Summary

• Gnomeo & Juliet is a Disney film that cleverly uses Elton John's songs to add nostalgic charm and enhance themes of love and conflict.
• The soundtrack is carefully chosen to complement specific scenes, from upbeat numbers for playful moments to soulful melodies for emotional scenes.
• The Gnomeo & Juliet soundtrack is as much a character in the movie as the gnomes themselves, providing a bridge between the classic tale and its animated adaptation.

Gnomeo & Juliet, a delightful and whimsical animated film, offers a fresh, garden-centric twist on Shakespeare's timeless tragedy, Romeo and Juliet, with significant help from the Gnomeo & Juliet soundtrack. The 2011 movie captures the hearts of both young and old audiences through its unique portrayal of star-crossed lovers, here represented as garden gnomes from rival families. What sets Gnomeo & Juliet apart, aside from its vibrant animation, is its exceptional soundtrack, which plays a pivotal role in narrating the story and enhancing the emotional depth of the film. The soundtrack is a harmonious blend of various genres, predominantly featuring the legendary music of Sir Elton John.

Gnomeo & Juliet is a Disney movie that makes great use of John's songs, which not only add a layer of nostalgic charm but also resonate with the film's themes of love, conflict, and reconciliation. Each track is carefully chosen to complement the specific scenes. The music acts as a bridge between the classic tale and its modern, animated adaptation, making it accessible and enjoyable for a contemporary audience. From upbeat numbers that add a playful touch to the gnomes' adventures to soulful melodies underscoring the poignant moments of love and loss, the Gnomeo & Juliet soundtrack is as much a character in the movie as the gnomes themselves.

Here's Every Song In Gnomeo & Juliet, in the order they appear on the Gnomeo & Juliet original soundtrack.

• "Hello Hello" by Elton John
• "Crocodile Rock" by Elton John and Nelly Furtado
• "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" by Elton John
• "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Elton John and Kiki Dee
• "Love Builds A Garden" by Elton John
• "Your Song" by Elton John
• "Rocket Man (I Think It's Gonna Be A Long Long Time)" by Elton John
• "Tiny Dancer" by Elton John
• "Bennie and the Jets" by Elton John
• "Gnomeo and Juliet" by James Newton Howard and Chris Bacon
• "Dandelions" by James Newton Howard and Chris Bacon
• "Bennie and the Bunnies" by James Newton Howard and Chris Bacon
• "Terrafirminator" by James Newton Howard and Chris Bacon
• "The Tiki Tiki Tiki Room" by Fulton Burley, The Mellomen, Thurl Ravenscroft, and Wally Boag

When Every Song On The Gnomeo & Juliet Soundtrack Plays In The Movie

"Hello Hello" - A duet performed by Elton John and Lady Gaga, "Hello Hello" is the whimsical and romantic ballad of the Gnomeo & Juliet soundtrack that scores the movie's romantic tale between the titular characters. This song plays as the gnomes are playfully fighting over a flower on top of a greenhouse. The song also plays over the movie's credits.

"Crocodile Rock" - Played during a fun and carefree moment at the very end of the movie, "Crocodile Rock" brings a sense of joy and finality to the film. This song is featured when the gnome characters are seen enjoying a festive gathering, dancing and celebrating together, ending with Gnomeo and Juliet riding off on a lawnmower together.

"Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" - This classic Elton John hit plays during a lively and action-packed lawn mower race between the Montague and Capulet gnomes. The energetic and upbeat rhythm of "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" perfectly captures the competitive spirit and the high-octane excitement of the scene.

"Don't Go Breaking My Heart" - A quintessential duet that captures the essence of budding romance, this song is featured when Gnomeo and Juliet first realize their deepening affection for each other and prepare to meet. The song plays as Gnomeo brushes his teeth and showers, while Juliet puts on her make-up, symbolizing the innocent and heartwarming nature of their love.

"Love Builds a Garden" - A poignant and beautifully composed song, "Love Builds a Garden" is used during a surprisingly emotional scene where a flamingo reflects on love, loss, and the power of memory. The flamingo recalls a time when he was in love but his partner was taken away from him when their owners divorced.

"Your Song" - The timeless ballad is sung during one of the most tender and romantic yet strange moments in Gnomeo and Juliet. Paris sings the song to Nanette, a garden frog, as the two also have something of a forbidden love. It's during this part of the Gnomeo & Juliet soundtrack when the movie breaks the fourth wall, as it briefly cuts to Paris dressed as Elton John.

"Bennie and the Jets" - "Bennie and the Jets" serves as an energetic soundtrack to the gnomes' action-packed escapades. The Elton John classic is cleverly incorporated into a scene where Juliet shows off her lawnmower riding skills to Gnomeo. The song's distinctive rhythm adds an element of excitement to the adrenaline-fuelled scene.

"The Tiki Tiki Tiki Room" - When Gnomeo accidentally activates Juliet's grotto, speakers play the upbeat "The Tiki Tiki Tiki Room."

"Terrafirminator" - This dramatic and intense metal piece accompanies a scene involving the Terrafirminator, a large and over-the-top lawn mower. A gnome watches a commercial for the Terrafirminator, a lawn mower with a red flame paint job, with glee as the song soundtracks the ad.

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The Gnomeo & Juliet soundtrack also features Elton John's classics "Rocket Man" and "Tiny Dancer," but they don't appear in the movie.

Where To Listen To The Gnomeo & Juliet Soundtrack

The Gnomeo & Juliet soundtrack is available to listen to on Spotify and Apple Music. The soundtrack features every song from the movie, including James Newton Howard and Chris Bacon's score. The tracklist also features songs that aren't in the 2011 movie.

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