A whole new world singer
You're thinking of the iconic song "A Whole New World" from Disney's Aladdin!
The song was performed by Brad Kane and Lea Salonga, who voiced Aladdin and Jasmine respectively in the 1992 animated film. The song won several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1993.
Here are some fun facts about the song:
- The song was written by Tim Rice and Alan Menken, who also collaborated on other Disney classics like The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast.
- The song's original title was "To Be Free," but it was later changed to "A Whole New World" to better fit the film's storyline.
- Brad Kane, who voiced Aladdin, was only 16 years old when he recorded the song. Lea Salonga, who voiced Jasmine, was 21 at the time.
- The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle, who recorded a pop version for the film's soundtrack.
- "A Whole New World" has become one of the most popular Disney songs of all time, with over 10 million copies sold worldwide.
Do you have a favorite version of the song, or a special memory associated with it?