Masterpieces of film music: from Hollywood classics to Japanese cinema
“I’ve heard it somewhere but can’t remember!” “I forgot the song title or the artist’s name!” A special feature of famous film music for those in exactly that situation!
From themes of blockbuster films to the latest buzzworthy hits.
We’ve carefully selected a wide range—from nostalgic classics to fairly recent works!
In the first half, we’ll focus mainly on relatively new pieces; in the second half, we’ll introduce popular tracks, including hall-of-fame classics.
We hope you find the one song you’ve been looking for!
Please enjoy!
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- Theme and insert songs from Japanese films. Masterpieces and popular tracks of Japanese movie music.
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- Most popular songs from the Pirates of the Caribbean series
- [90s Western Films] Theme Songs & Insert Songs: Nostalgic Classics
- A compilation of film music played on the piano / that I want to play on the piano
- Main Themes and Theme Songs Throughout the Harry Potter Series
- The theme song of a romantic film that gives you a heart-fluttering, moving feeling.
- Popular songs from the Fast & Furious series
- Star Wars Music: All-Time Theme Songs and Popular BGM [2026]
- Theme and insert songs from dramas and films that color the story
Masterpieces of Film Music: From Hollywood Classics to Japanese Cinema (11–20)
SkyfallAdele
Adele wrote the lyrics for the theme song of Skyfall, the 23rd installment in the timeless classic 007 film series.
Many fans were surely thrilled to hear her sing for this famous movie.
Even many artists have called it the greatest theme song in James Bond history.
Adele’s vocal prowess and the world she creates are truly breathtaking.
I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston
The ultimate love story starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, The Bodyguard.
So many women were moved to tears, weren’t they? But it wasn’t just the film’s success that made this song a global hit.
The world was captivated—undeniably—by her incredible voice.
It makes me think there may be no artist who could surpass her at that time.
Mission Impossible ThemeDanny Elfman
It’s the main theme from the spy film Mission: Impossible.
The composer is Lalo Schifrin, who also worked on the music for Dirty Harry.
Once you hear it, it sticks in your head.
It’s full of an unbroken sense of tension and driving momentum.
Beyond the flashy surface, it also conveys the dangerous aura of espionage.
GhostBusters ThemeRay Parker Jr.
Ghostbusters, the movie that became a massive hit in 1984.
Everyone was captivated by its outrageous story about busting ghosts.
And this song, which perfectly matches the story and the Busters’ characters, became hugely popular with its memorable bass line and catchy chant, reaching No.
1 across the U.S.
The moment this song starts playing, you just want to shout in unison, “Ghostbusters!”
I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith
Released in 1998, it moved audiences around the world.
Aerosmith performed the theme song, which also became a massive hit! For them, this track marked their first No.
1 on the U.S.
singles chart.
That’s how strong an impression the song made.
It’s a story America loves—saving the Earth—but there’s no other way to put it: Tyler’s voice fit this theme perfectly.
May It BeEnya
This is the theme song from The Lord of the Rings, released in 2001.
It’s a perfect match for the story—an adventure fantasy in which nine chosen members of the Fellowship battle the forces of darkness.
Or rather, isn’t it that Enya fits seamlessly into this vast, mysterious world so far removed from our reality? The film is a masterpiece that will go down in history; I highly recommend watching it.
Masterpieces of Film Music: From Hollywood Classics to Japanese Cinema (21–30)
Born SlippyUnderworld
This one song was used so memorably in the final scene of the 1996 film Trainspotting, starring Ewan McGregor.
Since its release, it has been a track that symbolizes the world of Trainspotting, captivating countless young people to this day.
Listening to it is a sure way to make you want to meet Renton and the others again—an unforgettable classic.
