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

And I Am Telling You I’m Not GoingDreamgirls

And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going

A song from the Broadway musical that depicts the journey of The Dreams, a group of young women from Chicago, Illinois, as they become superstars.

It also drew attention when it was adapted into a film in 2006 featuring Beyoncé.

It’s a powerful number that will make you want to give a standing ovation.

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bandwagonFred Astaire

«The Band Wagon» trailer

With Fred Astaire’s flowing dances, gangsters passing by love scenes, scenes that enchant and make you laugh… it’s packed with everything—literally, that’s entertainment.

It feels like all the delights of musicals gathered into one.

Aladdin — A Whole New WorldAlan Menken

Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle – A Whole New World

A gem of a ballad that captures, through music, the dreamlike experience of soaring freely across a vast night sky on a magic carpet.

The majestic melodies woven by Alan Menken—renowned as a creator of Disney music—shine like stars in the night, beautifully resonating in the heart.

Released in 1992 as the theme song for a Disney film, the piece won both an Academy Award and a Grammy Award, and it is also featured in the musical of the same name.

Its grand worldview—overflowing with the exhilaration of a heart set free from constraints and the spirit of adventure toward a new world—makes it perfect for moments when you want to indulge in romance or connect deeply with someone special.

If I Loved YouJoshua Henry · Jessie Mueller

If I Loved You

This is a song from the Broadway musical Carousel by composer Richard Rodgers and lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II, the duo affectionately known as Rodgers & Hammerstein.

In Japanese it’s known as “Kaiten Mokuba” (“Merry-Go-Round”).

It’s a famous work also performed by Takarazuka, so many of you may have heard this song before! It’s one of the masterpieces that supported the golden age of Broadway musicals.

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MariaLarry Kert · Original Broadway Cast · Stephen Sondheim · Leonard Bernstein

Maria

West Side Story, the Broadway musical that premiered in 1957, tells the story of a forbidden love swaying between two groups that are at odds over everything.

In “Maria,” Tony, having learned that the girl he has fallen in love with is named Maria, sings as he dreamily repeats her name over and over.

It’s a song that conveys Tony’s single-minded devotion.

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For The DreamersRoger Bart

Roger Bart – For The Dreamers (From Back to the Future: The Musical) [Official Music Video]

Born from the musical Back to the Future, this song delivers a moving story that celebrates people who chase their dreams.

Sung by American actor and singer Roger Bart, it appears on the original cast album released in March 2022.

Bart’s distinctive vocal style, in his role as Dr.

Emmett Brown, resonates deeply with listeners.

Its message honoring the courage and determination of dreamers not only appeals to fans of the film, but also encourages anyone striving toward their own goals.

It’s the perfect track for when you’re feeling down or want a boost to keep going.

…Baby One More Time [Broadway Version]Lorna Courtney

“…Baby One More Time” – & Juliet Original Broadway Cast Recording

The Broadway musical & Juliet, which sparked buzz as a fresh reinterpretation of Romeo and Juliet, features a number performed by leading actress Lorna Courtney—it’s a Broadway-style arrangement of one of Britney Spears’s signature hits.

Since its October 2022 opening, the show has drawn attention for its innovative staging and music.

American-born Lorna made her professional debut at 15 and has appeared in productions like Dear Evan Hansen and West Side Story.

Her performance in this show earned her a Tony Award nomination and widespread acclaim.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone who wants to enjoy a fusion of pop music and Broadway.