Rango – Music from the Motion Picture
Hans Zimmer · 2011
34 min · 20 tracks · video game music
A whimsical blend of orchestral arrangements and playful motifs that capture the spirit of a wild west animated adventure.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rango Suite Start here — This track serves as a comprehensive introduction to the film's sonic landscape, weaving together key themes that represent Rango's character and journey throughout the story.
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Medley: Bats / Rango Theme / Ride of the Valkyries / An der schönen blauen Donau, op. 314 — The medley showcases Zimmer's innovative approach to blending classical motifs with original compositions, creating a dynamic climax that enhances pivotal moments in the film.
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We Ride, Really! — This track captures the adventurous spirit of Rango and his companions, utilizing fast-paced instrumentation that mirrors the film's action sequences and humor.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe score showcases strong orchestration and thematic development, though its short track lengths affect cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks, such as 'Rango Suite' and 'Medley: Bats / Rango Theme', blend multiple themes into cohesive arrangements that reflect the film's narrative.
- The running time is divided into short pieces, with many tracks under two minutes, creating a dynamic flow that mirrors the pacing of the film.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical motifs for playful spirits
- brief thematic explorations of adventure
- pacing that sparks curiosity
- vibrant orchestral bursts of energy
Maybe skip if you
- seeking deep, lengthy narratives
- prefer straightforward, minimalistic sound
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Acclaimed for its unique style, it resonates with dedicated fans of Zimmer's work.
- Themes
- wild west adventure· quirky character motifs· orchestral whimsy
- Career context
- When Hans Zimmer released Rango in 2011, he was already an established composer known for his work on The Lion King and Inception. This soundtrack marked his continued collaboration with director Gore Verbinski, following their previous partnership on the Pirates of the Caribbean series. At this point in his career, Zimmer was exploring more diverse projects beyond conventional blockbusters, showcasing his versatility in crafting music for animated films.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Williams· Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore
Tracklist
- 1 Welcome Amigo 1:06
- 2 Rango Suite Start here 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 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 3:29
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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