The Frog Prince – The Original Soundtrack Recording cover

The Frog Prince – The Original Soundtrack Recording

Enya · 1985

35 min · 16 tracks · new age music · Celtic music · operatic pop

A lush tapestry of ethereal melodies and gentle harmonies that evoke fairy-tale landscapes.

Why this album works

This album is significant for introducing Enya's signature sound to a broader audience, laying the groundwork for her later commercial success. It received critical acclaim and helped establish her as a prominent figure in new age music, influencing countless artists within the genre.
Best for
ethereal melodies for daydreaming short tracks for quick listens gradual build towards resolution
Context
Released in 1985, 'The Frog Prince' marked Enya's debut soundtrack album, showcasing her unique blend of Celtic influences and new age sound. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from her work with the band Clannad to a solo identity.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Train to Paris 2:14
  • 2 The First Day 1:32
  • 3 Mack the Knife 2:16
  • 4 Let It Be Me Standout 3:15
  • 5 With Jean‐Phillipe 2:15
  • 6 Jenny 1:06
  • 7 Reflections 1:07
  • 8 The Frog Prince Standout 3:15
  • 9 Dreams Standout 3:38
  • 10 The Kiss 1:55
  • 11 Sweet Georgia Brown 2:11
  • 12 Georgia on My Mind 3:55
  • 13 A Kiss by the Fountain 1:52
  • 14 Jenny & Roz 1:22
  • 15 Les Flons Flons du bal 2:19
  • 16 Epilogue 0:58

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