Top 10 Musical Moments on Bluey

While you’re probably already thinking you’re not sure if this counts, you’re probably also thinking that you don’t care whether it does because it’s just so darn good! That’s how we feel too. And if the extended versions and hour-long loops on YouTube are any indication, we’re not the only ones who love it! Its melody feels perfectly on theme with the comforting, feel-good tone of the show. Not to mention, the brilliance of this opening is that the Heeler family is actually playing a game of musical statues, and their introductions come as they’re eliminated. It’s like we get a mini episode right here in the intro!

There’s a lot to take away from this episode’s take on negative emotional states. We get a few ideas about how we can try to shake off bad moods, including listening to our favorite music. Enter: “The Lollipop Song”. Even if it’s nearly impossible to make out lyrics, it’s such a fun, bubbly pop tune. We see why the kids enjoy it so much. For older fans, there’s something a bit Nyan Cat-esque about it – maybe it’s just the high pitched vocals. Nostalgic or not, one thing’s for sure: it’s impossible to be in a bad mood after listening to this song!

Get kids acquainted with the classics early! Still, it might be worth having the youngins see “The Nutcracker” before this episode of “Bluey” so they can understand the reference too! When Bingo and Bluey get caught up in how much ice cream the other is allowed to take from their cone, they end up in a waltz around town, accompanied by only the finest orchestral piece. There’s drama, there’s emotion, and there’s even a beautiful garden background. Unbeknown to the girls, their ice cream is melting throughout this whole dance, but that’s a conflict for another list.

We’ll be the first to say it: Bandit’s got some moves! Evidence A: those lawnmower dance moves in the intro. Evidence B: his big pastel-tinged number in “Work”. Evidence C: his sweet, romantic duet with Chilli. And, finally, the bulk of this entry and yet another piece of evidence: his irish jig. This one, however, represents more than some groovy fun or an artistic display. It’s his apology to Bingo for having dismissed her and hurt her feelings earlier. It’s also a gesture that brings home these heartwarming words: “I love you, Kid, and I’d do anything for you”.

There are tons of uses of famous classical music in “Bluey” and this is yet another instance. In one of the earliest episodes of the show, “Hospital”, we get a rather horribly on-the-nose picture of many medical systems. When Dr. Bluey and Nurse Bingo put Bandit – or Telemachus – under anesthesia, Bingo gives us a fun rendition of Johannes Brahms “Lullaby”, which puts Telemachus right to sleep. Later on, in the episode “Chickenrat”, we’d get yet another rendition, this one decidedly more funny. We’re not sure we would want to eat a chickenrat egg for breakfast, but to each their own!

This might just be one of the coolest and most visually appealing sequences in the series, and the musical accompaniment is a nice addition to boot. Bluey wants to be a fruit bat, except that it’s bedtime. Her compromise is to try dreaming about being one. The music shift and slight echo to the voices as we transition from reality to dreamland seamlessly is wonderfully ethereal. And then Bluey begins to fly and the instrumental really kicks off. It’s rather reminiscent of David Bowie’s “Ziggy Stardust”, though the “Fruitbat” song seems to be entirely original to the show. Either way, it’s the perfect vibe for the magic that is the subconscious world of dreams.

“Rain” is almost entirely void of dialogue which means there’s lots of room for music to shine. There’s some conflicting information about exactly which songs play and what their titles are but the first seems to be an instrumental of “Rain (Boldly in the Pretend)”. The other is apparently titled “Rainbow”, which is pretty fitting.Details aside, the episode is absolutely stunning. It leans into a small moment where Bluey wants to create a dam in the front yard, in contrast with her mum who’s trying to keep her house clean. It’s beautifully told in tandem with the soft, bright melodies, and the story ends up being a really touching one.

Here’s an animated sequence that’s completely transformed by the score. Holst’s “Jupiter” really makes Bingo and Floppy’s journey through space epic. Largely considered one of the best episodes in the entire series, “Sleepytime” follows Bingo as she tries to get through the night by herself, and wake up in her own bed. It’s masterfully executed, balancing parallels between the real world and Bingo’s dream in a way that’s so full of charm. “Jupiter” is there with Bingo through all the highs and lows of this night and it works phenomenally. The ending always gets us in our feels.

Any time Bingo sings is an absolute treat, mainly because of just how adorable her voice and speech are. We get to hear her carry a tune on a few occasions, often rather randomly. But perhaps no instance is as special as “Poor Little Bug”. The song is recurring enough throughout the episode it becomes obvious that it’s representational in some aspect. When Bingo sings it sadly after being abandoned by Judo and Bluey, the parallels between the titular bug and how Bingo feels at that current moment become palpable. Bluey also mentions that Judo has no one to play with, so the song may be linked to her as well. In any case, the sister-bonding moment where Bluey apologizes might just be one of the best in the whole series.

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

“Ode to Joy”, “Bike”
Nothing Like Some Beethoven to Underscore Perseverance & Triumph

“I Know a Place (The Creek Song)”, “The Creek”
Check Out the Version From the Album With Lyrics!

Shake It Out!, “Musical Statues”
We Go Through a Whole Range of Music Genres in This Scene!

The Runaway Piano, “Magic Xylophone”
An Endearing Moment From the Very First Episode

Calypso’s Song, “Calypso”
This Episode’s Soundtrack Actually Takes Inspiration from “Symphony No. 3”

For a storyline that’s so important, there sure is a lot of dancing. Then again, what is “Bluey” if not a show that balances real, heavy lessons with some dancing? We’re treated to Chilli and Bandit making amends to Bingo after their combined efforts led to Bandit eating Bingo’s last fry. There’s some healthy behavior to take away here, like the importance of parents acknowledging their mistakes and seeking redemption. Even more important are the lessons of holding your ground and also being careful not to trod over the will of others. In the end, this makes for some retribution-dancing, but also a whole lot of fun.

Which Bluey song do you listen to outside of the show? Let us know in the comments.