Top 10 Catchiest Disney Songs

“One Hundred and One Dalmatians” (1961)
Roger Radcliffe sure knows how to write one heck of a tune – and about a terrifying villain, at that! Not only does his musical creation let us know that we should be very afraid of Cruella before we formally meet her, it’s also wildly memorable. Granted, “Cruella De Vil” is relatively short. But that doesn’t even matter, because it manages to work so much into its melody and lyrics, giving us a concentrated, snappy jazz masterpiece. It’s no wonder it becomes a major success by the end of the film – we’re clearly not the only ones who love it!

“Aladdin” (1992)
There are a lot of “Aladdin” songs that stay with us long after they finish playing. “Prince Ali,” for one, is a certified bop. And “A Whole New World” is utterly unforgettable. But “Friend Like Me” takes the catchy cake. For one thing, Robin Williams’ Genie goes above and beyond. We can’t believe the character doesn’t charge Aladdin for this performance – it’s arguably worth a wish or two! Meanwhile, the track itself is also deeply appealing, and the result is a riveting listening experience. With how often we find ourselves singing the show tune simply because the urge strikes us, it really does feel like we have a constant friend in Genie.

“Cinderella” (1950)
Do it with us now: Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo! We don't have to understand what the Fairy Godmother is saying in this novelty tune to walk around imitating her. The ditty’s repetitive and rather nonsensical nature could’ve come off as annoying in a lesser piece. But here, it gives us a true classic. Indeed, it’s practically transcended the movie itself at this point, which is no small feat. We hear it playing as clearly as we see Cinderella’s gorgeous dress transformation in our minds – that’s about as big a compliment as we can give. Hey, the Fairy Godmother said it best: “the thingamabob that does the job is bibbidi-bobbidi-boo”!

“Mulan” (1998)
Let’s get down to business, to find a way to get “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” out of our heads. We’re kidding – why would we (or anyone) ever want to do that?! Plus, we don’t even think it’s possible – there’s no getting around the fact that it’s an addictive number. Even if you put the captivating training montage and the irony on display given Mulan’s gender aside, Li Shang is giving us poppy motivation at its finest. The determined beat, engrossing content, and Donny Osmond’s vocals have us walking around reminding ourselves to be swift as the coursing river on the regular.

“Frozen” (2013)
Our brains will not let this melody or these lyrics go! We can’t even hear the words “let it go” without the ballad coming to mind, which tells you everything you need to know. It marks Elsa’s big moment, where she stops concealing and starts feeling. It goes without saying, but Idina Menzel’s rendition is more than fit for the occasion, entrancing us from start to finish. It hasn’t become a phenomenon in its own right by accident. We also now associate wanting to build a snowman with another aptly titled “Frozen” number. Shout out to this movie for giving us a stellar soundtrack we won’t soon forget.

“A Goofy Movie” (1995)
There’s nothing funny about what an absolute bop “I2I” is. Goofy and Max joining fictional superstar Powerline on stage as he performs is a total treat, and this is the perfect song to underscore the moment. It’s infectious the whole way through, with a chorus that’s impossible to ignore. We can barely resist the urge to get up and channel our own inner Powerline just thinking about it. We definitely could never match what Tevin Campbell brings to the table, but we always have a wonderful time trying as we groove. If we listen to each other's heart, we’ll probably hear “I2I” blasting.

“Beauty and the Beast” (1991)
We can’t deny that Belle and her little town come alive in “Beauty and the Beast’”s opening number. But Lumière, Mrs. Potts, and company have been living – or should we say dining – in our heads rent free ever since we first heard “Be Our Guest.” Howard Ashman and Alan Menken tapped into something special when crafting this one, bringing together a magical melody and enchanting lyrics that effortlessly hook us. Combine that with Jerry Orbach and Angela Lansbury’s magnetic take on the material, and you get a Broadway-style feast that never exits your consciousness. If you’re stressed, it’s “Be Our Guest,” we suggest!

“Encanto” (2021)
It’s difficult to recall a time before “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” entered our lives and became a cultural obsession. The song’s writer and co-producer, Lin-Manuel Miranda, clearly knows how to draw listeners all the way in, and this Latin-infused hit is proof. For a while, the name on everybody’s lips was Bruno – honestly, it still sort of is! It’s easy to see why, since the chart-topping ensemble piece features exciting beats, intriguing verses, multiple perspectives and styles, a chorus that won’t quit, and more. In other words, it’s a major earworm. Of course, it’s not the only catchy track “Encanto” has to offer!

“The Little Mermaid” (1989)
From “Les Poissons” to “Poor Unfortunate Souls,”the musical offerings in this film are endlessly melodic. “Under the Sea” is the prime example of that. Our feet may be on land, but deep down, we’re always cuttin' a rug where life is the bubbles! That’s because Sebastian’s show-stopper is everything. As we know, Ariel ends up doing her own thing, not taking the crab’s pro-sea arguments to heart. Still, we have a hard time believing the track doesn’t stay with her once she’s human – we know it’s had a long-lasting impact on us. Seriously, there are very few days where we don’t find ourselves thinking about (and humming) it.

Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.

The Muses Are on a Roll, & We’re Right There with Them

It Seems We Have Maui to Thank for the Tides, Sun, Sky, & One Heck of a Catchy Number

A Very Necessary & Jazzy Tune

What’s This? A Song That’s Still Stuck in Our Heads?!

Heigh-Ho, It’s Home to Sing This One We Go

“The Lion King” (1994)
There are several tunes from “The Lion King” we’ll never get enough of. “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” and “Be Prepared” are standouts. And our existence wouldn’t be the same without “Circle of Life.” But we have to spotlight “Hakuna Matata.” After all, time has proven that it ain’t no passing craze. Timon and Pumbaa are trying to help young Simba when they start performing the infectious piece. Pretty soon, he’s joining in and ultimately growing up. But they don’t only get Simba on board – we’re jamming and vocalizing along, too! Now, every word has embedded itself into our brains, and the titular philosophy is part of us. No complaints (or worries for the rest of our days) here, though.