'Little Mermaid' Invites You to Become Part of Her World in 22 Languages
Disney previously took cinemagoers under the sea when the Halle Bailey-starring The Little Mermaid graced theaters on May 26. Of course, fans got to experience Bailey’s rendition of "Part of Your World," which was lauded due to her flawless and impressive take on the 1989 song written by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken.
COLLIDER VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Besides providing iconic songs that many audiences enjoy today, Disney is also known for producing different versions of its soundtracks, which include songs from Aladdin, Tangled, Pocahontas, Beauty and the Beast, Moana, and more.
Popularized by Jodi Benson, the song was first heard in 1989’s animated film, The Little Mermaid, which served as the inspiration for the 2023 live-action remake. Considered one of the greatest Disney songs of all time, "Part of Your World" earned critical acclaim not only because of Benson’s powerful vocal performance but also due to the song’s empowering lyrics, which resonated with audiences around the world.
How Well the Live-Action Adaptation Fared So Far? Though Bailey’s monumental casting as Ariel marks Disney’s first time casting a Black woman to portray a Disney princess in live-action, the casting decision also made waves online, with some criticizing the actress for taking the role.
Along with Bailey as Ariel, Jonah Hauer-King stars as Prince Erice, alongside Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, Javier Bardem as King Triton, and Jessica Alexander as Vanessa. You can listen to the new version of "Part of Your World" and watch our exclusive interview with The Little Mermaid’s young leads below.
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