All the Encanto Songs: RANKED

All the Encanto Songs RANKED

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Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re ranking all the “Encanto” songs. For this list, we’ll be looking at all eight songs from Disney’s latest animated musical. What’s your favorite “Encanto” song? Let us know in the comments.

“Encanto” overflows with Colombian culture and this song is Lin-Manuel Miranda’s love letter to the transcontinental country. As such, it only makes sense that “Colombia, Mi Encanto” would be sung in the nation’s official language. Even if you don’t speak Spanish, the song’s festive beat and Carlos Vives’ enthusiastic vocals paint a vivid portrait of people coming together for a night of celebration, fun, and dancing. The song instantly puts the listener in a positive mood, getting them pumped for an enchanted evening. It perfectly suits Antonio’s gift ceremony, although we have to wait until the end credits to hear the full version. That’s the one reason why “Colombia, Mi Encanto” doesn’t rank higher, but the filmmakers chose an uplifting song to leave us on.

#7: “What Else Can I Do?”

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Isabela is built up as Mirabel’s “perfect” sister. In the pursuit of perfection, Isabela only limits herself. Isabela shares a fair deal in common with earlier Disney heroines, who some have criticized for being “too perfect.” Through protagonists like Mirabel, Disney has evolved with characters who thrive despite - and in some cases because of - their perceived shortcomings. In this song, Mirabel helps Isabela to branch out - both literally and figuratively. As we see through her cactus, there’s more to Isabela than roses. “What Else Can I Do?” possesses a rock beat that contrasts everything we thought we knew about Isabela. Diane Guerrero brings a passionate curiosity to her performance, encouraging us to color outside of the lines. Only then can we unlock our full potential.

#6: “All of You”

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The finale finds the family Madrigal at their lowest point. Through Mirabel’s inspiring words, they summon the strength to pick up the pieces of their broken home. “All of You” doesn’t solely belong to Mirabel. The entire ensemble brings something unique to the music and lyrics, echoing several key moments. While the song is full of callbacks, it still stands on its own as a unifying piece. In addition to the bonds of family and community, “All of You” is about self-love. Several characters feel defined by their gifts or - in Mirabel’s case - lack thereof. Once you stop trying to be perfect, though, you can learn to love all of yourself. This lays the foundation for a sturdier household, returning the magic to the Casita.

From “Part of Your World” to “Into the Unknown,” Disney has set the bar high for “I Want” songs. Miranda couldn’t help but feel pressured when he wrote Mirabel’s solo number. Between Miranda’s musical genius and Stephanie Beatriz’s empathetic delivery, “Waiting on a Miracle” more than lives up to the Disney legacy. Mirabel has spent years on the sidelines, but it isn’t until the other Madrigals gather for a family photo that she truly confronts her isolation. Breaking away, Mirabel is no longer content with waiting on a miracle. She’s ready to seek out that miracle, which just might lie within herself. You can sense in Beatriz’s performance that Mirabel has been bottling these emotions up for a while, finally blowing off like a firework.

#4: “The Family Madrigal”

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For “The Family Madrigal,” Miranda drew inspiration from the opening number of “Beauty and the Beast.” Where that song primarily focused on Belle, though, “The Family Madrigal” had to introduce almost every major character. What’s more, the song had to get all of their powers across without feeling like an exposition dump. The song is never dull, however, with rapid-fire lyrics that only speed up as the song progresses. Even if you don’t catch every character’s name, gift, and relation to Mirabel, the song is a catchy earworm that remarkably sets the stage in under five minutes. It also helps that Mirabel gives a quick recap towards the end, attempting to overshadow the fact that she didn’t get a gift.

What lies on the surface can be deceiving. There’s no doubt that Luisa is the strongest member of her family. Behind her rocky exterior, though, Luisa is struggling to carry more than donkeys. She also carries her family’s many burdens, making it feel as if the weight of the world is resting on her shoulders. “Surface Pressure” provides a window into Luisa’s soul as she longs to let her muscles and mind relax. Jessica Darrow flawlessly transitions from sounding unbreakable to unearthing Luisa’s concealed vulnerability. Miranda’s lyrics are packed with clever metaphors for how pressure builds up. It may start with a few drops, but over time, it can accumulate to an ocean of anxiety. By the way, is there a new Hercules in town?

#2: “Dos Oruguitas”

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“Dos Oruguitas” was another difficult song for Miranda to scribe. In addition to being the first song that he completely wrote in Spanish, Miranda wanted to capture the timelessness of a Colombian folk song. Writing on the lines of Joan Manuel Serrat (jus - WAN man-WELL ser-RAT) and Antônio Carlos Jobim, Miranda came up with “Dos Oruguitas,” which translates to “Two Caterpillars.” Alma and her late husband Pedro represent the song’s caterpillars who fall in love. Although they want to stay in this moment forever, they’re eventually forced to accept change. Pedro is lost, but a miracle arises like a butterfly from a cocoon. “Dos Oruguitas” is perhaps the film’s most emotional and personal song. It’s no wonder why Disney single it out for awards consideration, resulting in multiple nominations.

#1: “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”

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“Dos Oruguitas” may be the film’s emotional apex, but we can’t stop singing about Bruno. We also can’t stop dancing along with Jamal Sims’ and Kai Martinez’s choreography. Although technically not a villain song, it possesses the spooky vibe that’s been missing from modern Disney musicals. Dolores’ verse, in particular, makes the audience feel as if they’re sneaking past a sleeping beast. Bruno’s name alone stirs up feelings of dread throughout town. Reading between the lyrics, you’ll find that Bruno isn’t really at fault. His ability to see the future simply makes him the bearer of bad omens. Nevertheless, Bruno is associated with misfortune, giving the song a mischievous sense of mystery. You can try not talking about Bruno, but you’ll never get him out of your head.