The Good the Bad and the Ugly

"The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" is a famous instrumental score composed by Ennio Morricone. The song is originally in the key of E minor. It was written for the 1966 spaghetti Western film of the same name, directed by Sergio Leone. The soundtrack gained immense popularity and has since become one of Morricone's most recognizable compositions. The melody is characterized by its haunting whistling motif, accompanied by a distinctive arrangement of electric guitars, trumpets, and a chorus. Notably, the song was performed by a host of musicians and orchestras over the years, solidifying its status as an iconic piece of Western film music.