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Songs from Porco Rosso. Theme song and inserted songs.

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That famous phrase, “A pig that doesn’t fly is just a pig”—haven’t a lot of people tried imitating it?

This article gathers the theme song and insert songs from the 1992 Studio Ghibli film Porco Rosso.

Listening to them, you can’t help but picture a bright red airplane soaring through the sky.

Porco, the protagonist, has this irresistible cool, rugged vibe that contrasts with his fanciful appearance.

If you’ve seen the film before, just hearing the music will make you want to watch it again!

It’s a collection packed with unforgettable classics.

Songs of Porco Rosso. Main theme and insert songs (21–30)

Love at First Sight on the WastelandJoe Hisaishi

Porco Rosso Love at First Sight in the Wilderness Joe Hisaishi

Love at First Sight in the Wilderness by Joe Hisaishi

Love at First Sight on the Wasteland is a comical number.

When Fio Piccolo scolds Donald Curtis, a member of a band of air pirates, Curtis somehow falls in love with her at first sight.

This episode leads to a one-on-one showdown between Porco and Curtis.

Though he appears as a heel, the song brims with the charm of Curtis—a lovable rogue who’s hard to dislike.

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Savoy of the sea of cloudsJoe Hisaishi

This is a track included on the image album.

“Savoia” refers to the seaplane flown by the protagonist, Porco Rosso—the Savoia S.

21 prototype fighter seaplane.

Please listen while picturing Porco Rosso flying through a sea of clouds.

Don’t you feel as if you’re leisurely slipping between the clouds at an unhurried pace, taking a pleasant stroll through the sky? It seems like it would feel amazing to listen to on a nice sunny day’s drive.

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Songs of Porco Rosso. Theme and insert songs (31–40)

The blue sky of the Adriatic SeaJoe Hisaishi

[Duet] Blue Sky of the Adriatic Sea (Joe Hisaishi) / Keio Classical Guitar Club

Joe Hisaishi Blue Sky of the Adriatic Sea

“The Blue Sky of the Adriatic Sea” is a track included on the image album.

It’s a dramatic and refreshing piece that evokes a vast blue sky stretching over the beautiful Adriatic Sea.

Listening to it may feel cleansing—like taking a deep breath on a gorgeous beach.

The video features a jazzy piano arrangement, which is lovely as well.

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double haseJoe Hisaishi

Dabohaze Porco Rosso Joe Hisaishi Crimson Pig / The Soaring Crimson Pig Hero Dabohaze-go

Junk Hisashi Joe Hisaishi

Among the characters in this work that are truly unforgettable are the bearded sky pirates, the Mama Aiuto gang.

Their comedic vibe really enlivened the film.

The flying boat they ride is the “Dabohaze,” and its massive body captivated many aviation fans.

Its theme song brilliantly captures the Mama Aiuto gang’s comic nature.

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Great DepressionJoe Hisaishi

Included on the “Porco Rosso Image Album.” This track evokes the Great Depression—a historical event from the early 1900s, the era in which the film is set.

It’s a thrilling number designed to instill unease in the listener, with a relentless, cornered feeling.

Since many pieces on the image album conjure the Adriatic Sea of Italy and clear blue skies, this one stands out as an unusual work.

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Adriano's WindowJoe Hisaishi

Porco Rosso – Adriano’s Window (orchestra cover)

Joe Hisaishi - The Window of Adriano

This piece is included on the “Porco Rosso Image Album.” “Adriano’s Window” is a track we hope you’ll listen to as if you were gazing at the Adriatic Sea through the window of Gina’s café.

Sunlight pours over the calm sea, and the surface shimmers.

In the sky, a flying boat and a single contrail.

It’s characterized by a beautiful melody and sound that, when you listen, fills you with a gentle feeling.

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Porco e BellaJoe Hisaishi

Porco and Bella (Porco Rosso) ~ from GHIBLISM: Studio Ghibli Medley

Joe Hisaishi: Porco e Bella

In the final part of the story, the piece playing in the background when Fio kisses Porco is “Porco e Bella.” Thanks to its beautiful melody, it’s often used at weddings and is one of the most popular tracks from the music in Porco Rosso.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to carefully while reflecting on the various human relationships portrayed throughout the film.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced the theme song and insert songs from Porco Rosso.

They’re all tracks that bring back memorable scenes, and I bet many of you are thinking, “I want to watch the movie again…” For men especially, experiencing Porco’s manly spirit when you’re feeling down might give you a boost! Enjoy both the visuals and the music to the fullest!