What makes Zootopia – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by Michael Giacchino notable?

The Zootopia soundtrack received critical acclaim for its innovative score and catchy themes, particularly the song 'Try Everything,' which became emblematic of the film's message about perseverance. The album also contributed to the film's success at the box office, helping it gross over $1 billion globally, highlighting its cultural impact within animated cinema. When Michael Giacchino released the Zootopia soundtrack in March 2016, he was already an acclaimed composer known for his work on films like Up and Inside Out. This soundtrack followed his Academy Award win in 2010 and showcased his ability to blend whimsical melodies with complex emotional cues, further solidifying his status as a leading figure in film scoring.

Who is Zootopia – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for?

Zootopia – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack works well if you're into whimsical melodies for lighthearted moments, dynamic journey with varied pacing and short tracks for quick bursts.

How many songs are on Zootopia – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack?

Zootopia – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack has 22 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Zootopia – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Michael Giacchino · 2016

62 min · 22 tracks · film score

A vibrant orchestral score that captures the playful spirit and emotional depth of a world inhabited by anthropomorphic animals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Try Everything — This track serves as the anthem of determination and hope for the protagonist, encapsulating the film's overarching theme of perseverance against odds.
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Fox Shit — With its playful rhythm and engaging orchestration, this piece captures the mischievous nature of the character Nick Wilde, showcasing Giacchino's skill in character-driven scoring.
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Suite From Zootopia — The suite beautifully compiles motifs from various scenes into a cohesive narrative arc, demonstrating Giacchino's mastery in thematic development across the film.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The score effectively captures the film's spirit with varied orchestration and memorable motifs, though it remains primarily functional for its context.

What we noticed

The score features a wide range of orchestral textures, with strings and brass prominently driving the themes.
Several tracks incorporate playful motifs that reflect the personalities of different animal characters, such as the jazzy elements in 'Jumbo Pop Hustle'.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

whimsical melodies for lighthearted moments
dynamic journey with varied pacing
short tracks for quick bursts
vibrant orchestral soundscapes
playful tunes for family fun

Maybe skip if you

seeking long, cohesive pieces
prefer serious, somber tones

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This soundtrack solidified Giacchino's prominence in film scoring after prior acclaim.
Career context: When Michael Giacchino released the Zootopia soundtrack in March 2016, he was already an acclaimed composer known for his work on films like Up and Inside Out. This soundtrack followed his Academy Award win in 2010 and showcased his ability to blend whimsical melodies with complex emotional cues, further solidifying his status as a leading figure in film scoring.
Stylistic neighbors: Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Thomas Newman