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About I See the Light

"I See the Light" is a song written by composer Alan Menken and lyricist Glenn Slater for Walt Disney Animation Studios' 50th animated feature film Tangled (2010). A duet originally recorded by American recording artist and actress Mandy Moore and American actor Zachary Levi in their respective film roles as main characters Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, the folk-inspired pop ballad serves as both the film's love and theme song. Lyrically, "I See the Light" describes the developing romantic relationship between Rapunzel and Flynn, and is featured as the seventh track on the film's soundtrack album. Tangled was originally conceived by Disney animator Glen Keane. Subsequently, Walt Disney Animation Studios hired veteran Disney composer Alan Menken and lyricist Glenn Slater to write the film's songs. Initially, Menken and Slater had written a more anthemic version of "I See the Light" before finally re-working it into a gentler, simpler and more folk-oriented song. Menken would later reveal that, out of Tangled's five songs and musical numbers, he is most proud of "I See the Light"."I See the Light" has inspired a generally mixed to positive reception from film and music critics, who were largely ambivalent towards the song's content, questioning its originality. However, the "lantern sequence" during which "I See the Light" is performed by Rapunzel and Flynn has enjoyed widespread critical acclaim, with journalists and commentators praising its visuals and use of 3D. Critically, both the song and the scene have been compared to similar romantic musical sequences from preceding Disney animated films, including "Kiss the Girl" from The Little Mermaid (1989) and "A Whole New World" from Aladdin (1992), both of which are love songs also composed by Menken.more »

Year:: 2011
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Production Facts

"I See the Light" is a song produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios for the 2010 animated movie "Tangled." - The song is a romantic duet between Rapunzel, voiced by Mandy Moore and Flynn Rider, voiced by Zachary Levi. - Alan Menken, a renowned American musical theatre and film score composer best known for his scores for films produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios, composed the song. - Glenn Slater, frequently collaborating with Alan Menken, wrote the lyrics for "I See the Light."

Critical Reception

It was well received by critics, praised for its emotional depth and musical and vocal performances. - The song was awarded Best Song at the 16th Critics' Choice Movie Awards.

Award Nominations

"I See the Light" was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2011. - The song was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song in the same year. - In 2012, the song was nominated for Best Song Written for Visual Media at the Grammy Awards.

Performance Facts

In the movie, the song is performed during a scene where Rapunzel and Flynn Rider see floating lanterns that the kingdom releases every year on Rapunzel's birthday. - During live performances, Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi have often reprised their roles and performed the song together.

Popularity and Impact

"I See the Light" is regarded as one of the greatest Disney songs, often compared to classic romantic duets like "A Whole New World" from Aladdin. - The song introduced the Disney movie, "Tangled," to a broader audience and helped in making it a box-office hit. - Since its release, the song has been covered by various artists and featured in numerous Disney music compilations.

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