Will Smith - Friend Like Me (from Aladdin) 〈Top〉

: While the original version by Robin Williams was a big band/swing number, Smith's rendition infuses modern hip-hop and rap elements.

Will Smith puts a hip-hop spin on "Friend Like Me" for Aladdin. Will Smith - Friend Like Me (from Aladdin)

performed a reimagined version of the classic song " Friend Like Me " for the 2019 live-action remake of Disney's Aladdin . Released by Walt Disney Records on May 22, 2019 , the track serves as both an in-film musical number and a high-energy end-credits theme featuring DJ Khaled . Musical Style & Production : While the original version by Robin Williams

: Smith revealed that he found his "spin" on the character by sampling the drum beat from the Honeydrippers' "Impeach the President," allowing him to deliver a "Fresh Prince-style" flow. Will Smith - Friend Like Me (from Aladdin)