[2026] Relive those iconic moments… Recommended theme songs and insert songs from Western films
Masterpiece and hit songs used in tie-ins tend to stick in our memories as snapshots from each of our lives.
Among them, movie theme songs are somehow special—just hearing them can instantly bring back memories of going to see the film and its unforgettable scenes.
In this article, we’re bringing you a comprehensive roundup of classic songs that were featured as theme songs or insert tracks in foreign films—tunes that are sure to resonate with your memories.
From timeless classics to recent hits, you’ll find plenty of instantly recognizable songs across eras and genres.
Enjoy!
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[2026] Relive Those Iconic Moments... Recommended Theme and Insert Songs from Foreign Films (51–60)
The Summer KnowsJohnny Mathis
This song is the theme of the 1971 American film ‘Summer of ’42,’ which has an atmosphere reminiscent of Italian or French cinema.
The composer of this piece, Michel Legrand, created many other beautiful film scores.
Incidentally, the film’s story centers on a boy in the throes of adolescence who becomes infatuated with a young widow, and follows the experiences of boys at that turbulent age.
Lady MarmaladeChristina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, Mya, Pink
“Lady Marmalade” is the tie-in song for the American musical film Moulin Rouge, which is also a love story starring Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman.
This collaboration by four divas won a Grammy Award that year.
Mr. Blue SkyElectric Light Orchestra
The song is incredibly poppy, but in the film it plays over an intense battle scene, and that contrast really gets you.
It was used as the opening theme for the superhero movie Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.
2, and it’s a track by the British rock band Electric Light Orchestra.
It’s included on their 1977 album Out of the Blue.
Taken at face value it’s a catchy tune, but the lyrics, which evoke a relationship between light and darkness, give it a sense of shadow and depth.
SunflowerPost Malone, Swae Lee
It’s a mellow, smash-hit song from 2018 by Post Malone and Swae Lee.
Using the sunflower as a motif, it tenderly sings about feelings for a loved one—a heartwarming love song that was also chosen as the theme for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
While the track has a dreamy, pop vibe, it effectively weaves in hip-hop elements as well.
It topped the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified 18x Platinum by the RIAA, underscoring its immense popularity.
The warm melody, which seems to gently envelop the listener, is perfect for moments when you want to calm your mind or just relax.
[2026] Relive Those Iconic Moments… Recommended Western Movie Theme Songs and Insert Songs (61–70)
kokomoThe Beach Boys
The Beach Boys’ “Kokomo,” a song that makes everyone yearn for California, was used in the Tom Cruise film Cocktail.
Their tracks—emblematic of the ’60s—are often chosen for movies set in California or for tropical surfing scenes.
Yet despite singing so passionately about the ocean, lead vocalist Brian Wilson reportedly not only can’t surf—he can’t even swim.
And although he wrote perfect driving songs, he didn’t even have a driver’s license; he was, by all accounts, a decidedly indoor type of musician.
LuminanceHara Marihiko feat. Iguchi Satoru (King Gnu)
A sound world where tranquility and passion coexist—it’s breathtakingly beautiful.
This ballad pairs Kyoto-based musician Marihiko Hara with King Gnu vocalist Satoru Iguchi.
It was newly written as the theme song for the film “National Treasure,” released in June 2025, which became a record-breaking hit with box-office revenues exceeding 17.3 billion yen.
Over a minimalist tapestry woven from piano and electronic textures, the song traces a soul’s journey toward liberation from pain and fear.
Iguchi’s delicate yet soaring vocals impart a celebratory radiance befitting the film’s grand finale.
Also included on the album “National Treasure: Original Soundtrack,” this piece is perfect for revisiting the film’s moving afterglow whenever you wish to immerse yourself in it again.
Flashdance What A FeelingIrene Cara
Flashdance, the 1983 film famous for its intense dance sequences.
Its theme song, “Flashdance… What a Feeling,” is well known, but in fact, it was the music video’s success that ignited the film’s popularity.
Spurred by this promotional approach, more films began releasing music videos in advance to drive audience interest.
It’s a historic work that not only produced a hit song but also propelled the movie itself to success.
