There is no good series or film without excellent musical accompaniment. In each memorable movie, we always highlight the music that sounds in it.
Music in the film is, of course, not the main thing, everything matters: the plot, the cast, but without a soundtrack, a masterpiece does not appear. Music resembles a cherry, which is the decoration of the cake.
In this collection you can learn about the cool soundtracks that have become the hallmark of the film.
List
- 10. I Will Always Love You (Bodyguard, 1992)
- 9. Ghostbusters (Ghostbusters, 1984)
- 8. You never can tell (Pulp Fiction, 1994)
- 7. The X-Files (The X-Files, 1993-2018)
- 6. My Heart Will Go On (Titanic, 1997)
- 5. Speak Softly Love (The Godfather, 1972)
- 4. Streets Of Philadelphia (Philadelphia, 1993)
- 3. Time of my Life (Dirty Dancing, 1987)
- 2. Unchained Melody (Ghost, 1990)
- 1. Lux Aeterna (Requiem for a Dream, 2000)
10. I Will Always Love You (Bodyguard, 1992)
Many believe that the song was written specifically for the film, but this is not so. I Will Always Love You - a single by American country singer Dolly Parton. It was released in 1974 via RCA Records.
Dolly received several awards with her composition, but after she was heard in the film "The Bodyguard", the track gained great popularity. It is interesting that before that, for 10 years, the song was the accompaniment of another film. In the film "The Bodyguard," the song is performed by American singer Whitney Houston.
9. Ghostbusters (Ghostbusters, 1984)
Fantastic film about ghosts like many. Even after a while, remembering this film, I just want to shout: “Ghostbusters!” And for this wonderful soundtrack we can say thanks to composer Elmer Bernstein.
A very funny song that lifts the mood, it fits perfectly into the film, and the events taking place in the movie are immediately remembered. It was recorded in 1984 by Ray-Parker Jr. specifically for the ghost film.
After the release of science fiction on the screens of “Ghostbusters”, the song began to be a huge success. She immediately took the first places in the charts in different countries. And today almost everyone knows her and sings.
8. You never can tell (Pulp Fiction, 1994)
Probably everyone at least once watched "Pulp Fiction" - a film about two bandits in trouble. To set the appropriate mood, each ingenious film should begin with a suitable composition.
You never can tell (translated as “you never predict”) was written in 1960 by an American rock musician who was in prison while serving his sentence.
In 1964, the single was released and brought the musician popularity. But after the film “Pulp Fiction” was released on the screens where Thurman and Travolta dance to a twist, the masterpiece became even more popular.
7. The X-Files (The X-Files, 1993-2018)
Probably, this composition is always associated in humans with UFOs, the Illuminati and the supernatural. The music was written by Mark Snow (American composer, author of soundtracks).
In addition to this popular track, he applied his work to other series, for example, “Smallville Secrets”, “Ghost Talking”, “Twilight Zone”, “Secrets from the Other World”, “Millennium”.
But his most famous work is the music of the science fiction series The X-Files. In each series, the soundtrack took at least 38 minutes.
6. My Heart Will Go On (Titanic, 1997)
The soundtrack of the world's best-selling book, which has conquered millions, translates as "My heart will not stop beating." The author of the music is James Horner, and the words are written by Will Jenningson.
The song was performed by Canadian singer Celine Dion. The song was released on the Dion album in 1997, and topped the charts around the world.
The song became one of the most popular in the history of music, and in 1998 it became the best-selling in the world. From the voice of Celine Dion, performing this song, goosebumps do not stop appearing to this day.
5. Speak Softly Love (The Godfather, 1972)
The authors of the song Speak Softly Love are Larry Cusick and Nino Rota. Larry Cusick wrote the words, and Nino Rota wrote the music. The composition was first performed in the movie The Godfather, it was performed in an instrumental style, but the music became most popular after it was performed by Andy Williams.
Those who hear this soundtrack cannot remain indifferent ... the song affects the heart, soul, and a huge number of people listen to it to this day.
It is very difficult to create a special composition that the audience will remember ... It’s not enough to have the composer's ingenious abilities, it requires a gift. What is interesting: in the film, the song was performed by El Martino, who played musician Johnny Fontaine.
4. Streets Of Philadelphia (Philadelphia, 1993)
An interesting film that everyone who has not seen it should watch. He tells the story of two heroes who differ in orientation, color and social status, but they are united by one thing - the desire for justice.
The song Streets Of Philadelphia was written by American rock musician Bruce Springsteen for the film Philadelphia, which became one of the first AIDS mainstream films.
In 1994, she was released as a single, and became a hit in many countries. The song has won many awards, including an Oscar in the Best and Original Movie Song category.
3. Time of my Life (Dirty Dancing, 1987)
The song was performed by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warns as the final accompaniment to the film "Dirty Dancing." Since the film became popular, the soundtrack in the United States for the week topped the list of the charts.
"Billboard Hot 100", and 4 weeks was in first place in "Adult contemporary music". The song won the Academy Award for "Best Song for the Movie", a Grammy for Best Vocal Performance, and a Golden Globe for Best Song.
2. Unchained Melody (Ghost, 1990)
The film is about a couple in love with Sam and Molly, who is attacked by a robber in the evening. Sam tries to protect himself and his girlfriend, and, dying, becomes a ghost.
The composition Unchained Melody was originally written for another film, "Flat Chains," by American composers - Hai Zareth and Alex North. The song was performed by various singers: Roy Hamilton, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, etc.
When the song sounded in the movie "Ghost", in 1990 she topped the charts in the UK.
1. Lux Aeterna (Requiem for a Dream, 2000)
Requiem for a dream is a dramatic and sad movie in which not a single character in the film can realize his dream, because the ways to achieve it were very ambiguous.
Lux Aeterna was written by Clint Mansell, the songs were performed by the Kronos Quartet string quartet. Composition is the main theme of the film, the track gained popularity and began to be actively used in pop culture outside the film. However, the trailer for Requiem for a Dream used a different theme - a song called Everloving by musician Moby.