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What is the best song for a talent show?

Choosing the best song for a talent competition depends on various factors such as musical genre, performer's vocal range, personal style, and the overall theme or concept of the performance. Here are some classic and crowd-pleasing songs often popular at talent shows:

Pop Hits:

- "Shallow" by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper (from A Star Is Born)

- "Rise Up" by Andra Day

- "This Is Me" by Keala Settle (from The Greatest Showman)

- "Unstoppable" by Sia

- "One Call Away" by Charlie Puth

Classic Hits:

- "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

- "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen

- "Let It Go" by Idina Menzel (from Frozen)

- "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey

- "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong

Broadway Musicals:

- "Defying Gravity" from Wicked

- "Tomorrow" from Annie

- "Over the Rainbow" from The Wizard of Oz

- "The Greatest Show" from The Greatest Showman

- "Bring Him Home" from Les Misérables

Inspirational Songs:

- "You Raise Me Up" by Josh Groban

- "Lean On Me" by Bill Withers

- "Bridge over Troubled Water" by Simon & Garfunkel

- "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor

- "Beautiful" by Christina Aguilera

Upbeat and Energetic:

- "Shake It Off" by Taylor Swift

- "Happy" by Pharrell Williams

- "Hey Ya!" by Outkast

- "Can't Stop the Feeling!" by Justin Timberlake

- "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

Contemporary R&B/Hip-Hop:

- "I Gotta Feeling" by The Black Eyed Peas

- "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran

- "Despacito" (Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber)

- "All of Me" by John Legend

- "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran

Remember, the "best" song is the one that aligns well with the performer's abilities and showcases their unique style and strengths. It should be a song that connects with the audience and resonates on an emotional level.

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