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

I Wanna Be a ProducerMatthew Broderick

The Producers part 4(I Wanna Be A Producer)

Fallen-from-grace producer Max and accountant Leo scheme to strike it rich by staging a deliberately awful musical.

That’s the premise of the ultimate comedy, The Producers.

It’s so comically over-the-top, no one could possibly dislike the story.

“I Wanna Be a Producer” is a song in which an accountant sings about his dream of Broadway amid the tedium of his everyday life.

Bibbidi-Bobbidi-BooPerry Como

Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo Perry Como

This memorable song from Disney’s Cinderella has a wonderfully classical feel, doesn’t it? It brings back that thrilling scene where the fairy godmother grants Cinderella’s wishes one after another.

No matter how many times I listen, it leaves me in a dreamy state.

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Perfect [Broadway Version]Derek Klena

“Perfect” Original Broadway Cast | Jagged Little Pill

Jagged Little Pill is a Broadway musical themed around the masterpiece Alanis Morissette released in 1995, which sold an astonishing 33 million copies worldwide.

In the musical, the iconic song Perfect—which depicts perfectionism and family expectations—is performed by American actor Derek Klena, capturing the hearts of Broadway fans.

Its lyrics, portraying the feelings of young people struggling under pressure from parents and society, resonate with many.

Klena’s emotionally rich vocals further enhance the song’s appeal.

This work is beloved by many as a heartwarming piece that stays close to those striving to find their own worth.

Mambo

West Side Story – Mambo!

You’ve probably heard the word “Mambo!” at least once, and the famous number “Mambo” from the classic West Side Story is one of its inspirations as well.

This piece, in which the Puerto Rican Sharks dance with fierce energy, is one you should absolutely experience in the theater—not just for the music, but for the dance, too.

Voulez VousMamma Mia

Mamma Mia Musical – Voulez-Vous

A musical that features many songs by ABBA, known for hits like Dancing Queen.

Among the songs in this musical, Voulez-Vous is especially memorable for a scene where a large group of people dance together on stage to its upbeat rhythm.

Get Ready DancingMotown the Musical

Motown_Get Ready Dancing

This is a song that brilliantly reconstructs the quintessential Motown sound as a musical.

It fuses the message of “Get Ready,” which conveys love and allure, with that of “Dancing in the Street,” which brings people around the world together through music and dance.

It was performed in Motown the Musical, which premiered on Broadway in 2013, captivating audiences.

Based on the autobiography of Motown founder Berry Gordy, the work traces the remarkable success of an African American–owned label.

Seamlessly blending elements of soul, funk, and R&B, it reminds us of the universal power of music.

Shall We Dance?Yul Brynner, Patricia Morrison

Shall We Dance? Yul Brynner Patricia Morrison 1971

“The King and I” depicts an exchange sparked by a cultural encounter between the King of Siam and an Englishwoman.

Depending on how you look at it, it can feel condescending toward the East, but as a story set in the 19th century, the king’s tentative yet dignified dancing—never losing his royal bearing—is one of its highlights.