The Sweetest Songs on Steven Universe

The conflict between Pearl and Greg has a deep history. At this point in the series, we know that Pearl still aches over Rose's departure, and dislikes the fact that Rose ever chose Greg to begin with. Fans know that the two don't exactly interact well. In the musical episode, "Mr. Greg," it all comes to a head and we hear Pearl sign her grievances to the night sky. The song is heartbreaking. This episode has so many other amazing songs, such as "Both of You," "Don't Cost Nothing," and "Empire City," but this is the one that really sticks with you. The reprise of the song's chorus at the end of the episode practically demands tears from viewers. 

This song hit Steven Universe fans like a ton of bricks. While many songs in the show apply to specific characters or situations, this one is broader, and sends one simple message: breathe and let go. It's hard to not feel calmed by the sweet, slow melody, and the lyrics will help make anyone feel less stressed, even on your worst day. On top of all that, the visuals from guest animator Takafumi Hori (who did Kill La Kill) are mesmerizing. The whole song is a masterpiece. 

A lot of people argue that this is the best song in the show, and it's kind of hard to deny it. This is the first time we really hear Garnet's amazing singing voice, and she belts out this catchy and empowering tune about love and partnership. Consider we've just seen exactly what she's made of, hearing a song right afterwards about it kind of puts the icing on the cake. Take that, Jasper!

This song is one every fan has heard, but probably didn't realize was a longer, more complete song. If you take all the different sounding endings and put them together, it becomes one, long, sweet song about love, doubt, and self-worth. Really, the lyrics are heartbreaking in many ways, even though the melody is gentle and soothing. It relates to the show so well too! While the opening of the show is pretty catchy and easily could have made this list, the fact that the ending song was hidden right under our noses makes it that much more awesome. You can hear the full version, spliced together, in the attached video. 

Pretty much everyone loves the manic space Dorito known as Peridot. Hearing her sing, when she doesn't even know what music is all about, is just a treat in and of itself. To hear her sing with all the other gems, all about how the Earth is beautiful? It's enough to make one squeal. This is also the first time we really get the sense that Peridot might come around on the whole "the Earth is a planet worth saving" thing.

For a long time, many fans of the show wanted to know more about Pearl's relationship with Rose, from before and during the Gem War. Well, the episode "Sworn to the Sword" delivered, and it did so with a song. In "Do it For Her," Pearl shows Connie how to fight, but also teaches her how to value Steven's life as more important than her own. In this, we see a reflection of what Pearl used to do, constantly sacrificing her happiness and life for Rose. We even get a brief look at the gem war itself! And to get all this in a lovely duet? What more can a fan ask for?