The Crown season 6 is back with some royal drama along with a perfect 90s music fest for its fans

From George Michael to Daft Punk, How &#8216;The Crown&#8217; Offered Fans a Complete 90s Fiesta

It takes a solid team of actors and directors to come together and weave a
narrative that blows people’s minds. And one perfect song or background score to
elevate the seriousness of the same. Netflix’s The Crown
[https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-crown/] understood the assignment really
well. Beyond its acclaimed casting and nuanced handling of royal controversies,
the first part of season 6 is getting praised left and right for its impeccable
choice of songs. That too groovy 90s hit.

There is no doubt that the 90s anthems have woven a tapestry of nostalgia and
emotional depth that also has contributed to captivating the fans even more.
With that, let’s look at the hits that made their way to the latest installment.


 THE CROWN HITS THAT TRANSPORT YOU BACK TO A 90S PARTY

To begin with, music has always been central to the show, often encapsulating
the emotions of its characters and the ongoing themes. Whether it was Vanessa
Kirby’s Princess Margaret vibing to ‘Beggin’ by The Four Seasons in Season 1 or
Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s dance scene on ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’
rendition in Season 4, the show is rife with moments where music enriches the
narrative. This season was no less, seamlessly integrating the prowess of George
Michael and the electronic music band Daft Punk, further enriching the
storytelling.


1. TUBTHUMPING BY CHUMBAWAMBA

Season 6 opened, with Dodi Fayed and Princess Diana’s car entering the tunnel
where the crash occurred. While fans did not appreciate the representation of
it, claiming it was misleading as to how Prince Harry explained the happenings,
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-unlike-prince-harry-version-the-crown-depicts-this-princess-diana-scene-differently/]
the choice of the song, ‘Tubthumping’ by Chumbawamba fit exactly well. From the
witness, the story rolls back to eight weeks before the car crash where Diana
was the driver taking the two princes to the Prime Minister’s house.



“I get knocked down, but I get up again,” the lyrics fit well to the scene in
question, beautifully encapsulating the stiff Royal backdrop in the show. 


2. FASTLOVE BY GEORGE MICHAEL

One of the grooviest 90s numbers, ‘Fastlove’ appears when Lady Di is seen taking
her boys to a vacation in Paris, France. While it does add a fun vibe to the
scene, the song selection could also be a cheeky nod to the People’s Princess’
long friendship with the ‘Careless Whispers’ singer. Not only this, even the
song, ‘Spinning the Wheel’ made to the show when the Queen inquires as to what
Princess Diana is up to again in the South of France.



Even the singer has cherished his friendship with the late Princess, who made
him “feel like an ordinary person,” throughout the course of their friendship.

ALSO READ: Two Big Names Reprise Their Roles One Last Time for ‘The Crown’
Season 6
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-two-big-names-reprise-their-roles-one-last-time-for-the-crown-season-six/]


3. WALKIN’ ON THE SUN BY SMASHMOUTH

Having had their iconic songs ‘All Star’ and ‘I’m a Believer’ in the animated
feature Shrek, nobody could have imagined their fun songs to debut among the
seriousness of The Crown. However, the 90s punchy and highly infectious track,
‘Walkin’ on the Sun’ found its place in the show. The song was seen to be
playing when Princess Diana, her sons, and Dodi Fayed were seen swimming one
after the other on Fayed’s yacht.



While it beautifully captured the liveliness of the show, it also fit well the
theme of a new relationship in Princess Diana’s life.


4. DA FUNK BY DAFT PUNK

Though Daft Punk’s split back in 2021, crushed the hearts of many, their music
still finds its place in many iconic movies and shows like Iron Man. And this
time, their song, ‘Da Funk’ landed on The Crown. The song made its appearance in
the second episode that shows two photographers in contrast: one with a hunter
approach Mario Brenna and another Duncan Muir with a hustle approach to capture
the royal family.



The song plays with Brenna explaining his ‘hunter approach’ and then even
juxtaposing to the later half where he was seen clicking pictures. The vibey
charm captures the spirit of his hustle approach quite well.

ALSO READ: Elizabeth Debicki Starrer ‘The Crown’ Season 6 Reveals the Reason
Behind Princess Diana Being “the most remarkable human being”
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-hollywood-news-elizabeth-debicki-starrer-the-crown-season-six-reveals-the-reason-behind-princess-diana-being-the-most-remarkable-human-being/]

Indeed, the latest season is nothing less than a 90s treat for the fans. Which
is your favorite song from the list? Let us know in the comments below.

Itti Mahajan

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It takes a solid team of actors and directors to come together and weave a narrative that blows people&#8217;s minds. And one perfect song or background score to elevate the seriousness of the same. Netflix&#8217;s </span><a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-crown/"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Crown</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> understood the assignment really well. Beyond its <strong>acclaimed casting and nuanced handling of royal controversies</strong>, the first part of season 6 is getting praised left and right for its impeccable choice of songs. That too groovy 90s hit.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There is no doubt that the 90s anthems have woven a tapestry of nostalgia and emotional depth that also has contributed to captivating the fans even more. With that, let&#8217;s look at the hits that made their way to the latest installment.</span></p>
<h2><b> The Crown hits that transport you back to a 90s party</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To begin with, music has always been central to the show, often encapsulating the emotions of its characters and the ongoing themes. <strong>Whether it was Vanessa Kirby&#8217;s Princess Margaret vibing to &#8216;Beggin&#8217; by The Four Seasons in Season 1 or Prince Charles and Princess Diana&#8217;s dance scene on &#8216;Can&#8217;t Take My Eyes Off You&#8217; rendition in Season 4, the show is rife with moments where music enriches the narrative.</strong> This season was no less, seamlessly integrating the prowess of George Michael and the electronic music band Daft Punk, further enriching the storytelling.</span></p>
<h3><b>1. Tubthumping by Chumbawamba</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Season 6 opened, with Dodi Fayed and Princess Diana&#8217;s car entering the tunnel where the crash occurred.</span><a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-unlike-prince-harry-version-the-crown-depicts-this-princess-diana-scene-differently/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">While fans did not appreciate the representation of it, claiming it was misleading as to how Prince Harry explained the happenings,</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the choice of the song, &#8216;Tubthumping&#8217; by Chumbawamba fit exactly well. From the witness, the story rolls back to eight weeks before the car crash where Diana was the driver taking the two princes to the Prime Minister&#8217;s house.</span></p>
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Chumbawamba - Tubthumping" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2H5uWRjFsGc?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
<p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8220;I get knocked down, but I get up again,&#8221;</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the lyrics fit well to the scene in question, beautifully encapsulating the stiff Royal backdrop in the show. </span></p>
<h3><b>2. Fastlove by George Michael</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the grooviest 90s numbers,<strong> &#8216;Fastlove&#8217; appears when Lady Di is seen taking her boys to a vacation in Paris, France.</strong> While it does add a fun vibe to the scene, the song selection could also be a cheeky nod to the People&#8217;s Princess&#8217; long friendship with the &#8216;Careless Whispers&#8217; singer. <strong>Not only this, even the song, &#8216;Spinning the Wheel&#8217; made to the show when the Queen inquires as to what Princess Diana is up to again in the South of France.</strong></span></p>
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="George Michael - Fastlove (Official Video)" width="1170" height="878" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SHAQlFq6TFg?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Even the singer has cherished his friendship with the late Princess, who made him </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8220;feel like an ordinary person,&#8221;</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> throughout the course of their friendship.</span></p>
<p><strong>ALSO READ:</strong> <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-two-big-names-reprise-their-roles-one-last-time-for-the-crown-season-six/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Two Big Names Reprise Their Roles One Last Time for &#8216;The Crown&#8217; Season 6</a></p>
<h3><b>3. Walkin’ on the Sun by Smashmouth</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Having had their iconic songs &#8216;All Star&#8217; and &#8216;I&#8217;m a Believer&#8217; in the animated feature <em>Shrek</em>, nobody could have imagined their fun songs to debut among the seriousness of <em>The Crown</em>. <strong>However, the 90s punchy and highly infectious track, &#8216;Walkin&#8217; on the Sun&#8217; found its place in the show.</strong> The song was seen to be playing when Princess Diana, her sons, and Dodi Fayed were seen swimming one after the other on Fayed&#8217;s yacht.</span></p>
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Smash Mouth - Walkin&#039; On The Sun (Official Music Video)" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LQj--Kjn0z8?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While it beautifully captured the liveliness of the show, it also fit well the theme of a new relationship in Princess Diana&#8217;s life.</span></p>
<h3>4. Da Funk by Daft Punk</h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Though Daft Punk&#8217;s split back in 2021, crushed the hearts of many, their music still finds its place in many iconic movies and shows like <em>Iron Man</em>. And this time, their song, &#8216;Da Funk&#8217; landed on <em>The Crown</em>. <strong>The song made its appearance in the second episode that shows two photographers in contrast: one with a hunter approach Mario Brenna and another Duncan Muir with a hustle approach to capture the royal family.</strong></span></p>
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Daft Punk - Da Funk (Official Audio)" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PwILkY9gRrc?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The song plays with Brenna explaining his &#8216;hunter approach&#8217; and then even juxtaposing to the later half where he was seen clicking pictures. The vibey charm captures the spirit of his hustle approach quite well.</span></p>
<p><strong>ALSO READ:</strong> <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-hollywood-news-elizabeth-debicki-starrer-the-crown-season-six-reveals-the-reason-behind-princess-diana-being-the-most-remarkable-human-being/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Elizabeth Debicki Starrer ‘The Crown’ Season 6 Reveals the Reason Behind Princess Diana Being “the most remarkable human being”</a></p>
<p>Indeed, the latest season is nothing less than a 90s treat for the fans. Which is your favorite song from the list? Let us know in the comments below.</p>


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