[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!

Playlist

[2026] Relive those iconic moments… Recommended theme songs and insert songs from Western films
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa		A heartwarming classic in memory of Paul Walker
2	Lose YourselfEminem		An autobiographical song by Eminem about his determination to succeed
3	I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith		Worldwide popularity with the Armageddon theme song
4	Shape of My heartSting		The pure love between a hitman named Leon and a young girl
5	Try EverythingShakira		An inspiring song that gives you the courage to chase your dreams
6	My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion		Titanic, a moving film with iconic scenes
7	You’ve Got a Friend in MeRandy Newman		Disney/Pixar's iconic songs resonate with the heart.
8	HappyPharrell Williams		A masterpiece that makes you feel happy—a global hit song
9	Young and BeautifulLana Del Rey		A love as fleeting as the stars, a melancholic beauty
10	Hold My HandLady Gaga		Lady Gaga's song from Top Gun is moving hearts
11	IrisGoo Goo Dolls		The Goo Goo Dolls’ classic, a love story
12	Let It GoIdina Menzel		An inspiring theme song that sings of self-liberation
13	I See FireEd Sheeran		Ed Sheeran’s moving song that depicts the world of the movie
14	You Could Be MineGuns N’ Roses		Hard rock classics conquer the world alongside the film.
15	The Godfather WaltzThe Godfather		The Godfather’s melancholic theme
16	Circle of LifeElton John		The African sunrise and the song of life resonate in the heart.
17	This Is MeThe Greatest Showman Cast		The hit song from “The Greatest Showman”
18	Earned ItThe Weeknd		Award-winning weekend R&B love song
19	Endless LoveDiana Ross & Lionel Richie		The allure and emotion of legendary duet masterpieces
20	No Time To DieBillie Eilish		Theme song of a spy movie, a moving ballad
21	Stand By MeBen E. King		The appeal of the world-famous song 'Stand By Me'
22	Empire State of MindAlicia Keys ft. Jay-Z		A smash-hit drama set in New York
23	The Sound of SilenceSimon&Garfunkel		The coming-of-age film The Graduate and Simon & Garfunkel
24	Another Day Of SunLa La Land		The famous song from the musical film La La Land
25	Stayin’ AliveBee Gees		A famous song that became a big hit in a disco movie
26	Danger ZoneKenny Loggins		Hit songs from 1980s American movies
27	Hawaiian Roller Coaster RideIam Tongi and the Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus		From Hawaii: the moving song from Lilo & Stitch
28	Hail Holy QueenSister Act		A singer on the run from a gang transforms a choir
29	Shy GuyDiana King		Will Smith makes a big breakthrough with 'Bad Boys'
30	End Of The RoadBoyz II Men		A 90s R&B hit song that sings about the pain of parting
31	Unchained MelodyRighteous Brothers		The famous song that became well-known from “Ghost.”
32	Born To Be WildSteppenwolf		Freedom and rebellion, painted with Harley and rock
33	Good LifeKehlani & G-Eazy		The Allure of Car Action Films and the Fusion of Music
34	That’s LifeFrank Sinatra		The iconic song from Joker, singing of life’s suffering and hope
35	Who Let the Dogs OutBaha Men		The relationship between the film about the Las Vegas foursome and the famous song
36	LuminanceHara Marihiko feat. Iguchi Satoru (King Gnu)		The epic theme song of the film “National Treasure”: a sonic journey that heals the heart
37	He’s a PirateKlaus Badelt		Pirate-movie star Depp and his signature songs
38	Wind Beneath My WingsBette Midler		The theme song of a film about love and friendship became a major hit.
39	change the worldEric Clapton		The Grammy Award–winning classic “Change the World”
40	Eye of the TigerSurvivor		“Eye of the Tiger” is a famous song from a movie.
41	Oh, Pretty WomanRoy Orbison		Made her acting debut in Pretty Woman
42	Up Where We BelongJoe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes		A coming-of-age drama about a Navy pilot cadet
43	My Favorite ThingsJulie Andrews		A famous song from The Sound of Music
44	PortalsAlan Silvestri		A blockbuster film featuring a massive gathering of superheroes
45	Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall		KT Tunstall’s uplifting hit song
46	Carry OnKygo, Rita Ora		Pikachu's first Hollywood movie released
47	Streets of PhiladelphiaBruce Springsteen		A masterpiece depicting prejudice against AIDS and homosexuality
48	Joyful JoyfulSister Act 2		A moving work in which 'Ode to Joy' shines in film
49	Singin’ in the RainGene Kelly		The iconic scene from Singin' in the Rain: the rain-soaked dance
50	Bohemian RhapsodyQueen		Queen’s classic song, a masterpiece that gained renewed attention through the movie
51	Moon RiverAudrey Hepburn		Moon River is a classic song from a film.
52	SkyfallAdele		Bond film theme song, Academy Award-winning
53	MiserlouDick Dale & His Del-tones		Pulp Fiction: The Allure of a Masterpiece
54	As Time Goes ByFrank Sinatra		A wartime classic starring Bogart and Bergman
55	Lady MarmaladeChristina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, Mya, Pink		The hit song from “Moulin Rouge”
56	Pump ItThe Black Eyed Peas		The Black Eyed Peas’ classic song “Pump It”
57	SheElvis Costello		A man and a woman from different worlds fall in love in London
58	WarEdwin Starr		Stars deliver a powerful performance of the anti-war song “War,” earning widespread praise.
59	Neverending StoryLimahl		Theme song of the movie “The NeverEnding Story”
60	Angel Pt. 1NLE Choppa, Kodak Black, Jimin of BTS, JVKE, & Muni Long		The much-talked-about song from “Fast & Furious”
61	A Whole New WorldMena Massoud, Naomi Scott		The famous song from the Disney movie Aladdin
62	Can’t Stop the Feeling!Justin Timberlake		Let's dance to the upbeat songs from the movie Trolls
63	I’m Kissing youDes’ree		The famous song from the Romeo and Juliet movie
64	CoolWest Side Story		A classic musical film based on Shakespeare
65	kokomoThe Beach Boys		A musician who’s not good at surfing and their longing for the sea
66	Flashdance What A FeelingIrene Cara		Revolutionizing movie attendance with the Flashdance music video
67	The Summer KnowsJohnny Mathis		The beautiful theme song of the film 'The Summer of '42'
68	Cavalleria rusticanaPietro Mascagni		A tragic interlude, a heart-stealing masterpiece.
69	Augustus GloopDanny Elfman		Depicting the adventures of children in a chocolate factory
70	Un Homme Et Une FemmePierre Barouh, Nicole Croisille		The memorable theme song of 'A Man and a Woman'
71	Mr. Blue SkyElectric Light Orchestra		Movies where upbeat pop songs fit the battle scenes
72	When You Wish Upon A StarJiminy Cricket		A wish upon a star, a classic song sung by crickets
73	Georgia On My MindRay Charles		Biographical film story of Ray Charles
74	The Power Of LoveHuey Lewis & The News		A powerful love anthem that perfectly matched the film
75	I’ll Never Love AgainLady Gaga, Bradley Cooper		Lady Gaga’s moving songs and romantic movies
76	Barbie World (with Aqua)Nicki Minaj & Ice Spice		Nikki and Ice’s innovative collaboration track
77	Cucurrucucu PalomaCaetano Veloso		The moving song featured in the film 'Talk to Her'
78	FootlooseKenny Loggins		An iconic song of exhilarating 80s dance music
79	The EndThe Doors		Apocalypse Now, the horrors of the Vietnam War
80	Soul Bossa NovaQuincy Jones		The theme song of a goofy movie is a hit.
81	SunflowerPost Malone, Swae Lee		Post Malone’s smash hit “Sunflower”
82	Over The RainbowJudy Garland		A song of dreams and hope beyond the rainbow
83	May It BeEnya		Enya’s beautiful voice and film music
84	Born SlippyUnderworld		The iconic theme song from Trainspotting
85	RehabAmy Winehouse		Documentary film about Amy Winehouse
86	Single LadiesBeyoncé		I was moved by the movie “Sex and the City.”
87	Deborah’s theme songEnnio Morricone		A famous piece by the Italian composer Morricone
88	Everybody’s Talkin’Harry Edward		The theme song of the film Midnight Cowboy
89	Will You Be ThereMichael Jackson		Michael Jackson’s hit song wins a film award.
90	velvet goldmineDavid Bowie		David Bowie and 80s glam rock
91	Love LoveTake That		Songs of X-MEN, music tied in with the movie
92	The Way We WereBarbra Streisand		A love story about a university student before the war
93	Turn The Beat AroundGloria Estefan		Specialist theme song, sung by Gloria
94	La BambaLos Lobos		La Bamba, performed by Los Lobos
95	HOMEDavid Byrne & Brian Eno		A film about the subprime crisis and hope for the future
96	Calling youJevetta Steele		A story of love and reunion at the Baghdad Café
97	LovefoolThe Cardigans		Memorable music from Shakespeare films
98	Rock Your BabyGeorge McCrae		A charming Latin-style disco song
99	Start A FireJohn Legend		A moving piece where diverse genres intertwine
100	Steal The ShowLauv		Theme song of a Pixar film, Lauv’s moving track
101	(Everything I Do) I Do It For YouBryan Adams		A love song—an inspiring, bittersweet classic
102	Independent Women, Pt. IDestiny’s Child		The R&B idol’s movie theme song is a big hit
103	HALLOWEENJohn Carpenter		The eerie theme song from the horror film “Halloween.”
104	Purple RainPrince		Prince’s masterpiece “Purple Rain”
105	Hedwig’s ThemeJohn Williams		Harry Potter's moving main theme song
106	Main Title Terminator 2 ThemeBrad Fiedel		Terminator, the legendary sci-fi movie theme
107	I’m not in love10cc		The 10cc classic from the movie “Indecent Proposal.”
108	TurandotGiacomo Puccini		Famous opera pieces used in movies
109	I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston		A famous song that became globally renowned with Whitney’s version.
110	Betty Blue SoundtrackGabriel Yared		Gabriel Yared, a master of film music
111	The Addams FamilyAndrew Gold		The original film of Netflix’s “Wednesday”
112	Wild ThingX		Charlie Sheen film “Major League”
113	It Must Have Been LoveRoxette		The famous song from the movie “Pretty Woman.”
114	The FabelmansJohn Williams		An autobiographical film by Spielberg, co-created with John Williams
115	Redemption SongBob Marley		Moved by Bob Marley's song in the movie 'I Am Legend'
116	Main Title Star WarsJohn Williams		Moved by the Star Wars main theme
117	Born Slippy NuxxUnderworld		Iconic songs that colored our youth alongside ’90s techno and films
118	Color of the windVanessa Williams		Grammy Award for the theme song of “Pocahontas”
119	The Blower’s DaughterDamien Rice		A song from an adult romance film starring Portman
120	StayLisa Loeb		The 1990s American generational coming-of-age ensemble film “Reality Bites”
121	Plastic HeartNostalghia		Introduction to the film score from a Keanu-starring movie
122	Love Me Like You DoEllie Goulding		Ellie Goulding’s power ballad
123	AtlasColdplay		Expressing the beautiful world of film music
124	Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill MeU2		U2’s Batman movie theme song, an impressive piece of music
125	How Far I’ll GoAuli’i Cravalho		An inspiring classic that portrays the protagonist’s growth and challenges
126	Breath Of LifeFlorence & The Machine		Epic music expresses the film’s worldview.
127	All The StarsKendrick Lamar & SZA		The powerful theme song of the movie “Black Panther”
128	AngelSarah McLachlan		Sarah McLachlan’s soul-stirring song
129	Shazam! Fury of the Gods（Main Title Theme）Christophe Beck		The music in superhero movies is captivating.
130	Till You’re HomeRita Wilson, Sebastián Yatra		A moving film starring Tom Hanks, with a wonderful theme song.
131	How Deep Is Your LoveBee Gees		The iconic song from Saturday Night Fever
132	Same MistakeJames Blunt		A wife lives positively encouraged by her late husband's letters
133	CaliforniaPhantom Planet		The teen theme song of the high school drama 'The O'.
134	Kiss MeSixpence None The Richer		A quintessentially 90s love song that is sweet and heartrending
135	ShallowLady Gaga, Bradley Cooper		The moving theme song of the film 'A Star Is Born'
136	The StoryNorah Jones		A masterpiece where film music envelops the heart
137	Into the WestAnnie Lennox		A moving main theme song for a movie ending
138	There You’ll BeFaith Hill		Theme song of the movie “Pearl Harbor”
139	DreamgirlsDreamgirls		Hit songs and awards from the Supremes' movies
140	BGGINMadocon		The background of the famous song used in the movie trailer
141	All for LoveBryan Adams, Rod Stewart & Sting		Theme songs for movies: famous tracks by three stars from the '80s