Where does 'Frozen's' 'Let It Go' end up?
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Film: "Song of the South"
Performed By: James Baskett
Why: Look, we're not gonna try telling you that "Song of the South" isn't just a wee bit [Read: "a lot"] racist and that James Baskett's performance as Uncle Remus isn't just a wee bit [Read: "a lot"] problematic. But that can't be allowed to take away from the warmth of Allie Wrubel and Ray Gilbert's song, or the richness of Baskett's delivery. And if you just watch the song out of the context of the movie, there's great joy in the choruses of bees and hummingbirds, as well as good ol' Mr. Bluebird on his shoulder. If it makes you feel better, just listen to the 1947 Johnny Mercer cover. It's a beautiful and carefree song that begs you to sing along.
- Daniel Fienberg