Animated movie villain songs have a way of stealing the scene and becoming fan favorites, even when they are not from Disney classics. Here are 10 of the best animated movie villain songs that hail from films not under the Disney umbrella:

1. “Other Father Song” from Coraline – Composed by They Might Be Giants, this song is deceptively cheery while hinting at the malevolent intentions of Coraline’s Other Father in the parallel universe.

2. “Playing With The Big Boys” from The Prince of Egypt – Sang by Steve Martin and Martin Short as the high priests Hotep and Huy, this song from Dreamworks’ retelling of Moses’ story is both intimidating and catchy.

3. “My Evil Plan to Save the World” from Hoodwinked! – This song is a comedic monologue-turned-musical number by the Evil Ski Team leader, showcasing his plan under the guise of environmentalism.

4. “Toxic Love” from FernGully: The Last Rainforest – Tim Curry lends his voice to Hexxus, singing about pollution and destruction with a sultry and ominous tone in this environmental animation.

5. “Hit Me Up” from Happy Feet – Sung by Brittany Murphy, this song while not a villain song in traditional sense, reflects the character’s rebel nature against the conformist society showcased in the film.

6. “You Can’t Stop The Girl” from Anastasia – While this song is an empowering anthem sung primarily by protagonist Anya, Rasputin’s dark villainy contrasts throughout the film through other musical cues surrounding his character.

7. “The Time Of Your Life” from A Bug’s Life – Composed by Randy Newman and sung by Kevin Spacey as Hopper, this song illustrates his manipulative prowess over the ant colony.

8. “Let Us Hear Your Voice” from The Oblongs – Sung by Milo Oblong and assorted freaks facing off against corporate corruption and environmental degradation; it’s quirky, slightly unnerving but memorable.

9. “Friends on the Other Side” from The Princess and The Frog – Though it comes from a Disney movie originally, this cover version by Steam Powered Giraffe brings a unique twist that sets it apart, reimagining Dr. Facilier’s classic in a steampunk aesthetic.

10. “When You’re Big” from Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving – This boastful number is performed by a trio of bullying dinosaurs expressing their superiority complex and natural order in their prehistoric world.

While Disney may own some iconic villain tunes, these tracks remind us that memorable musical malevolence isn’t exclusive to one studio. They all encapsulate their character’s essence with melody, lyrics, and often a dash of dark humor or irony that make them stand out in animated cinema history.