Little Mermaid: Arielвђ™s Beginning (2008) — The

: Voiced by Samuel E. Wright in his final film role before his death in 2021.

: Voiced by Jim Cummings , taking over for Kenneth Mars. Soundtrack and Music

Unlike the original film’s score by Alan Menken, the music for Ariel’s Beginning was composed by , with original songs written by Jeanine Tesori . Notable songs include: The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning (2008)

: A calypso cover performed by Samuel E. Wright and chorus.

The film features several returning voices alongside new cast members: : Voiced by Jodi Benson , reprising her iconic role. : Voiced by Samuel E

: A sentimental ballad performed by Jodi Benson.

The story opens in a time when Atlantica was filled with joy and music. Following the tragic death of , Ariel’s mother, a grief-stricken King Triton bans all music from the kingdom and enforces a strict, joyless routine for his seven daughters. Soundtrack and Music Unlike the original film’s score

: Marina Del Rey’s villainous number performed by Sally Field.