15. Go The Distance - Hercules (1997)
http://youtu.be/zgnHF2CwrPs Go the Distance is the traditional hero song in Disneys Hercules, which, interestingly is mostly populated with gospel-style songs. Composed by Alan Menken with lyrics by David Zippel, the song relays a familiar story of an adolescent desire for belonging and a quest to find meaning in ones existence. The song, which is sung by Hercules himself (Roger Bart,) is the impetus for the beginning of the heros journey. The majestic horns and the twinkling chimes convey a sense of importance and portend the great deeds to come. It summons up the hero in all of us and reminds of a time when we all were looking for a place to fit in. 14. You Can Fly! - Peter Pan (1953)
http://youtu.be/zf00mEe9EOs Peter Pan is a tailor-made film for this list. How often does the main character live in a state of perpetual childhood? You Can Fly! was composed by Sammy Fain with lyrics by Sammy Cahn, and like the film, tells us that all you need is a happy thought to be able to fly, in addition to some pixie dust. It features Peter Pan, Wendy, John, and Michael in a short conversation, followed by a lively harmony by a chorus as the children sail over London. You Can Fly! reminds us that staying young is more of a state of mind and that you are never too old to have an imagination. It is a famous nostalgic movie moment.