High School Musical Songs Ranked, Part 2

 The time has come for the next round of HSM Songs, Ranked. This tier is HSM: The Concert (minus Zac). Again, these are in no particular order. See if you can guess which original film is my least favorite.

You are the Music in Me (Sharpay's Version)- Sure, Sharpay can flaunt her choreography, but the fact that Troy has zero idea of what he needs to do during this means it isn't winning any "awards." And since she is in costume, this could be a dress rehearsal. Bonus point for the fog machine or pyro that startles Troy.

Gotta Go My Own Way- #2 in Gabriella's songs list, although this is technically a duet. Bonus point for the dramatic acting from both characters.

Everyday- This is a nice group song, but it is a little sleepy. I guess we could cut them some slack as this is a talent show performance at a formal event. (I suspect they sing a reprise of this as they look at the stars and Troy and Gabriella almost kiss, but I haven't seen that scene enough to know.)

All for One- This is an energetic, end of movie song. It has good choreography, a cameo from Miley Cyrus, and we sense that the characters have united, at least for now.

We're All in This Together (Graduation Version)- This is a nice ballad and is necessary for Senior Year. However, it doesn't compare to other songs within that movie.

*I have three tiers left and am not sure I will complete this series before the premiere of HSMTMTS Season 4. It may be some reading material for you during the premiere. Thanks for reading!

Currently reading: Falling Out of Time by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Currently watching: Claim to Fame and the iCarly reboot 

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