James Bond Theme Tunes: From Best To Worst

8. Diamonds Are Forever

Artist: Shirley BasseyFilm: Diamonds Are Forever http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80A6MtPwj-Q I think we all know what comes ahead of this Bassey tune, but this one€™s a corker in its own right. Instantly iconic in its only right, and very sensual and titillating- in all, a perfect complement to a Bond film. Bassey knows what makes a good Bond tune, alright. The intro is particularly mesmerising.

7. You Know My Name

Artist: Chris CornellFilm: Casino Royale http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nfc9GLxlhEw I imagine many here will turn their nose up at the high ranking for this tune. But it€™s a big, epic, rocky theme with some proper muscle behind it with a sense of danger and the kind of tune that sums up the modern Bond- you know his name. After a few very lacklustre entries, this wakes you up and brings Bond to your attention.
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