In the field of art, one wrong decision can put best action behind the curtains. There are
some songs, that has become cult over a period. These were all sang by the popular Hollywood actors.
Not only they are extremely good, but the charm of these songs is the same ever since they have released. Some of the Stars have mixed reviews on their voice. Nevertheless, they tried and fairly done a good job.
Gibberish Song
Movie : Modern times
Performed by Sir, Charles Chaplin
Before singing this song, Charlie had appeared in all silent films. Talkie films were made since from 1927. Charlie’s popularity as a team in the silent films were at the peak. Audience were clamouring to hear Charlie’s voice and at the right time and in right situation of the film, Modern times, Charlie sang a song with no meaning. The song has great melody and a beautiful choreography.
Cuban Pete song
The mask -1994
Performed by Actor Jim Carrey
The makers finally want to cut this song out because they thought it didn’t make any sense to have a musical song in a comedy movie. But good that they included, and it became such a massive out worldwide. If you remember watching this song first time, you don’t see it coming. The entire scene including the song adds to the texture of the movie and arguably the best scene in the entire movie and became the most memorable
one.
Come together
Performed by Robin Williams & Bobby McFerrin
Gone but never forgotten, Robin Williams proved his mettle in singing teaming with Bobby McFerrin for the Beatles fun cover of, come together. Robin will be remembered for his exceptional acting and singing talent. In this song both the comedians did wonder with their vocal cords. The beauty of this song is while Bobby doing vocalisation of the bass line sound and Robin taking care of the vocal sounds. The chemistry of both the
legends results in the masterpiece by George Martin.
Dead or alive & Pour some sugar on me
Movie : Rock of ages –2012-2013
Performed by Tom Cruise
The song is tribute to the legend Jon Bon Jovi. Tom Cruise paid an honest tribute to the great singer and pulled off brilliantly the 80’s swag and does the great job performing the song. Tom, in an interview told that he literally had taken vocal lessons for four months to learn the highs and lows of the classic rock tunes.
Tom Cruise have surprised his fans by doing the fictional character Stacy Jaxx.
The other song pour some sugar on me equally performed well by the actor.
The switch 2008-2009
Performed by Will Smith &
Just two of us
Oscar Award Winner, Will Smith be known for his spontaneity and powerful acting He is just not multitalented but gifted with a universal appealing personality. His constant search for perfection and integrity towards his work makes him the most successful and respected actor on the earth. The singer turned Hollywood star was initially worked as an old school rapper, when rape was more like a music. Will won two Grammy awards for the song, Parents just don’t understand and for, home based, album released in 1991.
The instant foot tipping song, the switch is wills most hummable and treat for party lovers.
The song just two of us, is a father and son song. An emotional song, this will make you understand how a father share his frank emotions with his son. Parents always wish well for their children. This song is for every son, who think his father do not care for him. Its verses are so touching that, ultimately it brings tears to your eyes.
Keanu Reeves
Sweet November song 2001-2002
Keanu Reeves was a part of a band as a guitarist, but also has amazing voice. In the movie, the Sweet November, he showcases his sweet voice. His voice has a certain charm that can be seen in the movie.
To close to paradise
Performed by Sylvester Stallone
Non singer, Sylvester Stallone is known for his action-packed performances. He did fairly good job in singing in films like, paradise valley and Rhinestone. Although he got mixed review for his voice, but his sincere voice reflects in the, to close to paradise song from the film, Paradise Valley.
Country song earthquake love
Performed by Arnold Schwarzenegger
The supernova terminator star tried his hand in singing for, killing Gunther movie. The song too got a mixed review, but Arnold did an honest attempt to the best of his capabilities.
