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

The Rum Tum TuggerThe Cats

The Rum Tum Tugger | Cats the Musical

The musical Cats is famous for ballads like Memory that are still sung today.

Among them, the song “The Rum Tum Tugger” is a fun number.

Its rock-style vocals and beautiful chorus make it great to listen to and also a lot of fun to sing along with.

Jesus Christ SuperstarJOSH YOUNG

Josh Young – Heaven on Their Minds (Jesus Christ Superstar Broadway Revival 2012)

This is Josh Young, a Tony Award nominee, singing.

His powerful vocals suit this song perfectly.

He may look small, but he seems to command the stage, and it makes me want to hear his other songs, too.

The work is apparently a rock musical depicting Christ.

This song has also become extremely famous.

I won’t grow upPeter Pan

Peter Pan – I Won’t Grow Up

The musical of Disney’s Peter Pan.

Peter Pan takes the children to Neverland.

The children are singing, “We’ll never grow up!” It’s a humorous song that expresses the hearts of children, and the group chorus is powerful.

Bali HaiJuanita Hall

Bali Ha’i – Juanita Hall ‘s own voice – South Pacific

A love story set on an island in the South Pacific during the war.

I used to think “Bali Ha’i” was a word from some local language, but it turns out to be the name of a fictional island.

The song features a calm yet powerful vocal delivery.

It conveys not only the gentleness of the sea but also its fearsome side.

On My OwnKon Natsumi

Les Misérables: On My Own / Natsumi Kon

Les Misérables has been beloved by many since its premiere in 1985.

In Japan, it’s performed every year, isn’t it? When it comes to the most exciting moment in the show, isn’t it the scene where “On My Own” is sung? In Japan, the version sung by Natsumi Kon leaves a particularly strong impression, doesn’t it? I think many people also love the “On My Own” scene from the film adaptation.

Each version has its own unique charm, so it’s fun to compare them and listen.

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Fate of the StarsHamada Megumi, Akutsu Yoichiro

Aida ~ Destiny of the Stars (Written in the Stars) music

Aida is a work that portrays the tragic love between the Egyptian general Radames and Aida, the princess of an enemy nation.

Although it’s a Disney musical, the story and music are actually something I’d recommend to adults.

In particular, the song “The Gods Love Nubia” showcases breathtaking vocal power.

Smooth CriminalMichael Jackson

Thriller Live Brasil – ‘Smooth Criminal’

A musical themed around American singer Michael Jackson.

Michael performed numerous iconic hits.

In this number, his song Thriller is recreated as a live performance.

It’s a captivating piece, pairing vocals with fiery dance.