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Rock Stars' Secret Life: Cartoon Theme Song Writers Revealed!
3 Dec
Summary
- Musicians like Mark Mothersbaugh and Danny Elfman wrote cartoon themes.
- Artists such as Solange and Christina Milian performed theme songs.
- The article highlights nine cartoon themes written by famous musicians.

Numerous celebrated musicians have lent their talents to the world of animation, creating memorable theme songs for children's programming. While some artists, like Aerosmith's Joe Perry or Christina Milian, have performed pre-written themes, others have taken on the role of composers.
Iconic figures from the rock and alternative scenes, including Devo's Mark Mothersbaugh and Oingo Boingo's Danny Elfman, are among those who have written music for animated series. They Might Be Giants, Weezer's Rivers Cuomo, Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump, and blink-182's Mark Hoppus also feature in this creative lineup.
These contributions span various genres and target audiences, from shows about babies and superheroes to adaptations of classic children's literature. The resulting songs often become as beloved as the cartoons they represent, embedding themselves in the memories of families worldwide.




