[2026] Iconic musical numbers: from the latest releases to timeless classics!

Me And My GirlTenkai Yūki, Asano Kayo

Perhaps only you understand me. #Yuki Amami #Kayo Asano #Takarazuka Revue #Takarazuka OG #Takarazuka fandom #Me and My Girl #Takarazuka Grand Theater

Set in 1930s London, the musical “Me and My Girl” unfolds a story surrounding an aristocratic heir.

In Japan, it’s widely known through productions by the Takarazuka Revue.

In this number, which develops as a dialogue between Bill and Sally, both male and female vocals shine.

Carried by a lively rhythm, the piece is filled with the beautiful timbre of strings.

It’s a song that colors a romantic scene depicting a man and woman joining hands.

Be sure to listen closely to the lines exchanged between the two as they converse.

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CabaretLiza Minnelli

Cabaret, Liza Minnelli

“Cabaret” is a musical that premiered on Broadway in 1966.

Based on Christopher Isherwood’s novel, it features music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb.

Set in Berlin as Nazi power intensifies, it takes place in the seedy Kit Kat Klub and portrays the romance between Sally, a British chanteuse, and Cliff, an American aspiring writer.

The song is used in the scene where Sally sings “Life is a cabaret, old chum,” resolving to live freely, carefree and unbound by anything.

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HATSUMI

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Circle of LifeElton John

The Lion King – Circle of Life | Musical Awards Gala 2018

It’s no exaggeration to say that “Circle of Life” is one of the most famous songs in musical history.

Mention the opening number of The Lion King and everyone knows what you mean.

In Japan, the Shiki Theatre Company’s production also made major headlines and remains fresh in people’s memories.

While “Circle of Life” is the signature song of The Lion King, it’s surprisingly not widely known that Elton John composed it.

The song was even nominated for a Grammy Award! Knowing this history can make it sound different when you listen to it, can’t it?

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UnderpressureQueen

Under Pressure – Queen – We Will Rock You Musical

We Will Rock You is a musical that makes lavish use of Queen’s legendary hits as numbers throughout the show.

It’s an SF story set in a future where rock no longer exists, following two young protagonists on the run.

The song used in the scene where the two leads meet is Under Pressure, the iconic duet between Freddie Mercury and his close friend David Bowie.

In the musical, you can enjoy it as a male–female duet! It’s so incredibly cool that it’s guaranteed to give you goosebumps.

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Yoimachi Jēn

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ElectricityBIlly Elliot the dancer

Electricity – Billy Elliot The Musical

A stage musical based on the hit film released in Japan under the title “Little Dancer.” Set in northern England, it portrays 11-year-old Billy charging toward his dream of becoming a ballet dancer.

This song is from the scene where, during his audition for a ballet school, the judges ask him, “How do you feel when you dance?” Billy can’t quite express it in words, but his feelings come through directly in the song.

And Billy’s dance after he finishes singing is a must-see!

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