77 Most Unforgettable Movie Songs (55-51)
55.
Aimee Mann, 'Wise Up' ('Magnolia,' 1999)
'Save Me' got the Oscar nod, but this sad little ditty by 'Til Tuesday's former frontwoman was so catchy, even the old dude on his death bed joins in the cast sing-along. All together now! -- MTCListen to 'Wise Up'
54.
Harold Faltermeyer, 'Axel F' ('Beverly Hills Cop,' 1984)Faltermeyer named this unlikely (and only) synth-pop hit after Axel Foley, Eddie Murphy's character in the film. Completing the concept, the song was recorded in the keys of F major and F minor. Those Germans are so clever! -- JP
53.
Evanescence, 'Bring Me to Life' ('Daredevil,' 2003)Do you think Amy Lee still cringes when she remembers that she owes Ben Affleck for her band's early success? Probably not as much as audiences cringed when they saw him in Double-D's ruby-red tights. -- MTC
52.
Elliott Smith, 'Miss Misery' ('Good Will Hunting,' 1997)As Matt Damon embarks on his solo road trip at the end of the film, Smith's Oscar-nominated song forces us to reflect on the character's lonely condition -- and perhaps our own. Boo-hoo! Unfortunately, the late singer-songwriter -- who put a steak knife through his heart in 2003 -- knew that pain all too well. -- KD
51.
Kermit the Frog, 'Rainbow Connection' ('The Muppet Movie,' 1979)'The Muppet Movie' opens with Kermit picking his banjo and singing the best song about rainbows written since Dorothy landed in Oz. We're surprised this gem hasn't been covered by Clay Aiken or something. Not to give him any ideas! (Seriously, Clay ... don't.) -- JP
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