Day 29: Elton John, Circle of Life | 30-Day Song Challenge 🎶

On Day 29 of the 30-Day Song Challenge, Elton John brings back the memories of Simba on one of my favorite childhood songs, “Circle of Life.”

Embracing the trendiness of social media, The Musical Hype unleashes its own, month-long version of the 30-Day Song Challenge.

Day 29 Prompt: A song you remember from your childhood

“It’s the circle of life / And it moves us all / Through despair and hope / Through faith and love…” “Circle of Life” ranks among the most famous and beloved Walt Disney movie songs of all time – FACTS.  This song featured at the beginning of The Lion King (1994 and 2019) is incredible to the nth degree. I was seven years old when the animated version arrived in all its glory. I also attended the remake, as a *cough* 32-year old… The music was written by the iconic Elton John, while the lyrics were penned by Tim Rice.  In addition to the soundtrack version of “Circle of Life,” John also recorded a memorable version of the record, also appearing on the soundtrack, as well as various compilations, including Diamonds from 2017.

Elton John does a fantastic job singing expressively throughout, but especially on the aforementioned chorus, which continues as follows:

“...‘Til we find our place
On the path unwinding
In the circle
The circle of life.”

That said, the songwriting, overall, definitely deserves big ups.  Tim Rice shines penning this timeless story, developed on the verses, and capped off on the chorus. “Circle of Life” previously appeared on the playlist, 11 Circular Songs Sure to Keep You Goin ‘Round in Circles.

Elton John • Diamonds • Universal Music Operations Limited • 2017

Day 29: Elton John, “Circle of Life” (30-Day Song Challenge) 🎶 [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pixabay, Pexels]