The third (tear jerker!!) installment in Pixar’s Toy Story franchise features, once again, the compositions of Randy Newman. Monsters, Inc.Ĭomposer Randy Newman’s fourth feature film collaboration with Pixar, the soundtrack went on to score both an Academy Award (Newman’s first Oscar) and a Grammy Award for “If I Didn’t Have You,” performed by Crystal and Goodman.īest Track: The lovable “If I Didn’t Have You”, of course! #6: TOY STORY 3 (2010) Viewers traveled to Monstropolis in this major box office success which features the voices of mega-stars John Goodman and Billy Crystal. Wall-EĪward-winning American composer Thomas Newman (cousin of Randy Newman) collaborated with English singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel to create three compositions for the film that landed them two Grammy Awards.īest Track: “Down To Earth,” performed by Peter Gabriel and the inspirational African group Soweto Gospel Choir. Perhaps a little quirky, musically speaking, WALL-E is a departure from the other soundtracks you’ll find on our list. Impressively, it became the first Pixar soundtrack to ever achieve Gold certification, and then it went Platinum, too!īest Track: The Grammy-award winning “Our Town” written by Randy Newman and performed by James Taylor #8: WALL-E (2008)
It was recognized by the Grammy Awards and went on to win Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media. Most of the songs on this vocal-track-heavy album are originals specifically written for the movie. Featured artists include Rascal Flatts, James Taylor, Brad Paisley, and Sheryl Crow. This soundtrack is a fantastic compilation of some of the music industry’s biggest heavy hitters. With a score performed by the renowned London Symphony Orchestra, the film went on to win the Academy Award, the Golden Globe, and the BAFTA Award for Best Animated Feature Film.īest Track: The inspiring “Touch The Sky” #9: CARS (2006) Leading Hollywood composer (and Scotsman) Patrick Doyle tapped into his roots to compose a seemingly authentic soundtrack for the tale of an archery-skilled Princess who relies on her bravery to save her mother. With over 20 Pixar Soundtracks from which to choose, we’re breaking down our picks for the TOP 10 Pixar Soundtracks (and the best track on each). The names Randy Newman and Michael Giacchino may not roll of the tongue like Tom Hanks and Billy Crystal, but they (and many others) are the masterminds behind some of the biggest soundtracks of our lives. In addition to stunning animation, though, nothing quite sets the scene better than an engaging musical score. (We’re looking at you, Toy Story franchise!) ©Disney What happens when we combine the creatives at Pixar Animation Studios with the innovative Imagineers at Disney? We get everlasting blockbusters full of heart that stay with us for the rest of our lives. The Top 10 Pixar Soundtracks (And The Best Track On Each)
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