[2026] Iconic musical numbers: from the latest releases to timeless classics!
Many of the songs used in musicals are quite famous, and you often hear them in various places—on TV, in commercials, or as background music in videos.
These pieces often include tracks that pump you up or grand, moving numbers that give you chills, touching not only musical fans but a wide range of people.
In this article, we’ll introduce a whole selection of such musical numbers!
We’ve picked broadly from a variety of shows, so you might find a tune you once heard and wondered about, or a song from one of your favorites.
Take this opportunity to give them another listen!
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Sunrise · SunsetMori Shigeru Hisaya
A song from the musical based on Sholem Aleichem’s short story “Tevye the Dairyman,” depicting the lives of Jewish people living in a shtetl under Imperial Russian rule.
The lead role of Tevye was played for many years by Hisaya Morishige, and this song was among those he performed.
Its wistful melody and lyrics make it a heart-wrenching piece.
In conclusion
Songs in musicals give voice to emotions at pivotal moments in the story, moving the hearts of the audience. The pieces we introduced today are exquisite works crafted by talented artists from around the world. Why not surrender yourself to the dramatic developments, poignant lyrics, and beautiful melodies? The magic of the stage awaits you.