VA - Super Mario Bros. (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (1993)

*Super Mario Bros. (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)* is the official companion album to the 1993 live‑action *Super Mario Bros.* film, released by Capitol Records the same year. This soundtrack blends a diverse array of musical styles—from soft rock and pop to acid jazz, funk‑leaning grooves, and pop rap—curated to reflect the adventurous and irreverent tone of the film. Featuring contributions from internationally acclaimed artists across multiple genres, the compilation stands as a nostalgic snapshot of early ’90s popular music within a cinematic context, with selections ranging from chart‑topping pop rock singles to remixes and lesser‑known gems tied to the film’s cultural footprint.
The album opens with Roxette’s energetic pop rock track “Almost Unreal,” a song written for the film that became a defining sonic touchpoint of the soundtrack. Throughout its runtime, the record juxtaposes upbeat rock anthems like Queen’s “Tie Your Mother Down” with the visceral guitar work of Joe Satriani’s “Speed of Light,” the edgy metal edge of Megadeth’s “Breakpoint,” and the jazzy hip‑inspired swing of US3’s “Cantaloop,” creating a musical journey that mirrors the film’s playful genre‑mixing. With contributions from both established and crossover acts, this soundtrack remains a cult favorite for fans of early ’90s cinema and soundtrack compilations alike.

Tracklist:
1. Roxette – Almost Unreal (3:59)
2. Divinyls – Love Is The Drug (4:35)
3. The Goombas Featuring George Clinton – Walk The Dinosaur (4:08)
4. Charles & Eddie – I Would Stop The World (4:24)
5. Marky Mark And The Funky Bunch* Introducing Trez – I Want You (6:11)
6. Extreme – Where Are You Going? (4:34)
7. Joe Satriani – Speed Of Light (5:10)
8. Megadeth – Breakpoint (3:29)
9. Queen – Tie Your Mother Down (3:46)
10. Us3 Featuring Rahsaan & Gerard Presencer – Cantaloop (4:29)
11. Tracie Spencer – Don't Slip Away (5:19)
12. Roxette – 2 Cinnamon Street (5:06)