A True, True Friend and What I'm Made of: Two of my Favorite Songs

A True, True Friend, by Daniel Ingram. Appearance: My Little Pony Friendship: is Magic episode 'Magical Mystery Cure'

A bit of an odd choice to the average person, since it's from a cartoon and probably wouldn't be considered a 'real song' to hardcore music listeners. But the truth of the matter is the show is filled with music that is a light in this very dark world. While there have been many songs in it on friendship, none are quite like A True, True Friend. This song relates to what's happening in the episode, but can still be heard on its own. It's about what being a real friend is like.

A True, True Friend helps a friend in need
A friend will be there to help them see

It has a really nice message telling the viewers/listeners what a real friend should be like. The fact that it's genuine and insanely catchy (and of course since I like the show) is why it's one of my all time favorites. Reading an interview on Daniel Ingram has shown me he puts a lot of heart into each song, making them genuine with a great message to behold. A True, True Friend is a prime example, I look forward to seeing future songs he'll bring to the table.

What I'm Made of by Crush 40. Appearance: Sonic Heroes

Another strange choice, since this song is featured in a video game. One of the things I like about Crush 40's work is that while the music is in relation to the events in their respective games, the songs themselves can be listened to on their own and something could be taken out of them. Examples include Live and Learn and Open Your Heart. What I'm Made of is my favorite for a few reasons. It's a power-encourager with an upbeat tone and motivating lyrics.

Try to reach inside of me
Try to take my energy
Let me show you just what I'm made of!

The song is talking about what's happening within the game of course, but if one listens to it, they can easily enjoy and take something out of it. Having the courage to fully show what you're capable of, not letting another bring you down and drain your energy. It's just a great song to listen to when one is happy or down. I've supported Crush 40 for many years, they're always producing quality work that sadly hasn't been heard all too much outside the gaming world.

The Top 4 Background Ponies of Friendship is Magic

Usually when you watch a cartoon you'll spot numerous 'background characters.' They for the most part don't get any lines and are just there to say people (or animals) are walking about. That doesn't apply to My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. Yup, a lot of these background characters actually do get lines and, get this, become fan favorites. Here I list what I think are the top 4 best of the bunch, but they're all cool in the end.

Lyra 

Lyra may have one of the greatest names of the entire series. She is easily one of the most recognizable background Ponies, thanks to her unique misty green color and Lyre Cutie Mark. She also has the honor of being in the center of the mind-controlled Bridesmaids.

Bon Bon

Bon Bon might just be the most recognizable background Pony, thanks to her curly mane and colors. I wouldn't be surprised if she appeared in almost every episode. She's always there in the background, whether she be walking or hanging out with Lyra. Now what puts her ahead of Lyra besides being more recognizable are her appearances in The Last Roundup. When Applejack is departing, she is the only background Pony there seeing her off, everyone else is Mane 6 and family. Then in the surprise party, she's the only non-Mane 6/family member there, that's pretty cool, that must mean she's good friends with Applejack. Her and Lyra are best pals in the show.

Amethyst Star

Amethyst appears throughout the show. Yes, she is a color palette swap of Lyra, but do you know why I rank her so high? Her only speaking role is in The Mysterious Mare Do Well, and she's awesome in it. Her voice is awesome, her attitude against Rainbow Dash is awesome, she is awesome.

Like a boss.

And finally the one and only...

Derpy

Were you expecting someone else? Of course not! It all started with a simple error on a gray Pegasus, that error transformed her into the fan favorite background Pony. She has quite a few appearances throughout the show, (even taking on the mayor!) you can always tell by her yellow spiky hair and of course her derped eyes. It wasn't until The Last Roundup where she got her a speaking role, which erupted into a controversy. Still, there's no denying that Derpy is the greatest background character ever.