Disney Villain Songs Are Dying: Mufasa's 'Bye Bye' is Exhibit A

Disney animation once thrived on memorable villain songs, but recent years have seen a decline in quality. The article uses "Bye Bye," a song from the Mufasa: The Lion King sequel, as a prime example. It argues the song lacks creativity and impact, failing to establish the villain Kiros's personality or threat level. Compared to classic Disney villain songs, "Bye Bye" falls woefully short. The author suggests that great villain songs showcase the villain's wickedness and advance the plot, but "Bye Bye" does neither. The article concludes with a plea for Disney to revitalize its approach to villain songs and return to its former glory.