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

Another Day Of SunLa La Land

Another Day Of Sun

This song was used in the opening of the 2016 musical film La La Land.

With singing, dancing, and a variety of other performances, it’s a very captivating opening.

While the tune is very bright and exciting, the lyrics carry a sense of emptiness.

It’s a song that conveys both the difficulty of chasing dreams and the determination to keep trying anyway.

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Rose’s TurnJule Styne／Stephen Sondheim.

Rose’s Turn-Gypsy-Ethel Merman

The climactic showstopper of the musical Gypsy is a masterpiece where profound lyrics and a deeply emotional melody blend to perfection.

Created by two of 20th-century America’s foremost talents, Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim, this moving number has continued to stir audiences’ hearts since its 1959 Broadway premiere.

The song is a soliloquy in which the protagonist, Rose, reexamines her life and desires, and it is renowned as a quintessential “11 o’clock number” in musical theater history.

From Ethel Merman to Bette Midler, and with Audra McDonald set to take on the role in December 2024, many powerhouse actresses have shone in this iconic scene.

It is highly recommended for anyone who wants to empathize with a heart wavering between dreams and reality, or to experience the profound depth of musical theater.

Tell Me, ErnestJulia Mattison／Noel Carey

Death Becomes Her: “Tell Me, Ernest” Sneak Peek

Here’s the buzzy new work lighting up the lavish world of Broadway musicals: Death Becomes Her by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey.

Its songs capture the love-triangle drama at the heart of the show with humor and bite, blending catchy melodies with clever lyrical interplay.

Themes of vanity and the obsession with eternal youth prompt audiences to reflect.

Opening at Broadway’s Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in November 2024, the production has sparked major buzz on social media platforms like TikTok and has been nominated for multiple awards, including the 2025 Drama League Awards.

It’s a must-hear for anyone who loves witty music and dark comedy—and for fans of the film, too.

Popular

Show Clip – Wicked – “Popular” – Original Cast

This is the song “Popular” from the musical Wicked.

Its humor-filled lyrics delight listeners.

With its cute melody, it’s a tune that makes your heart dance.

It’s memorable for the way a girl lightly sings about how to become popular.

There’s No Business Like Show BusinessIRVING BERLIN

There’s No Business Like Show Business

When it comes to iconic songs that shine as a towering presence in the world of musicals, there’s a gem crafted by quintessential American composer Irving Berlin! It’s a powerful number that captures both the allure and the hardships of show business, featured in the 1946 Broadway musical Annie Get Your Gun starring Ethel Merman.

The lively melody woven by brass and percussion brilliantly conveys the glamour of the stage and never fails to captivate listeners.

A film of the same name was made in 1954, featuring a star-studded cast including Marilyn Monroe.

Best known in Ethel Merman’s rendition, the song has been covered by numerous artists such as Bing Crosby and Liza Minnelli.

It’s the perfect track for those who dream of show business or want to recharge with a heart-pounding melody!