Complete Guide to the Songs in the Wicked Movie Soundtrack: Part One and Part Two

Fans of Wicked, the blockbuster Broadway musical, can finally experience the magic on the big screen with the release of Wicked: Part One. Directed by Jon M. Chu, this first installment of the two-part adaptation breathes new life into Stephen Schwartz’s iconic songs with a star-studded cast that includes Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and Jonathan Bailey. While the film features many of the musical’s most beloved tracks, some fan favourites will have to wait for Part Two, slated for release in 2025.

The Wicked soundtrack is a treasure trove of musical gems, with hits like Popular and Defying Gravity having become cultural phenomena since their Broadway debut. The original cast recordings by Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth are still celebrated today, but the movie offers a fresh take on these classics, with Grande and Erivo delivering standout vocal performances that are already earning acclaim.

While Part One doesn’t introduce any entirely new songs, Stephen Schwartz has reworked and extended several tracks to provide fans with a richer experience. Most notably, the film’s rendition of Defying Gravity clocks in at an impressive 14 minutes, giving audiences a dramatic and expanded take on the iconic number.

Songs Featured in Wicked: Part One

The following songs from the original stage production are featured in the film, some with exciting new arrangements:

• No One Mourns the Wicked performed by Ariana Grande (featuring Andy Nyman, Courtney-Mae Briggs, Jeff Goldblum, Sharon D. Clarke, and Jenna Boyd)
• Dear Old Shiz performed by the Shiz University Choir (featuring Ariana Grande)
• The Wizard and I performed by Cynthia Erivo (featuring Michelle Yeoh)
• What Is This Feeling? performed by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo
• Something Bad performed by Peter Dinklage (featuring Cynthia Erivo)
• Dancing Through Life performed by Jonathan Bailey (featuring Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, and Cynthia Erivo)
• Popular performed by Ariana Grande
• I’m Not That Girl performed by Cynthia Erivo
• One Short Day performed by Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Kristin Chenoweth, and Idina Menzel (featuring Michael McCorry Rose)
• A Sentimental Man performed by Jeff Goldblum
• Defying Gravity performed by Cynthia Erivo (featuring Ariana Grande)

While Schwartz has teased new songs for the Wicked movie, none of these additions are included in Part One. However, fans shouldn’t feel shortchanged—expanded versions of classic tracks and the powerhouse performances by the cast ensure that there’s plenty of fresh material to enjoy.

What to Expect in Wicked: Part Two

Set to release in 2025, Part Two will continue the story and include many of the musical’s remaining tracks, potentially with more surprises. Fans can look forward to hearing the following songs from the original production:

• Thank Goodness
• The Wicked Witch of the East
• Wonderful
• I’m Not That Girl (Reprise)
• As Long as You’re Mine
• No Good Deed
• March of the Witch Hunters
• For Good
• Finale

Additionally, Schwartz’s promise of new songs over the two-part release hints at exciting developments to come.

Wicked: Part One delivers a stunning reimagining of a beloved musical, blending its classic tracks with updated arrangements and an all-star cast. With extended versions of fan-favorite songs and breathtaking performances, the film offers a fresh way to experience the magic of Wicked.

As fans eagerly await Part Two, there’s plenty to enjoy in this first chapter. Whether you’re a diehard fan or new to the world of Wicked, this adaptation is a must-see cinematic event that’s sure to leave audiences spellbound.