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‘Look At Us Now (Honeycomb)' by Daisy Jones & The Six -

This tune performed by The Six front man Billy Dunne (Sam Claflin) and solo artist Daisy Jones (Riley Keough) is really special.

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'Purple Rain' by The Kid -

This song needs no introduction. The Kid (Prince) delivers an epic performance of the classic song 'Purple Rain' (1984).

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'That Thing You Do!' by The Wonders -

'That Thing You Do!' is a song performed by The Wonders in the 1996 movie of the same name. It's a cool, catchy '60s tune with great vocal harmonies.

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'Teacher's Pet' by School of Rock -

Jack Black's character Dewey Finn plays this tune with his band of students in 'School of Rock' (2003). The tune, originally written by Sammy James Jr. from The Mooney Suzuki, is a banger. 

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'Scotty Doesn’t Know' by Lustra -

This catchy pop-punk tune from the 2004 movie 'Eurotrip' is performed by Matt Damon's character.

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'3 Small Words' by Josie and the Pussycats -

'3 Small Words' is a cool, all-girl punk tune that will leave you with a smile on your face while watching 'Josie and the Pussycats' (2001).

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‘Best of Both Worlds' by Hannah Montana -

This is a fun tune from the 2006 movie 'Hannah Montana.' It certainly helps that Hannah Montana is Miley Cyrus!

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‘Falling Slowly' by Guy and Girl -

The real song in 'Once' (2007) was not written by an Irish busker, but by the man who played him: Glen Hansard.

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‘Shallow’ by Jackson Maine and Ally -

Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper sing one of the greatest songs by fictional music artists. Their hit, ‘Shallow,’ from 'A Star Is Born' (2018), made its way through the music charts.

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'A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow' by Mitch & Mickey -

In the movie  'A Mighty Wind' (2003), the song 'A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow' could well be a folk classic.

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‘Walk Hard' by Dewey Cox -

'Walk Hard' (2007) is full of great rock n' roll tunes. This Johnny Cash-esque one may be a parody, but it's well worth a listen.

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‘Fever Dog' by Stillwater -

The fictional band from 'Almost Famous' (2000) have a number of cool tracks. This particular one was written by Nancy Wilson.

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‘Big Bottom' by Spinal Tap -

The parody heavy metal band in 'This Is Spinal Tap' (1984) has some amazing tunes, and ‘Big Bottom' is certainly one of them.

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‘He Still Loves Me' by The Fighting Temptations -

The warm combination of soul and gospel in Beyoncé Knowles' voice in 'The Fighting Temptations' (2003) is definitely worth a spot on this list.

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‘Way Back Into Love' by Cora Corman and Alex Fletcher -

This one from 'Music & Lyrics' (2007) is a rather cheesy duet number, but it's worth a listen!

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‘Tonight Is What It Means to Be Young' by Ellen Aim and the Attackers -

'Streets of Fire' (1984) has some of the greatest songs by a fictional music artist. ‘Tonight Is What It Means to Be Young,' is one of them, as is 'Nowhere Fast.' The real voice behind Diane Lane's character was Laurie Sargent.

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‘Straight Outta Locash’ by CB4 -

Chris Rock plays wannabe gangsta rapper Albert in 'CB4' (1993). He sings a funny parody version of the N.W.A. classic 'Straight Outta Compton.'

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‘Light of Day’ by The Barbusters -

A fictional band with Joan Jett and Michael J. Fox? Yes, please! The song in the film 'Light of Day' (1987) was written by Bruce Springsteen.

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'We Are Sex Bob-omb' by Sex Bob-omb -

This tune from 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' (2010) was written by a real music artist: Beck. Yes, that Beck!

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‘I Think I Love You' by The Partridge Family -

No fictional family band rocks as much as The Partridge Family!

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‘Finest Girl’ by Conner4Real -

This funny pop-rap tune from 'Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping' (2016) could well be a hit in real life.

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‘It Don’t Worry Me' by Winifred Albuquerque -

'Nashville' (1975) has a great scene where Winifred (Barbara Harris) performs this unforgettable tune.

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‘You’re So Beautiful' by Jamal -

Arguably one of the best R&B tunes in TV history, this track from 'Empire' is certainly worth a listen.

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‘Please Mr. Kennedy' by The John Glenn Singers -

This song from 'Inside Llewyn Davis' (2013) was co-written by Justin Timberlake, Ed Rush, George Cromarty, T Bone Burnett, and the Coen brothers.

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‘Earache My Eye' by Alice Bowie -

Alice Bowie from 'Up In Smoke' (1978) encapsulates the rock stardom of Alice Cooper and David Bowie, with a touch of delusion and a big ego. ‘Earache My Eye' is, however, a solid rock tune that deserves a listen.

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‘Cheese and Onions’ by The Rutles -

This tune from 'All You Need Is Cash' (1978) could well be a real Beatles ballad. That's how good it is!

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‘On the Dark Side' by Eddie and the Cruisers -

This song, from the 1983 movie of the same name, is a high-energy rock tune that certainly deserves a spot on this list.

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‘Bashir With the Good Beard' by We Are Lady Parts -

If you're looking for a female punk rock band with a cool Muslim guitarist, you'll find the perfect one in 'We Are Lady Parts' (2021). Their song ‘Bashir With the Good Beard' is such a great tune!

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‘Drive It Like You Stole It’ by Sing Street -

This track from 'Sing Street' (2016) is performed by a fictional band of Irish kids from the '80s. 

Sources: (Rolling Stone)

See also: Famous actors who are also musicians

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