Lin-Manuel Miranda Discusses Mufasa Soundtrack

Lin-Manuel Miranda discussed the challenges of creating a soundtrack for Disney's upcoming film 'Mufasa: The Lion King,' acknowledging the legacy left by Elton John and Tim Rice from the original 1994 soundtrack. The film, directed by Barry Jenkins, features an original story focusing on Mufasa's origin and includes a cast of voices such as Aaron Pierre and Blue Ivy Carter. Miranda expressed both excitement and nerves about his role, emphasizing the importance of crafting new music while respecting the iconic original. He highlighted the collaborative efforts with talents like Lebo M. and Mark Mancina to elevate the new songs, while only allowing himself one nostalgic reference to Hans Zimmer's score. The film is set to release in theaters on December 20, promising a fresh exploration of beloved characters.