A Whole New World (Aladdin's Theme)
"A Whole New World" captured the heart of Disney's 1992 animated feature Aladdin, with Brad Kane and Lea Salonga providing the film's vocal magic. The song became an instant standard, winning the Academy Award and Golden Globe, emerging from Alan Menken's soaring melody and Tim Rice's romantic lyrics. Salonga's crystal-clear soprano floats above Kane's warm tenor in this signature ballad of romantic wonder, her voice layered with orchestral grandeur befitting a magic carpet ride. The production sparkles with Hollywood craftsmanship—lush strings, Middle Eastern instrumental touches, and cinematic sweep that perfectly complements the animated visuals. While this is musical theater and soundtrack territory rather than jazz or classical pursuits, the song's melodic gift and vocal performances ensure its appeal extends well beyond children. An essential piece of 1990s pop culture and proof that Menken remains one of musical theater's greatest melodists.
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Item Details+
| Genre | Pop, Children's, Stage & Screen |
| Style | Soundtrack Theme Ballad Vocal |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Label | Walt Disney Records |
| Year | 1993 |
| Country | Japan |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
- Genre:
- Pop, Children's, Stage & Screen
- Style:
- Soundtrack, Theme, Ballad, Vocal
- Label:
- Walt Disney Records
- Country:
- Japan
- Year:
- 18 Jun 1993
- 1. A Whole New World (From Aladdin's Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
- 2. Friend Like Me
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