All of these songs are pure imagination. Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re ranking all the songs from the 1971, 2005, and 2023 movie adaptations of Roald Dahl’s chocolatey classic.
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00:00 "Cause I've got a golden ticket, I've got a golden ticket, I've got a golden chance to make my way."
00:08 Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're ranking all the songs from the 1971,
00:14 2005, and 2023 movie adaptations of Roald Dahl's chocolatey classic.
00:19 If you haven't seen any of them, some plot points will be discussed, so this is your spoiler warning.
00:24 "Singing this song will improve your moodle."
00:29 Number 20. Wonka's Welcome Song - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
00:35 This marks the moment when the golden ticket holders and their guardians enter the factory gates.
00:40 There's an unexpected shift in the vibe as the guests are greeted by a short animatronic musical number.
00:45 "Willy Wonka, Willy Wonka, the amazing chocolate cheetah.
00:49 Willy Wonka, Willy Wonka, everybody give a cheer."
00:54 Their expressions pretty much say it all.
00:56 It does a fantastic job of setting the stage for the surreal experience that's about to unfold.
01:01 Think almost if the Chucky creators were behind the It's a Small World ride.
01:05 "There's so much generosity, there's no way to contain it.
01:09 To contain it, to contain, to contain, to contain."
01:13 That foreboding welcome probably would have had us backing back out the factory gates.
01:18 The chocolatier decides to skip his grand entrance,
01:21 choosing instead to enjoy the spectacle alongside his guests.
01:24 "The magician and the chocolate wiz, the best darn guy who ever met,
01:29 Willy Wonka, here he is."
01:35 Well, at least someone enjoyed the show.
01:38 Say what you will, Danny Elfman knows how to set a tone.
01:41 Number 19. Cheer Up Charlie - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
01:46 This is the song Charlie's mom sings when he's disappointed about not getting a golden ticket.
01:50 "Cheer up Charlie, give me a smile. What happened to that smile I used to know?"
02:01 It's a heartfelt tune about a mother's unwavering love for her son,
02:07 and her wish to see him happy no matter what.
02:10 While parents in the audience likely shed a few tears over the touching lyrics,
02:13 as kids, this song felt like a bit of a drag.
02:16 "Charlie's lucky day will come along. Till that day you gotta stay in strong."
02:26 Come on, the movie's titled Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
02:31 Did they really expect us to believe Charlie's hopes were truly dashed?
02:34 If anything, this song was like one of those chocolates you take a bite of,
02:38 then pull a face when you realize it's not a mouth-watering caramel.
02:41 Or whatever your favorite is.
02:43 "Just be glad you're you."
02:48 Number 18. Main titles - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
02:57 It really speaks to Elfman and Tim Burton's magic that, without a single word or lyric,
03:02 they can immerse audiences into this wacky universe with both exhilaration and trepidation.
03:08 Interestingly, Elfman and Burton didn't start on the same page for the opening music.
03:20 Elfman envisioned a more dreamlike welcome,
03:23 while Burton wanted to play up the film's vibrancy.
03:26 So they tossed ideas around until they struck the chord that captured the essence of the entire story.
03:31 "The Chocolate Factory"
03:48 Indeed, it does a flawless job of bringing Burton's vision to life.
03:52 However, once the action starts,
03:53 it quickly takes a backseat to the unfolding story and other musical numbers.
03:58 "The Chocolate Factory"
04:09 Number 17. Sorry Noodle - Wonka
04:12 At this point, a despondent Wonka is forced to let go of his chocolatey dreams to save his friends.
04:18 Then, there's this bittersweet farewell to Noodle.
04:21 He knows it's the right thing for her, but it stings.
04:23 "Sorry Noodle"
04:33 Timothee Chalamet pours so much sadness and disappointment into each lyric that
04:37 we practically feel like we're in his shoes.
04:39 "Sorry Noodle"
04:48 The music carries this lingering sorrow and hangs in the air,
04:52 wrapping you up in an emotional atmosphere that really pulls at your heart.
04:55 Sadly, it's all over too quickly.
04:58 Even though it hits you hard in the moment,
05:00 there's just not enough time for the audience to truly soak in that melancholy feeling.
05:04 "Sorry Noodle"
05:21 Number 16. A Hat Full of Dreams - Wonka
05:27 This is almost like an interesting twist on the musical "I Want" song,
05:30 where the thing the singer desires keeps slipping further away.
05:34 "I've got twelve silver sovereigns in my pocket, and a hat full of dreams"
05:43 In the opening scene, Wonka hits town with big dreams and the means to make them happen.
05:49 But fate throws a curveball, and bit by bit, Wonka faces mishaps that lighten his purse.
05:54 Amidst it all, he keeps his optimism, holding onto his sweet hat full of dreams.
05:59 "I've got nothing to offer but my chocolate, and a hat full of dreams"
06:11 It's a lively number that brilliantly introduces us to our protagonist,
06:15 showcasing his almost unshakable good spirits.
06:18 Seeing him cling to his dreams, even after losing his last silver sovereign,
06:22 just makes us root for him even more.
06:25 "And a hat full of dreams"
06:36 Number 15. Mike TV - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
06:40 In the 1971 movie, the Oompa Loompas dished out cautionary tales using the same tune with slight
06:45 lyrical tweaks. In the 2005 film, each troublemaker gets a personalized moral lesson tailored to their
06:52 personality. "The most important thing that we've ever learned, the most important thing we've learned
06:58 as far as judging happens, and we've never looked them near, and the television set"
07:03 The high energy beats, dynamic rhythm, and pulsating vibes are a blast from the hard rock
07:08 past, where the hairstyles were as wild as the head-banging melodies. You might even recognize
07:13 some of the lyrics if you've read the book. "Can no longer understand the fairy tale of fairy love"
07:18 "The fairy love, the fairy love, his brain becomes as soft as cheese"
07:21 "His thinking powers must have been, he cannot think beyond his dreams"
07:26 Still, it's hard to fully appreciate the number while watching Mini Mike bring a whole new and
07:31 anxiety-inducing meaning to channel-hopping. But major props to Deep Roy for rocking it as
07:36 every single oompa loompa. "Very much regret that we shall simply have to wait and see if we can get
07:42 him back this time, but if we can't, it serves him right"
07:48 Number 14. The Candyman, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Remember those days when your
07:54 folks slipped you a few bucks for an after-school treat? Well, that's where we find Charlie's
07:58 classmates getting the scoop on Wonka's latest creations from Bill, their friendly local candy
08:03 shop owner. "Who can take a sunrise, sprinkle it with dew, cover it in chocolate and a miracle or two"
08:13 Bill sings about what a visionary Willy Wonka is while essentially just handing out candy to these
08:19 lucky kids. Does he send the bill to their parents later? Let's not overthink it. "Willy Wonka makes
08:25 everything he makes satisfying and delicious. Talk about your childhood wishes"
08:34 Originally penned by Leslie Brickus and Anthony Newley for the movie, this track took on a life
08:38 of its own, especially after Sammy Davis Jr. covered it. Its popularity has stood the test
08:44 of time, making appearances in various films, TV shows and other media. "The Candyman can,
08:53 the Candyman can, 'cause he mixes it with love and makes the world taste good"
09:00 Number 13. The Wondrous Boat Ride, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
09:06 Perhaps like many kids, you fast-forwarded through this scene if you had any hopes of
09:10 getting a decent night's sleep. First, we're lulled into a false sense of comfort with a
09:14 snippet of pure imagination, then BAM! Welcome to the tunnel of terror. "There's no earthly way of
09:21 knowing which direction we are going. There's no knowing where we're going." Those trippy visuals,
09:32 the eerie music and Willy Wonka's unnerving demeanor during the boat ride have left an
09:37 indelible mark on those who've experienced it. We can never shake off those nightmarish images,
09:43 but it's all thanks to Gene Wilder's brilliantly creepy deadpan delivery that the whole scene
09:47 comfortably set up shop in our minds rent-free. "The danger must be growing for the rowers keep
09:53 on rowing and they're certainly not showing any signs that they are slowing." Looks like it's
10:03 sleeping with the lights on kind of night for us tonight. Number 12. All the Oompa Loompa songs,
10:08 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Remember what we said before about the original Oompa
10:13 Loompa tracks? Same melody, different lyrics. Yep, each of these reckless rule breakers gets
10:29 a version of the song tailor-made for their mishap. Is singing a song after a kid, say,
10:34 gets stuck in a shoot or blows up like a blueberry the most appropriate move?
10:38 Probably not, but the repetitive tune ensures the moral sticks like glue.
10:45 Indeed, if we ever considered sticking the tiniest toe over the line,
10:58 the thought of becoming an Oompa Loompa's cautionary tale snapped us back into order.
11:03 Even Wonka gets a taste when Hugh Grant's lofty reprimands him for swiping cocoa beans in the 2023
11:09 prequel. Number 11. You've never had chocolate like this, Hoverchocks, Wonka. Much like indulging
11:22 in your favorite chocolate, this song irresistibly beckons us back for more, and a chunkier portion
11:28 the second time around. The first version is a Wonka solo as he takes center stage with a
11:43 sales pitch for his gravity-defying Hoverchocks. The second version includes the ensemble,
11:48 who are blown away by this exceptional confection. The lively and joyous melody echoes the golden age
12:01 of movie musicals, and it's a number that would undoubtedly shine in a live performance. It's as
12:06 delightful as taking the first bite of your favorite candy bar, and about as addictive.
12:11 Number 10. Violet Beauregard, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Just like Mike TV's sound
12:39 echoed hard rock, Violet Beauregard's oompa-loompa life lesson took a funkier turn.
12:44 Wonka's helpers transport us back to the 70s, delivering a groove-filled tune about the kids'
13:01 gum habits, reminiscent of the Shaft theme song or similar media from that era. If watching a
13:06 child morph into a blueberry wasn't enough to keep us in check, watching oompa-loompa's dance
13:11 on her rolling CGI frame surely did the trick. Nevertheless, it's still a bop. Well, for those
13:27 of us not turning into a giant blueberry. Between the amazing visuals, toe-tapping tune, and another
13:33 scene-stealing performance from Roy, it's very easy to momentarily forget why they're singing it
13:38 all. Number 9. Scrub Scrub, Wonka. This song feels like Joby Talbot and Neil Hannon's response to
13:50 It's a Hard Knock Life, and it's almost as catchy. In it, Wonka, now a bonded laborer under the cruel
13:56 Mrs. Scrubbit and Bleacher, watches his fellow bondsmen and women toiling away. The melody
14:11 captures the monotony of the repetitive work, while the rhythm almost provides a steady work
14:16 pace. If we remove it from its dark context, it's definitely the kind of tune we'd belt out while
14:21 tackling our own chores. Interspersed with interjections from the villainous duo, the song
14:36 perfectly captures the dark whimsy found in Dahl's books. Also, did we mention it's such an earworm?
14:49 Number 8. I Want It Now, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
14:53 We may not condone Veruca's bratty behavior and entitled attitude, but let's face it,
14:58 if she made all her demands in such a catchy tune and entertaining performance,
15:02 who wouldn't be somewhat tempted to give her what she wants?
15:15 The song is magnetic, and Julie Dawn Cole puts on one egg-cellent show as Veruca Salt.
15:20 In a 2011 interview, she revealed it took 36 takes to get it just right,
15:25 and it was filmed on her 13th birthday.
15:27 Charlie actor Peter Ostrom specifically called out the number as one of the film's most
15:44 unforgettable moments, and we'd have to agree. Veruca Salt might be a bad egg,
15:49 but Cole's performance is scrumdiliumptious.
15:51 Number 7. Sweet Tooth, Wonka.
16:11 The villains always get the sweetest tunes, and this one is downright delectable.
16:15 The Chocolate Cartel tries to sweet-talk, literally,
16:18 the chief of police into helping them take down Wonka.
16:21 Patterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, and Matthew Bainton flaunt their villainous charm and
16:37 comedic prowess, putting on a deliciously evil show. Meanwhile, Keegan-Michael Key adds to the
16:42 hilarity with his poker-faced delivery and growing bewilderment as he succumbs to their tempting
16:48 offer. Beyond the clever lyrics and ensemble brilliance, the scene's cabaret-like choreography
16:53 kicks the humor up a notch, making it a standout spectacle.
16:57 It's witty, goofy, and just a whole lot of fun. We're more than happy to savor every moment of
17:15 this delightful number.
17:16 Number 6. Veruca Salt,
17:25 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
17:27 Sure, the Oompa Loompas could have tried saving Veruca for being chucked down a garbage chute
17:32 that may or may not end in incineration, but why would they when they could just sing a groovy,
17:36 mellow tune about how she landed in this predicament instead?
17:39 Apparently, now is a perfect time to fill the room with peace, love, and let the sunshine in.
17:51 You know, that kind of vibe.
17:53 If it wasn't so absurd, it would probably be very unsettling. Still, once again, Roy distracts us
18:10 from whatever horror some bratty kid just endured with a standing ovation-worthy performance.
18:15 Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that this psychedelic showstopper isn't just a fever dream.
18:20 The guilty ones, now this is sad. Dear old mom and loving dad.
18:27 Number 5. A World of Your Own, Wonka.
18:35 When we first heard A World of Your Own, it sounded like they were trying to recapture
18:39 the magic of pure imagination. Here's a store that's like no other. If it were, I wouldn't
18:48 bother. It plays as Wonka opens his store, welcoming customers and looking back on the
18:54 journey that brought him here. Here is the wonder we used to feel, back when the magic was real.
19:03 A world of your own. The charm of the original tune seamlessly weaves into this one, bringing
19:10 back memories of our first glimpse of the chocolate room and how we envied those golden ticket holders
19:15 until we realized the factory wasn't big on health and safety. In hindsight, the song carries a
19:20 bittersweet undertone as we know that Wonka will ultimately choose to live in a world of his own,
19:25 away from everyone else. This is our home. A world of our own.
19:33 Number 4. Augustus Gloop, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
19:42 Apparently this was the first of the moralistic songs Elfman penned for the movie.
19:45 Taking influence from Bollywood's grand musical sequences, Elfman initially planned to thread
20:03 this theme throughout the movie's music. However, Burton insisted on giving each character a unique
20:08 sound. Fair play, we're not sure how the composer could have topped this anyway.
20:12 Side note, fans of Dolls Classic will note the direct nod to the text in the lyrics.
20:17 Anyway, imagine being Augustus. All he can do is stare as the Oompa Loompas sing savage taunts and
20:32 vaguely hint that he'll be altered quite a bit. Nevertheless, for those of us whose future looks
20:37 less fudgy, this song is a banger. Number 3. I've Got a Golden Ticket,
20:53 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. In a memorable scene from the 1971 movie,
20:58 Charlie rushes home to share the news of his golden ticket. Grandpa Joe, who has been bedridden
21:03 until now, joins him in celebration. His excitement fuels a transformation from barely standing to
21:17 expressing childlike delight as he sings and dances around the room with his grandson.
21:22 The song becomes a powerful symbol of hope and happiness,
21:25 especially evident in Grandpa Joe's sudden burst of life.
21:28 It captures the universal joy of when luck smiles and makes life feel like it handed us a golden
21:41 ticket. Whether you're 8 or 80, who can't relate to the kind of bliss that makes you want to happy
21:46 dance all over the place? Number 2.
21:57 For a Moment, Wonka. One of the most compelling elements of Wonka's origin story is his adorable
22:03 friendship with Noodle. Life has dealt her a challenging hand, and her friendship with the
22:07 eternally optimistic Wonka is a silver lining. But based on her past dashed hopes, she's unsure
22:23 if this brightness will last or if it's just a fleeting moment. Meanwhile, Wonka lightens
22:28 the mood by rattling off every possible rhyme he can think of for his companion's name.
22:32 Their harmony showcased their unique friendship and how well they complement each other's
22:47 characters. This song will wrap you up in warmth and comfort, just like sipping a cozy mug of hot
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23:17 and switch on notifications. Number 1. Pure Imagination - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate
23:23 Factory. Does any tune truly embody the magic of Wonka's world like pure imagination? It captures
23:37 wonder, creativity, and the boundless possibilities of imagination. It invites listeners to envision
23:42 a place beyond their wildest dreams where their creative minds can soar freely. So it's quite
23:59 wild that Leslie Brickus and Anthony Newley conjured all this in a song crafted in one day
24:04 during a phone call. This enchanting melody echoes through the movie's finale and the start of its
24:09 2023 companion. In fact, when Chalamet revisits the tune later in the prequel, it feels like a
24:24 sweet full-circle moment infused with nostalgia, showing how cherished memories can spark things
24:29 that must be believed to be seen. If you had a golden ticket for your all-time favorite song,
24:43 which would it be? Let us know in the comments.
24:47 Bravo! Well done! Aren't they delightful? Aren't they charming?
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