Bill Conti – gonna fly now
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A truly inspirational piece that transcends time possibly because the movie and this song are strongly intertwined. Gonna Fly Now is an original composition by Bill Conti and lyrics by Carol Connors and Ayn Robbins. It is the theme of the movie Rocky. The song was nominated for Best Original Song in the 49th Academy Awards in 1977 where Rocky the movie received Best Picture and Best Director awards.
What we like
- This music is an extension of the story line of the movie. It captures the struggle and the determination to succeed against all odds
- Simple words capture each stage of the struggle which emphasize the music and the finale of the song with the words fly, fly, fly…
Mind experience
- This music inspires us to do our best, working hard at it no matter what others may say. With a reminder that it takes effort to get stronger in any area
- What changes in your life have you been thinking about?
To think about
- Getting strong now
won’t be long now
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