"The Greatest Showman” has proven to be a popular movie at the box office. I reviewed the film back in January, and I believe much of the praise stems from the buoyant and fun soundtrack — which features rousing anthems and power ballads.
“The Greatest Showman” song scribes Benj Pasek and Justin Paul have had their original song “This Is Me” nominated for various awards — including “Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song)” at the 2018 Academy Awards
It isn’t a surprise that musically-inclined fans on YouTube have recorded various tribute videos. It is pretty amazing the production value injected into some of these videos, and the effort that “YouTubers” put in to get views.
So, I’d like to count down my favorite medleys, mashups and musical tributes to “The Greatest Showman.”
5. Anthem Lights: “The Greatest Showman Medley”
If you ever wondered what “The Greatest Showman” soundtrack would feel like if it were performed by a 90s-esque “boy band,” then you need look no further than Anthem Lights medley:
4. Fever Dream Creative: “The Greatest Showman A Cappella Medley”
Fever Dream Creative brings a Pentatonix-like sensibility to their medley. The a cappella vocals and harmonies might not be the most dynamic thing in the world, but it is a refreshing take:
3. Aaron Encinas: “The Greatest Showman Mashup”
The the look and feel of this video plays with darkness and light. The noir-ish vibe creates a dynamic effect. The choreography is a nice touch as well:
2. Lyza Bull: “The Greatest Showman MASHUP by Lyza Bull of OVCC”
Young artist. Lots of dancing. This take on “The Greatest Showman” features terrific choreography (the choreography was actually done by the same group that is behind my No. 1-ranked video). Bull’s vocals might not be the most dynamic (give her time, she’s young), but the video has a light and airy “dance recital” feel to it:
1. BYU Vocal Point & Friends: “The Greatest Showman A Cappella Mashup”
From the costumes to the vocals to the choreography, BYU Vocal Point’s medley/mashup (with help from the BYU Cougarettes and Aeris Aerial Arts) is one of the best on YouTube. Yeah, it might feel like it stepped out of an episode of “Glee,” but it is really well done:
So there you have it. If you are looking for a fun movie that is sweet and sappy, check out “The Greatest Showman” (on blu-ray and DVD). The soundtrack has quickly become one of my favorites. If the videos featured above are any indication, a lot of people share the same sentiment...
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