Wicked: For Good – The Soundtrack: Every song ranked from best to worst

Universal Pictures proudly presents the WICKED FOR GOOD US Premiere - Source: Getty
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande attend as Universal Pictures proudly presents the WICKED FOR GOOD US Premiere - Source: Getty

The soundtrack album Wicked: For Good, which has been released through Republic Records and Verve Records, features 11 tracks performed by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, and the full movie cast.

Released on November 21, it is the official song compilation for the second film in the Wicked adaptation. The album does not feature any guest artists but supporting cast members who performed on selected tracks, often in duets, trios and ensembles.

The star cast of the film includes Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, and Ethan Slater among others. The album is available to stream on platforms including Amazon, Spotify, Apple Music and more.

Composed by Stephen Schwartz, the score describes the complicated friendship between Elphaba and Glinda. It traces their journey from rival sorcery students to legendary figures of Oz.

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Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer's personal opinion. Please share your thoughts on how you would rank the songs in the comment section below.


Ranking every song from best to worst on Ariana Grande’s “Wicked: For Good” album

Here is every song ranked from best to worst on Wicked: For Good’s official track list.

Thank Goodness / I Couldn't Be Happier

Fans appreciate the belting by Ariana Grande in Thank Goodness/ I Couldn’t Be Happier. It has received mostly positive reviews from the YouTube fans. Some called it one of their favorite tracks on the entire album.


Every Day More Wicked

This is the opening track on the Wicked: For Good film soundtrack, featuring Michelle Yeoh and Ariana Grande. It sets the stage for the story by showing Elphaba in her tree house, Glinda and Fiyero in Emerald City. The track received average reviews from the fans, as some praised it for its energy and others criticized it as “underperformed” track.

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No Place Like Home

It is the third track on Wicked: For Good, featuring Cynthia Erivo’s soaring solo ballad as Elphaba, that captures deep isolation and longing. The track was nominated for the Best Song at the Hollywood Music In Media Awards. It has received polarized reviews from the fans.


For Good

This is the iconic finale duet between Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, and it ranked as the top-ranked song among fans just hours after its release. Most of the fans resonated with the track, noting its emotional theme.


The Wicked Witch of the East

The track has been ranked positively on fan forums and social media. Many express admiration for the song’s emotional impact.


March of the Witch Hunters

It is track 9 on the Wicked: For Good soundtrack, featuring the film’s chilling ensemble led by Ethan Slater. It has received mixed reviews, with some fans praising it for its high energy and others criticising it as a “pointless” track in the film.


Wonderful

This track has received positive reviews for its orchestral upgrade in the film version. However, some noted that Wonderful is an expository filler.


I'm Not That Girl (Reprise)

Fans viewed I’m Not That Girl soundtrack as beautifully emotional and haunting reinterpretation of the original. Some fans note that this version feels quite different from Idina Menzel’s original Broadway rendition.


As Long As You're Mine

Fans have given mixed reviews as they appreciated the emotional delivery and vocal performances by Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey, capturing the complicated relationship between Elphaba and Fiyero. Some fans find the overall energy of the track as less intense in comparison to other tracks.


No Good Deed

Fans and critics have ranked No Good Deed often calling it a standout and a showstopper in the film’s soundtrack. The song has been praised for Cythia Erivo’s powerful vocals.


The Girl in the Bubble

This track by Ariana Grande is a sparkling yet poignant original solo on the Wicked: For Good soundtrack. It captures Glinda’s facade of bubbly perfection crackling under isolation and regret. It has been ranked as less memorable than the established songs from the original Broadway show.

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Edited by Aastha Dass