"Happy" (Despicable Me 2)
Music and lyrics by Pharrell Williams
"Happy" is simple, fun and unbelievably catchy. It seems to be stuck in everyone's head right now, including mine. The song is cheerful, perfectly sung and goes along flawlessly with Despicable Me 2. However, I hate this song. I don't know what it is about it, but every time I hear it play, I can't help but immediately cover my ears and scan the room for the closest exit. I have no real criticism for this song, except that it is annoying and I just can't stand it.
"The Moon Song" (Her)
Music by Karen O; lyric by Karen O and Spike Jonze; performed by Karen O
I don't have much to say about "The Moon Song". I haven't seen the movie so I don't understand the context, but I do like it. It's pretty, sweet and simple. I have nothing bad to say except that I hear nothing incredibly special about it.
"Let It Go" (Frozen)
Music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez; performed by Idina Menzel
By now you've probably seen Frozen. But, if you're one of the few, you've certainly heard enough about everything that makes this Disney movie great. If you ask me, what makes this movie the hit that it is is the music, and "Let It Go" is obviously the highlight. The song is beautifully written and has a powerful message that anyone who is ever feeling held back by someone or something should apply to his or her life.
"Ordinary Love" (Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom)
Music by Paul Hewson, Dave Evans, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen — a.k.a. U2; lyrics by Paul Hewson; performed by U2
U2 can do no wrong. There isn't much else to say here.
My pick for the winner? Frozen's "Let It Go". The song is strong, empowering and one that you just can't help but sing along to. And those are reasons enough without even mentioning the insane vocals that Tony Award winning Idina Menzel provides for the ballad. Everything about this song is perfect. But honestly, just as long as "Happy" doesn't win the Oscar, happy is what I will be.
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