Songs that feel like Zootopia (2016)
A bright-eyed underdog chases a big-city dream, then uncovers the prejudice and paranoia hiding under the glossy surface, and finds hope in an unlikely partnership.
- Try Everything by Shakira: The film's own anthem of failing, getting up and trying again, which is Judy Hopps in a nutshell.
- CAN'T STOP THE FEELING! (from DreamWorks Animation's "TROLLS") by Justin Timberlake: Pure sunny, bouncy joy matching the film's bright, busy city energy.
- Uptown Funk (feat. Bruno Mars) by Mark Ronson: Brassy, cocky swagger that fits Nick Wilde's smooth hustler charm.
- Firework by Katy Perry: An underdog anthem about believing you're more than what others see.
- Brave by Sara Bareilles: Says what you mean and push past other people's limits, just like Judy.
- Good as Hell by Lizzo: Confident, empowering energy for a small bunny who won't be told what she can't be.
- Shut Up and Dance by Walk The Moon: Giddy, urgent pop for two mismatched people thrown together in a city night.
- Valerie by Amy Winehouse: Retro-soul bounce with a cheeky streak, echoing Nick's wry side.
- Dog Days Are Over by Florence + The Machine: A rush of release and hope after hardship, like the film's triumphant finale.
- Stand By Me by Ben E. King: A timeless song about loyalty and trust between unlikely partners.
