteed to bring back memories and create new ones alike!
Best Music Scores Of All Time
Music is an integral part of any movie. It helps to set the tone and mood, build suspense, and even heighten emotion. Without a great soundtrack, many movies would not be as successful or memorable. Here are some of the best music scores of all time that have become iconic in their own right.
John Williams’ score for Star Wars (1977) has come to represent epic space battles with its masterful use of horns and strings combined with percussion to create a thrilling backdrop for Luke Skywalker’s adventures in a galaxy far away. The theme song has been covered by countless orchestras around the world making it one of the most recognizable songs ever composed.
Hans Zimmer’s work on Gladiator (2000) created stirring background music that perfectly complemented Maximus Decimus Meridius’s quest for revenge against Commodus in ancient Rome. His powerful combination of drums and strings captured the intensity of battle scenes while also conveying emotion through softer pieces like ‘Now We Are Free’.
Ennio Morricone’s compositions for The Good, The Bad and The Ugly (1966) made this spaghetti western classic unforgettable thanks to its signature whistling tune and rousing trumpet melodies – adding tension during gunfights, drama during tense moments, and melancholy when needed. All these elements came together to make this timeless soundtrack something special indeed.
Iconic Film Soundtracks
Not only have some of the most iconic music scores been composed, but there are also many movie soundtracks that have become classics in their own right. From classic rock anthems to modern pop hits, here is a list of our top 11 movie soundtracks.
The Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) soundtrack was full of retro tunes from the 70s and 80s with songs like ‘Hooked On A Feeling’ by Blue Swede, ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’ by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell, and ‘I Want You Back’ by The Jackson 5 creating an upbeat backdrop for Peter Quill’s intergalactic adventures.
Frozen (2013) featured both original compositions written by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez as well as covers of traditional Norwegian folk songs such as “Vuelie” sung by Frode Fjellheim. This magical Disney story was made even more enchanting thanks to its unforgettable soundtrack featuring popular tracks like ‘Do You Wanna Build a Snowman?’ and ‘Let It Go’.
Pulp Fiction (1994), directed Quentin Tarantino, has one of the most eclectic collections ever assembled for a film – including surf rock legend Dick Dale’s Misirlou, Chuck Berry’s You Never Can Tell and Dusty Springfield’s Son Of A Preacher Man among many other choices. Each selection perfectly complemented each scene it appeared in and helped elevate this cult classic into cinematic immortality.
Conclusion
To conclude, when it comes to music in film, there’s something special about the way soundtracks can take a movie from good to great. Our list of top 11 movie soundtracks is just a small sample of some of our favorite scores and collections that have made an impact on us over the years. We hope you enjoyed this look back at iconic film soundtracks and will be inspired to revisit some old favorites or discover new ones that spark your interest.
We think it’s important to appreciate how much work goes into creating these musical masterpieces – they really add another layer of emotion and depth to films we enjoy watching. As enjoyable as they are while we watch them, their resonance stays with us long after the credits roll.
Whether you’re listening for nostalgia or discovering something new, there’s no denying the power of a brilliant soundtrack. Movies wouldn’t be quite the same without them!
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