10 best songs from the Sonic the Hedgehog series, ranked

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The quality of The Blue Blur’s games might be hit or miss, but one thing that’s consistent with the Sonic the Hedgehog series is its outstanding music. Some of the best Sonic songs excite us as blast through each stage at supersonic speed, battle bosses, and gaze at the wonderful visuals surrounding the hedgehog.

From fully vocal tracks like “Escape from the City” to the nostalgic 16-bit themes of “Green Hill Zone,” there are practically hundreds of compositions to choose from for this list. And so, chili dog in hand, let’s listen to the 10 best Sonic songs in the series’ history.

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I love jazz, and “Fly In The Freedom” is a fantastic theme. Acting as Rouge’s character theme, this catchy composition has stunning vocals, a riveting bassline, and an exciting brass section during its middle section. The vibes provided by this piece remind me of Jamiroquai’s wonderfully chill ’00s tracks like “Virtual Insanity” and “Seven Days In Sunny June.” Regardless, the lyrics and overall tone of the track fit the character of Rouge well in Sonic Adventure 2. 

“Reach for the Stars” is pure excitement jarred into a song. Whenever you hear this track, you’re hyped to play the game. The drum roll encapsulates Sonic’s speed, while the playful guitar keeps the song moving forward. The lyrics are uplifting, as Sonic is “not looking back, not giving up, not letting go, and [keeps] on running.” If you ever go to a Sonic the Hedgehog concert, every fan would know the lyrics to this track; that’s how beloved it is.

Some of the best Sonic songs are purely instrumental pieces, and that is the case with Sonic Heroes’ “Seaside Hill.” It sounds like a