[Film Music] Theme songs from Western movies: those unforgettable classics and popular tunes

Putting aside silent films and the like, one of the elements essential to movies is, of course, music.

Many film fans would probably say that the brilliance of the scores that play during iconic scenes becomes part of their memories and stays with them.

So in this article, we’ve gathered a selection of great pieces centered on main themes from foreign films that have colored the history of cinema!

Rather than theme songs by singers or bands, we focus on main themes composed by the film’s score composers.

We’ve included many famous works across eras and genres, making this an article that both movie lovers and music fans can enjoy.

Playlist

[Film Music] Theme songs from Western movies: those unforgettable classics and popular tunes
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Danger ZoneKenny Loggins		An energetic classic that depicts danger and challenge
2	The Raiders MarchJohn Williams		The valiant theme song of Indiana Jones
3	You’ve Got a Friend in MeRandy Newman		A heartwarming song that portrays the friendship of toys
4	I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith		A classic song that sings of deep love for someone special, the theme song of a film
5	Back To The FutureAlan Silvestri		The pinnacle of time-travel movies: Back to the Future
6	My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion		The iconic love song from the movie Titanic
7	Young and BeautifulLana Del Rey		A moving song that sings of the fleeting nature of beauty and youth
8	He’s a Pirate / He Is the PirateHans Zimmer		The famous theme song from Pirates of the Caribbean
9	Lose YourselfEminem		Eminem’s signature song that depicts the challenge of pursuing a dream and achieving success
10	Main TitleJohn Williams		The Star Wars theme is a famous piece loved around the world.
11	Eye Of The TigerSurvivor		Survivor’s “I Got Fight” becomes a big hit
12	Gonna Fly NowBill Conti		Symbol of strength Stallone, moving in 'Rocky'
13	Main Title (Theme From ‘Jaws’)John Williams		The famous horror theme from a shark movie
14	Profondo RossoGoblin		Italian rock band, popular for film music
15	The Magnificent SevenElmer Bernstein		A Western film featuring seven gunslingers
16	Bohemian RhapsodyQueen		Queen’s legendary classic “Bohemian Rhapsody”
17	Halloween Theme – Main TitleJohn Carpenter		The pioneering splatter film “Halloween”
18	Hedwig’s ThemeJohn Williams		John Williams’s Magical Melody
19	Main Title (I Had A Farm In Africa)John Barry		A moving work by a woman captivated by Africa
20	PreludeBernard Herrmann		Recommended points of the horror film Psycho
21	End CreditsJohn Williams		Emotional end theme from the film “Jurassic Park”
22	Let It GoIdina Menzel		An inspiring song about the courage to accept yourself
23	Chariots Of FireVangelis		An inspiring film depicting a real-life runner
24	The Raiders MarchJohn Williams		The famous theme song from Indiana Jones
25	ShallowLady Gaga, Bradley Cooper		A song of love and truth painted by a deep singing voice
26	Merry Christmas Mr. LawrenceSakamoto Ryuichi		A masterpiece in which the musical elements of the East and the West are splendidly fused…
27	Main TitleMax Steiner		The masterpiece Gone with the Wind depicts social issues.
28	This Title Makes Me JurassicMichael Giacchino		Epic music brimming with tension, the opening of the story
29	Main TitleBrad Fiedel		Terminator 2: the machines’ battle and moving drama
30	Main ThemeMaurice Jarre		Arab war film depicting the exploits of Lawrence
31	Theme From ShaftIsaac Hayes		The cool, heavy theme song of Shaft
32	Dino SpectacleAlexandre Desplat		Depicting the mystery of dinosaurs and the grandeur of life
33	The Lost WorldJohn Williams		A wild film score that paints a dinosaur island
34	Theme From Jurassic ParkJohn Williams		The grand music of dinosaur films stirs the emotions.
35	James Bond ThemeMonty Norman		The famous theme song of the 007 series, Bond’s theme
36	Welcome to Jurassic WorldMichael Giacchino		The memorable music from the movie Jurassic Park
37	Main ThemeJerry Goldsmith		The iconic sci-fi films Star Wars and Trek
38	The Dinosaur Fly-ByDon Davis		Music of a grand adventure, where the emotions come alive again
39	The FabelmansJohn Williams		An autobiographical film by Spielberg, co-created with John Williams
40	The Good, The Bad And The UglyEnnio Morricone		The Tale of Three Gunmen and a Classic Song
41	Around The WorldFilm Studio Orchestra		The elegant melody woven by the grand orchestra is the film…
42	Love Me Like You DoEllie Goulding		Ellie Goulding’s power ballad
43	Shape of My HeartSting		A timeless masterpiece by Sting that touches the heart
44	Moonlight SerenadeGuren Mirā Ōkesutora		The elegant timbre unique to a big band, and its distinctive...
45	Breath Of LifeFlorence & The Machine		Epic music expresses the film’s worldview.
46	Into the WestAnnie Lennox		A moving main theme song for a movie ending
47	You Could Be MineGuns N’ Roses		Hard rock classics conquer the world alongside the film.
48	The StoryNorah Jones		A masterpiece where film music envelops the heart
49	LaendlerIrwin Kostal		Austrian waltzes color the heart of the film
50	Start A FireJohn Legend		A moving piece where diverse genres intertwine
51	Hide And SeekImogen Heap		A moving song woven by vocals and acoustics
52	Main TitleDanny Elfman		Tim Burton × Johnny Depp’s first collaboration: “Edward Scissorhands”
53	La Valse d’AmélieYann Tiersen		Amélie’s wistful accordion music
54	AtlasColdplay		A moving ballad that portrays the cosmos and bonds
55	AngelSarah McLachlan		Sarah McLachlan’s soul-stirring song
56	Around the World in 80 DaysVictor Young Orchestra (Vikutā Yangu)		The captivating sonic world of the orchestra
57	Theme From SupermanJohn Williams		The Superman movie music is a masterpiece.
58	Vertigo (theme)Bernard Herrmann		The suspense film Vertigo is a masterpiece.
59	Main TitleJames Horner		Historical film about the Wars of Scottish Independence
60	GénériqueMiles Davis		The jazz classic from the film “Scaffold of Death”
61	Betrayal (Sorcerer Theme)Tangerine Dream		The film 'The Wages of Fear' and Tangerine Dream
62	The Untouchables ThemeEnnio Morricone		Music and standout performances in Al Capone movies
63	TimeHans Zimmer		The Appeal of the Music and Film of 'Inception'
64	The Pink Panther ThemeHenry Mancini		The Pink Panther theme song is famous.
65	Main TitleNino Rota		Nino Rota, the composer of the iconic score for The Godfather
66	Hand Covers BruiseTrent Reznor, Atticus Ross		The music from the biographical film about Facebook’s founder.
67	Deborah’s ThemeEnnio Morricone		Morricone’s moving film music
68	Why So Serious?Hans Zimmer		The Dark Knight’s iconic track, with an intense, suspenseful tone
69	The Bridge of Khazad DumHoward Shore		An epic battle and moving tale surrounding the ring
70	Shazam! Fury of the Gods（Main Title Theme）Christophe Beck		The music in superhero movies is captivating.