Encanto 2 Must Give Bruno the Solo Song He Deserves to Right Disney’s Wrong!

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In the possible sequel to Encanto, we could delve deeper into one of the unexplored aspects of the original story, focusing particularly on Bruno Madrigal’s character. Set in Colombia, the narrative of Encanto unfolds when Alma Madrigal and her family escape from a violent conflict that tragically claims Alma’s husband. With a magical candle in hand, they are mysteriously transported to a secure, enchanted realm where each Madrigal child receives extraordinary abilities as gifts.

Among the unforgettable and sorrowful figures in the lively Madrigal family tree from the animated film Encanto, there’s Uncle Bruno, one of the initial three Madrigal children who received a power from the magical Casita. Bruno possesses the ability to see into the future, which often leads to his isolation. The song that delves into his past, titled We Don’t Talk About Bruno, became the most popular track on Encanto‘s soundtrack, dominating both the US Billboard Hot 100 and UK Singles Chart for several consecutive weeks.

It Was Criminal That Bruno Didn’t Get A Solo Song In Encanto

Even If The Other Song About Him Was The Biggest Hit Of The Film

In the same vein as Lin-Manuel Miranda, who crafted the captivating story of Bruno, the enigmatic black sheep of the Madrigal family in Hamilton, Bruno himself remains silent and does not sing a single note within Encanto. The song We Don’t Talk About Bruno revolves around him, but it is told from the viewpoint of the numerous villagers and family members who were affected by his prophetic visions, causing them to lose their sanity as the afflictions he foretold eventually transpired.

In essence, Bruno is not given the opportunity to express his own thoughts or side of the story, even when reintroduced later in the narrative. Although his sorrowful tale seems implicit, Mirabel can empathize with Bruno’s plight because of her own isolation due to her lack of powers. Put another way, Bruno doesn’t get a solo performance. He does participate in the song All of You, but this number primarily features most members of the Madrigal family.

It’s rather unfortunate that Bruno, the character from Encanto, doesn’t get a chance to express his perspective through song, given the intrigue and enigma surrounding his near mythical figure as portrayed in “We Don’t Talk About Bruno.” This is particularly noteworthy considering John Leguizamo, who voices Bruno, is a skilled vocalist, known for powerful performances in movies like Moulin Rouge!, showcasing his abilities in “All of You,” and even singing convincingly while adopting the absurd voice of Sid the Sloth in Ice Age: The Meltdown’s “Sid’s Sing-A-Long.

What Encanto 2‘s Solo Bruno Song Could Sound Like

Bruno Is A Multifaceted Character That Provides Some Great Musical Inspiration

In the potential sequel to “Encanto,” there are numerous paths they could take for a solo song featuring Bruno. Despite being accepted by the Madrigal family by the end of “Encanto,” it might be challenging to depict Bruno adjusting to living among people once more, having been isolated in the Casita’s backrooms for years with only rats as companions. The burden of his powers, which he sees both as a curse and a gift, is a heavy psychological weight that Dolores herself acknowledges in “We Don’t Talk About Bruno.

In my perspective, a Bruno song for Encanto 2 could capture Bruno’s internal struggles by mirroring the foreboding, tense character of his unique gift. The melody might veer towards a darker or more tension-filled atmosphere compared to typical Disney anthems, possibly employing repetition or grandiose elements such as powerful choirs or dominant brass motifs to underscore the hopelessness of trying to alter the future when it’s etched upon one of Bruno’s green slates. Given the lukewarm reception of the soundtracks for Wish and Moana 2, Disney could certainly benefit from a blockbuster hit, and a Bruno song could be just the right spot to unearth that success in Encanto 2.

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2025-05-28 19:37