MOANA MOVIE
ABOUT THE SONG
"How Far I'll Go" is a powerful, emotive ballad from Disney's 2016 animated film Moana, written by Lin-Manuel Miranda and performed in the movie by Auliʻi Cravalho. Released with the film in November 2016, the song serves as Moana's anthem of longing and self-discovery, expressing her conflict between duty to her island and a deep pull toward the ocean and exploration. Notable curiosities: Lin-Manuel Miranda drew on Polynesian storytelling traditions and contemporary musical theatre sensibilities to craft a melody that feels both timeless and modern; the song was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song; multiple language versions were recorded for international releases, often performed by native artists to preserve cultural resonance; and the pop single version sung by Alessia Cara broadened the song’s radio reach. Its blend of heartfelt lyrics, soaring chorus, and cultural grounding has made "How Far I'll Go" one of the most memorable and influential songs from Moana.
