Alan Menken’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

A Whole New WorldAlan Menken1rank/position

Aladdin ~ A Whole New World (Japanese Version)

A duet from the 1992 Disney film Aladdin.

As they soar through the sky on a magic carpet, a door opens to a new world full of freedom and hope—an exhilarating love song that truly moves the heart.

Its sweeping melody and dreamy orchestration beautifully express a longing for unseen vistas and the bond between the two.

It’s perfect for scenes that call for a romantic touch at Halloween, or for moments at the end of a party when you want to share your dreams.

Beauty and the BeastAlan Menken2rank/position

Beauty and the Beast (From “Beauty and the Beast”)

An emotional ballad that plays during the dance scene where Belle and the Beast come to understand each other in the animated classic Beauty and the Beast.

It expresses the discovery of inner beauty over outward appearance and the blossoming of love with a warm, enveloping melody.

Produced as the theme song for the film released in 1991, it won Best Original Song at the 64th Academy Awards in 1992.

In addition to the version sung by Mrs.

Potts in the film, the pop rendition by Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson is beloved around the world.

Its gentle, elegant melody is perfect for a relaxing evening or when you’re in a romantic mood.

A Whole New WorldAlan Menken3rank/position

[Acoustic Guitar & Piano] Tried arranging and performing “Merry-Go-Round of Life” and “A Whole New World” (short ver.)

It’s the grand love ballad that colors the scene in Disney’s Aladdin where the protagonists ride a magic carpet through the night sky.

The song portrays the exhilaration of stepping into an unknown world and the joy of forging the future with someone special.

While its sweeping imagery might seem daunting, it actually pairs beautifully with the gentle tones of piano and guitar! If the two instruments converse as they weave the melody, you can capture the original’s romantic atmosphere in a session to the fullest.

Under the SeaAlan Menken4rank/position

Autumn Sports Day: Ume Class (4-year-olds) Performance “Under the Sea”

With its pleasant calypso rhythm, this song is brimming with the joys of the ocean world.

Featured in Disney’s 1989 animated feature film, it was cheerfully performed by the little mermaid’s crab friend and went on to win both an Academy Award and a Grammy.

The version covered by miwa in 2017 for the Sokenbicha commercial also leaves a strong impression with its bright, lighthearted feel.

Its melody is perfect for school sports day dance time, and the 2/4 rhythm naturally brings smiles as children can’t help but sway along.

Lively and fun for everyone to dance to, this energetic piece is sure to liven up any sports day.

Aladdin: A Whole New WorldAlan Menken5rank/position

Recommended for beginners: Piano duet “A Whole New World” from the movie Aladdin / PuriNto Sheet Music / Disney Duet

A dreamily beautiful piano duet that colors one of Disney Animation’s most iconic scenes.

Its melody conjures the enchanting image of lovers freely soaring beneath a starry sky, expressed in a way that closely mirrors their feelings.

This work portrays the spirit of adventure and pure love of setting off on a magic carpet to discover a whole new world, and by June 1993 it had become a major hit in Japan alone, selling over 120,000 copies.

It also achieved the remarkable feat of winning both a Grammy Award and an Academy Award.

Performed as a piano duet with perfectly synchronized breathing and touch, it offers a wonderful time for teachers and students, parents and children, or friends to inspire one another.

Door to FreedomAlan Menken6rank/position

Rapunzel on the Tower: The Door to Freedom

This song, in which Rapunzel sings of her longing for the outside world in Disney’s 2010 film Tangled, was composed by Alan Menken.

It’s featured in the park as well, including in the Tokyo Disneyland show Dreaming Up!, and has also been performed in Disney on Classic.

Resonating with anyone who yearns for dreams and freedom, it’s a perfect track for a lively Halloween party where you enjoy dressing up with friends.

Part of Your WorldAlan Menken7rank/position

Disney – The Little Mermaid – Part of Your World (cover)

Composed by Alan Menken, this piece expresses the feelings of Ariel, the protagonist of the Disney animated film The Little Mermaid.

It weaves together the longing of a mermaid who yearns for the human world with a beautiful melody that deeply resonates with listeners.

Written in a Broadway musical style, it was sung by Jodi Benson, who voices Ariel.

While the original song is captivating and well worth listening to, performing it on the piano brings out the piece’s enchanting atmosphere even more.

It’s also recommended for anyone who relates to the desire for a new world or the search for one’s place.