Rango – Music from the Motion Picture cover

Rango – Music from the Motion Picture

Hans Zimmer · 2011

34 min · 20 tracks · video game music · film score

A vibrant orchestral tapestry blending whimsical motifs with thrilling crescendos, capturing the essence of a wild west adventure.

Why this album works

The soundtrack for 'Rango' received critical acclaim, earning Zimmer a Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media in 2012. Its unique blend of styles and playful themes contributed to the film's distinctive charm, helping it stand out in a competitive animated landscape.
Career context
By 2011, Hans Zimmer was a leading composer in Hollywood, known for his work on blockbusters like 'Inception' and 'The Dark Knight.' 'Rango' followed his commercial success and showcased his versatility in scoring animated films, further solidifying his reputation as a master of film music.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Welcome Amigo 1:06
  • 2 Rango Suite Standout 5:57
  • 3 Certain Demise 0:24
  • 4 Medley: It’s a Metaphore / Forkboy 0:43
  • 5 Welcome to Dirt V2 0:58
  • 6 Name’s Rango 1:31
  • 7 Lizard for Lunch 1:26
  • 8 Stuck in Guacamole 0:21
  • 9 Underground 3:18
  • 10 We Ride, Really! 0:50
  • 11 Rango and Beans 1:04
  • 12 Medley: Bats / Rango Theme / Ride of the Valkyries / An der schönen blauen Donau, op. 314 Standout 4:28
  • 13 The Bank’s Been Robbed 0:22
  • 14 Rango Returns 1:16
  • 15 La Muerte a Llegado 0:44
  • 16 It’s a Miracle 1:57
  • 17 El Canelo 0:44
  • 18 The Sunset Shot 0:53
  • 19 Walk Don’t Rango 2:47
  • 20 Rango Theme Song Standout 3:29

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