The score for The Lion King was made by Hans Zimmer (who also scored The Prince of Egypt and Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron). The soundtrack won many awards, including two Academy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards, as well as four Grammy Awards.

Here's the content of the CD:
1. Circle of Life
2. I Just Can't Wait to Be King
3. Be Prepared
4. Hakuna Matata
5. Can You Feel the Love Tonight
6. This Land
7. ...To Die For
8. Under the Stars
9. King of Pride Rock
10. Circle of Life (Performed by Elton John)
11. I Just Can't Wait to Be King (Performed by Elton John)
12. Can You Feel the Love Tonight (Performed by Elton John)