Top 10 - The most popular soundtrack songs (movies and melodies)

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Guantanamera - performed by Alberto Cortez, Pete Seeger & Joan Baez

Alberto Cortez, Guantanamera Lyrics: Jose Marti, Cuban national poet and hero of Cuba's struggle for independence from Spain (Cuba being supported at that time by the United States) Composer (original version): Joseíto Fernández The Guantanamera tune is famous for several reasons : Rich History: Its origins date back to the 19th century as a Cuban folk song with a rich history and a variety of versions. 
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Whitney Houston - I Will Always Love You

Whitney Houston - I Will Always Love You, the theme of the movie "The Bodyguard", with Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner. The song "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston appeared in the following films: 1. Bodyguard (1992): This version of the song was released especially for the film and became a global hit, winning numerous awards. 
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Movies that include the Ray Charles song - Hit the road, Jack!

Ray Charles' iconic song "Hit the Road Jack" has been featured in various movies and TV shows, adding a unique touch to their soundtracks. Here are some notable cases: 1. "The Fisher King" (1991): This film used the song, contributing to its memorable soundtrack. 2. "Cha Cha Real Smooth" (2022): In this movie, the song plays when Andrew asks his mom to meet him in the car, then turns to talk to Bella in the parking lot. 3. "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" (2017): 
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Money makes the world go around - Liza Minelli

Money - Liza Minelli, Joel Gray from the movie Cabaret (1972), directed by Bob Fosse It is one of the most used songs in movies and series. Its history begins in 1969. The song "Money" by Liza Minelli appeared in the following films: 1969: Cabaret (Original Soundtrack) 1972: The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean (Original Soundtrack) 1975: Funny Lady (Original Soundtrack ) 1982: Victor/Victoria (Original Soundtrack) 1984: The Muppets Take Manhattan (cameo, performing the song) 1992: My Cousin Vinny (Soundtrack) 1994: Pret-a-Porter (Soundtrack) 1995: 
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GIanna Nannini & Edoardo Bennato - Un estate italiana

Gianna Nannini et Edoardo Bennato - Un'estate italiana The official theme of the world football championship Italy '90 Gianna Nannini - Un'Estate Italiana Uploaded by Mr_sche The melody "Un'estate italiana" appeared in several films, the most notable being: Mediterraneo (1991): An Italian comedy-drama film directed by Gabriele Salvatores, where the song is used as the main theme. The film tells the story of a group of Italian soldiers who are sent to a remote Greek island during World War II. Opens in new window www.imdb.com Mediterraneo (1991) movie poster Under the Tuscan Sun (2003): An American romantic comedy film directed by Audrey Wells, based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Frances Mayes. The film tells the story of Frances, a divorced American writer who buys a villa in Tuscany, Italy and rediscovers her life. Under the Tuscan Sun (2003) movie poster Opens in a fe
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Gary Jules and Michael Andrews - Mad World


Gary Jules and Michael Andrews - Mad World. Composer: Roland Orzbal From the soundtrack of the movie Donnie Darko (theme). The Gary Jules & Michael Andrews version was released in 2001 alongside the film. The original song "Mad World" was released by Tears for Fears in 1982 and had a completely different instrumentation (metal). One of the most used movie songs "Mad World" performed by Gary Jules and Michael Andrews has appeared in the soundtrack of several films, the most notable of which are: 1. Donnie Darko (2001) This psychological science fiction film included song in the final scene, contributing significantly to the film's emotional impact. Gary Jules' version has become closely associated with Donnie Darko and is considered by many to be one of the best songs from a film soundtrack. 2. Donnie Darko: Director's Cut (2004) The extended version of the film also includes the song "Mad World". 3. The Butterfly E
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see also: original and other versions of Mad Word and their use in movies

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Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive

Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
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Ingrid - You promised me / Tu es futu


First and foremost "Tu m'a promis" is a French song belonging to the artist Julien Clerc. The song was released in 1982 and quickly became a hit, not only in France but also in several other countries. The lyrics were written by Etienne Roda-Gil, and the music was composed by Julien Clerc himself. The song tells the story of a man reminiscing about a past love named Ingrid, "a liar" who didn't keep her promises. Julien Clerc's wistful tone and emotional delivery resonated with many listeners, contributing to the track's success. In terms of its international success, "Tu m'a promis" was particularly popular in Quebec, Canada, where it topped the charts. It has also had a significant impact in other Francophone regions and communities around the world. In terms of film appearances, "You Promised Me" has appeared in several films. A notable example is the 2004 French film Les Choristes (The Brake), directed by Chri
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La Habanera (Carmen de Bizet) - and list of movies where La Habanera is on the soundtrack

The song is one of the most used on movie soundtracks. It has benefited from multiple interpretations in each generation, also benefiting from the fact that the opera "Carmen" by Bizet is almost permanently in the repertoire of opera and operetta theaters. In pop music interpretations, it has been performed by a variety of artists, including Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo, Angela Gheorghiu and Beyoncé. La Habanera appeared in several films, including: 1930s Films: La Habanera (1937) : A German romantic film directed

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Sarah Brightman - Hijo de la Luna

The song Hijo de la Luna, written by José María Cano and originally performed by the Spanish band Mecano, appears in the soundtrack of the following films: Luna Papa, a 1999 film directed by Bakhtyar Khudojnazarov, about a pregnant young Central Asian woman searching for her father her child. The Devil's Backbone, a 2001 film directed by Guillermo del Toro, about an orphanage haunted by a ghost during the Spanish Civil War. The Sea Inside, a 2004 film directed by Alejandro Amenábar, about the life