The hit movie musical ‘Wicked’ has an iconic soundtrack full of incredible vocals and difficult songs. Fans worldwide love the music, some more than others. Here are the Wicked Part 1 songs ranked.
- No One Mourns the Wicked
The Wicked opening number could not have been a stronger start. The incredible instrumentals starting off the song combined with the powerful vocals at the end make this a masterpiece.
- Defying Gravity
A close second, the closing song of Wicked’s first act showcases the singers’ extensive abilities. Cynthia Erivo truly shines in this piece with her stunning voice and technical precision. Defying Gravity is a favorite for many.
- What is This Feeling
The iconic duet between Wicked’s main characters is a lively number that features creative choreography. The Wicked movie portrays this upbeat song extremely well, and this version.
- The Wizard and I
An underrated song, The Wizard and I has amazing part writing and incredible vocals. The song beautifully displays the character’s desires and
- Popular
This snappy number has tons of character from Galinda and lots of sassy lines. Ariana Grande nailed this song with her artistry, and it’s both fun to listen to and watch.
- Dancing Through Life
Fiyero had his moment with this song, captivating numerous audiences. The choreography in this production was unmatched and showcased the talent of everyone involved.
- One Short Day
The introduction to the Emerald City was fabulous and a total vibe. The catchy song was full of fun from the choreography to the iconic cameos.
- I’m Not That Girl
This piece displays deep emotion and depth in the characters with gorgeous vocals. The movie depicted this scene beautifully.
- Dear Old Shiz
The barbershop nature of this track is satisfying with the layers of harmonies. This number is a nice short and sweet introduction to the magical Shiz.
- A Sentimental Man
The jazzy style of this song is very fun to listen to, and Jeff Goldblum plays the Wizard so well. But it doesn’t have the same wow factor as the rest of the soundtrack.
- Something Bad
This song has simple phrases, but lacks the intensity and impressive vocals of other songs.
