Six Disney Princesses – Jodi Benson (Ariel), Paige O’Hara (Belle), Auli’i Cravalho (Moana), Susan Egan (Megara), Anika Noni Rose (Tiara) and Ginnifer Goodwin (“Snow White” from ‘Once Upon A Time’) recently got together for a special event – a Disney Princess song challenge! These talented actresses have brought some of the most iconic Disney Princesses to life on screen, but how well do they know the classic songs that made these characters so memorable? Let’s find out!
First up, we have Jodi Benson, the voice behind the beloved Ariel from ‘The Little Mermaid’. Known for her powerful and angelic singing voice, Jodi has also lent her voice to several other Disney projects. She confidently started off the challenge by singing ‘Part of Your World’ flawlessly, proving that she knows her character’s signature song like the back of her hand.
Next, we have Paige O’Hara, the voice of Belle from ‘Beauty and the Beast’. With her sweet and melodic voice, Paige brought the intelligent and kind-hearted Belle to life on screen. She took on the challenge by singing ‘Belle (Reprise)’ and ‘Something There’, showcasing her talent and deep understanding of her character’s emotions.
Auli’i Cravalho, the voice of Moana from the animated film of the same name, wowed the audience with her stunning performance of ‘How Far I’ll Go’. The young actress exudes the same determination and bravery as her character, which made her rendition of the song even more powerful. Auli’i truly embodied the spirit of Moana and showed that she knows her character’s journey inside out.
Susan Egan, the voice behind the sassy and fierce Megara from ‘Hercules’, brought her A-game to the challenge. She effortlessly sang ‘I Won’t Say I’m in Love’ and ‘A Star is Born’, showcasing her incredible range and vocal prowess. It’s no wonder why Susan’s performance as Megara is still remembered and loved by fans of all ages.
Anika Noni Rose, who voiced the independent and strong-willed Princess Tiana from ‘The Princess and the Frog’, sang an energetic and catchy medley of ‘Almost There’ and ‘Down in New Orleans’. Anika’s powerful and soulful voice perfectly captures the spirit of Tiana and her passion for achieving her dreams.
Last but not least, Ginnifer Goodwin, who played ‘Snow White’ in the hit TV series ‘Once Upon A Time’, took on the challenge by singing ‘Someday My Prince Will Come’ and ‘I’m Wishing’. Despite her character not having a signature song, Ginnifer impressed everyone with her sweet and delicate singing voice.
These six talented actresses proved that not only can they bring these iconic Disney Princesses to life through their voices, but they also have a deep understanding of their characters and the songs that make them so special. It was heartwarming to see them come together and celebrate the magic of Disney Princess songs.
This event not only showcased the incredible talents of these actresses but also reminded us of the enduring legacy of Disney Princesses. These characters have inspired and empowered generations of children and continue to do so with their timeless stories and iconic songs.
So, next time you find yourself singing along to a Disney Princess song, remember the talented actresses behind these beloved characters and the magic they bring to our lives.
