Alan Menken’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2025]

Enchanted SuiteAlan Menken22rank/position

Enchanted Suite

This is a song without lyrics, so I thought it would be good as background music.

The melody is refreshing, so it might be nice to play it while the guests are chatting or when the ceremony has settled down a bit.

It has a lovely atmosphere and is an easy listen without feeling intrusive.

Escape RouteAlan Menken23rank/position

Escape Route (From “Tangled”/Score)

A track distinguished by its beautiful melody and powerful orchestration.

It’s a tense piece that colors the scene in the film Tangled where the protagonists flee their pursuers.

Composed by Alan Menken, it drew attention from the time of the film’s 2010 release.

The rapid, dramatic development of the music is striking, gripping the audience’s hearts.

Though it has no lyrics, it immerses you in its world and lets you savor the excitement of adventure.

Ever Ever AfterAlan Menken24rank/position

Enchanted Soundtrack – Ever Ever After [HQ]

Created for the Disney film Enchanted, this song celebrates the importance of holding on to dreams and hope.

Carrie Underwood’s vocals resonate over a melody that blends pop and country elements.

Released in November 2007, the track was used over the film’s end credits, and a music video was also produced.

Set in New York City, the video’s striking visuals combine animation and live action.

It’s perfect as wedding background music, and it would be a lovely gift to bless the bride and groom.

The lyrics, filled with hope for a happy future, are sure to heighten anticipation for the couple’s new life together.

Flynn WantedAlan Menken25rank/position

Flynn Wanted (From “Tangled”/Score)

This plays during the scene where Flynn Rider, a thief, is fleeing after stealing the royal tiara.

It becomes an important moment where he meets Maximus, the horse who is among the soldiers chasing him.

After a funny sequence where a man and a horse desperately tussle over the tiara, he arrives at the tower where Rapunzel lives.

Friend Like MeAlan Menken26rank/position

Friend Like Me (Live-Action Aladdin)

While silky melodies reminiscent of smooth jazz may seem like the trumpet’s main allure, that’s not all there is.

Swing jazz is also a great genre for appreciating the instrument’s charm.

“Friend Like Me,” which appears in the Disney film Aladdin, is arranged as a musical-style swing jazz number.

The powerful orchestra and Koichi Yamadera’s vocals in the role of Genie are a perfect match.

Go The DistanceAlan Menken27rank/position

Go The Distance – Hercules Soundtrack | One Voice Children’s Choir Cover (Official Music Video)

“Go The Distance” is the theme song beloved from Disney’s film Hercules.

It’s a piece by Michael Bolton, who has produced many classic ballads.

Set to a gentle melody, it portrays the protagonist swelling with hope for the future.

The tempo is quite slow and steady, making it relatively easy to sing.

By the way, if you want to know the lyrics’ content, you can check a Japanese translated version as well.

Happy EndingAlan Menken28rank/position

Happy Ending (score) – The Little Mermaid OST

This piece is used in the final scene of the hugely popular Disney film, The Little Mermaid.

Even without lyrics, the orchestral instruments draw you right into Disney’s magical world.

It’s a wonderfully arranged piece and makes the perfect background music, bringing to mind the scene where Ariel and Eric have the wedding everyone dreams of.