77 Most Unforgettable Movie Songs (22-18)
22.
Michael Sembello, 'Maniac' ('Flashdance' 1983)
Dancing like she'd never danced before, Jennifer Beals jogged in place so fast in 'Flashdance,' her thighs nearly caught fire. This video single-handedly increased domestic leg warmer sales by 500 percent. -- JP
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21.
Otis Day & the Knights, 'Shout' ('Animal House' 1978)A made-for-the-big-screen band ramped up the most awesome toga party ever with their cover of this fist-pumping Isley Brothers classic. The song has been ramping up bar mitzvahs ever since. -- JP
20.
Ray Parker Jr., 'Ghostbusters' ('Ghostbusters' 1984)Walk up to any random stranger that survived the Regan era and ask them who they're gonna call. Not only will they scream "Ghostbusters!" at you like a mental patient, but Ray Parker Jr. will earn either percent on the royalties. God knows he must need it now. -- MTC
19.
Des'ree, 'Kissing You' ('Romeo + Juliet' 1996)Actors have literally been playing out the moment when Romeo meets Juliet for centuries, but Des'ree's haunting and beautiful love ballad helped Leo and Clare's interpetation feel fresh, real and crazy romantic. *SwOon* -- MTC
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The Rolling Stones, 'You Can't Always Get What You Want' ('The Big Chill' 1983)A college friend's suicide reunites a group of angsty baby boomers, and this spirit-lifting Stones classic sets the tone. Movie trivia: The corpse was played by an un-credited Kevin Costner, who gave the best performance of his career. -- JP
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