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==Composition== | ==Composition== | ||
In its original appearance, "King Dedede's Theme" plays in natural E-flat minor and 4/4, and is based on a single primary intonation, that being a descending minor third. This | In its original appearance, "King Dedede's Theme" plays in natural E-flat minor and 4/4, and is based on a single primary intonation, that being a descending minor third. This intonation can be found in the short dominant intro, and repeatedly throughout the melody, which plays twice in different registers. | ||
From ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' onwards, the theme is more frequently featured in C minor and has a new section. This first begins with a minor variation of "[[Peanut Plains (theme)|Peanut Plains]]" with more static phrasing. After it reaches its lower point, this continues with the middle section of "Peanut Plains", rhythmically modified to somewhat resemble the middle section of "[[Green Greens (theme)|Green Greens]]", before culminating in descending scale-like passages not unlike those from "[[Kirby's Triumphant Return]]", after which the base track loops. | From ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' onwards, the theme is more frequently featured in C minor and has a new section. This first begins with a minor variation of "[[Peanut Plains (theme)|Peanut Plains]]" with more static phrasing. After it reaches its lower point, this continues with the middle section of "Peanut Plains", rhythmically modified to somewhat resemble the middle section of "[[Green Greens (theme)|Green Greens]]", before culminating in descending scale-like passages not unlike those from "[[Kirby's Triumphant Return]]", after which the base track loops. The descending passages are also occasionally used as an intro, such as in the Super Famicom version of ''Kirby's Star Stacker''. | ||
The new section introduced in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' and brought back in ''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]'' is also based on a more static version of "Peanut Plains", with the rhythmic qualities of the ''Star Allies'' version in particular giving a somewhat sassy tone to the composition. | |||
==Game appearances== | ==Game appearances== | ||
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===''Kirby Super Star''=== | ===''Kirby Super Star''=== | ||
In ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'', the final boss battle with King Dedede on Mt. Dedede in [[Spring Breeze]] is where his theme first got its second section based on motifs of this game and became the full theme, which has persisted to the present. It is also used during his battle in [[The Arena]]. This version can be found as Track 11 in the game's [[Jukebox/Kirby Super Star|Sound Test]]. | In ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'', the final boss battle with King Dedede on Mt. Dedede in [[Spring Breeze]] is where his theme first got its second section based on motifs of this game and became the full theme, which has persisted to the present. It is also used during his battle in [[The Arena]]. This version can be found as Track 11 in the game's [[Jukebox/Kirby Super Star|Sound Test]], and is named '''デデデ大王のテーマ''' (''King Dedede's Theme'') in the ''[[Kirby Ultra Super Deluxe Original Sound Track]]''. | ||
===''Kirby's Dream Land 3''=== | ===''Kirby's Dream Land 3''=== | ||
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===''Kirby Super Star Ultra''=== | ===''Kirby Super Star Ultra''=== | ||
In ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'', "King Dedede's Theme" is remixed with the [[Nintendo DS]] sound chip, similar to other remixed songs from ''Kirby Super Star''. It's still used during the boss battle with King Dedede in [[Spring Breeze]] and [[The Arena]]. This version can be found as Track 012 in the game's [[Jukebox/Kirby Super Star|Sound Test]]. | In ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'', "King Dedede's Theme" is remixed with the [[Nintendo DS]] sound chip, similar to other remixed songs from ''Kirby Super Star''. It's still used during the boss battle with King Dedede in [[Spring Breeze]] and [[The Arena]]. This version can be found as Track 012 in the game's [[Jukebox/Kirby Super Star|Sound Test]], and also in the ''Kirby Ultra Super Deluxe Original Sound Track'', under the name '''デデデ大王のテーマ''' (''King Dedede's Theme''). | ||
Additionally, the opening cutscene of [[Revenge of the King]] (track 084 in the Sound Test) features an eerie, rhythmically loose arrangement of "King Dedede's Theme" based on its main melody. | |||
{{main|Masked Dedede's Theme}} | {{main|Masked Dedede's Theme}} | ||
In Revenge of the King, King Dedede's Theme is remixed to create a specific new version associated with [[Masked Dedede]]: '''"[[Masked Dedede's Theme]]"''', also known as "The Masked King" (track 29 on ''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition Compilation Soundtrack]]''). It is arranged in a much faster tempo than the original version and appears to take influence from the remix of the theme from the Super Famicom version of ''Kirby's Star Stacker''. This version of the theme has reappeared in many later titles, which can be seen on its own page. | In Revenge of the King, "King Dedede's Theme" is remixed to create a specific new version associated with [[Masked Dedede]]: '''"[[Masked Dedede's Theme]]"''', also known as "The Masked King" (track 29 on ''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition Compilation Soundtrack]]''). It is arranged in a much faster tempo than the original version and appears to take influence from the remix of the theme from the Super Famicom version of ''Kirby's Star Stacker''. This version of the theme has reappeared in many later titles, which can be seen on its own page. | ||
{{main|The King and the Sun}} | |||
When clearing Revenge of the King, the theme '''"[[The King and the Sun]]"''' plays in the cutscene of the same name, which is a remix of "King Dedede's Theme" in the style of "[[My Friend and the Sunset]]". This version can be found as track 088 in the game's Sound Test. The title theme of Revenge of the King (track 085 in the Sound Test) also features an arrangement of "King Dedede's Theme" based on "The King and the Sun". | |||
===''Kirby's Epic Yarn'' / ''Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn''=== | ===''Kirby's Epic Yarn'' / ''Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn''=== | ||
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This track is titled "Dedede's Tridimensional Cannon" on the ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot Original Soundtrack]]'', and can be found as Track 51 in the ''Kirby: Planet Robobot''{{'}}s [[Jukebox]]. The Japanese title of this remix is '''{{furi|伝導|でんどう}}{{furi|電磁式|でんじしき}}{{furi|三連砲|さんれんほう}}：D.D.D.''' (''Electromagnetically Conducted Triple Turret Cannon: D.D.D.''). The romaji of 伝導電磁 (electromagnetic conduction) from the track name is '''''d'''en'''d'''ō '''d'''enji'', making it a pun on his name. | This track is titled "Dedede's Tridimensional Cannon" on the ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot Original Soundtrack]]'', and can be found as Track 51 in the ''Kirby: Planet Robobot''{{'}}s [[Jukebox]]. The Japanese title of this remix is '''{{furi|伝導|でんどう}}{{furi|電磁式|でんじしき}}{{furi|三連砲|さんれんほう}}：D.D.D.''' (''Electromagnetically Conducted Triple Turret Cannon: D.D.D.''). The romaji of 伝導電磁 (electromagnetic conduction) from the track name is '''''d'''en'''d'''ō '''d'''enji'', making it a pun on his name. | ||
In addition, the "Cart Run" version from ''Kirby: Canvas Curse'' reappears unaltered in ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' in [[Rhythm Route - Stage 7 EX]]. | In addition, the "Cart Run" version from ''Kirby: Canvas Curse'' reappears unaltered in ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' in [[Rhythm Route - Stage 7 EX]], and the ''Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe'' arrangement plays in both the Other Games menu for said game and in the [[HAL Room]] in [[Access Ark - Stage 1]]. | ||
===''Kirby's Blowout Blast''=== | ===''Kirby's Blowout Blast''=== | ||
In ''[[Kirby's Blowout Blast]]'', "King Dedede's Theme" for his standard battle is remixed in the original higher key from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land]]''. Only the first section plays in the battle with King Dedede in Level 5 (EX), while the second section from ''Kirby Super Star'' is added in addition to the first for the battle with King Dedede's Revenge on the [[Kirby's Blowout Blast - Secret Path|Secret Path]], still in the original higher key and with other very small musical changes compared to the first remix in the game. | In ''[[Kirby's Blowout Blast]]'', "King Dedede's Theme" for his standard battle is remixed in the original higher key from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land]]''. Only the first section plays in the battle with King Dedede in Level 5 (EX), while the second section from ''Kirby Super Star'' is added in addition to the first for the battle with King Dedede's Revenge on the [[Kirby's Blowout Blast - Secret Path|Secret Path]], still in the original higher key and with other very small musical changes compared to the first remix in the game. | ||
An arrangement similar to the ''Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe'' title theme plays if King Dedede's [[amiibo]] is used. However, this version is subtly different; the timpani at beginning is removed, and the missing portion of the second section is re-added. | |||
===''Kirby Battle Royale''=== | ===''Kirby Battle Royale''=== | ||
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===''Kirby Star Allies''=== | ===''Kirby Star Allies''=== | ||
In ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', a new version of "King Dedede's Theme" plays during his boss battle. It's arranged by [[Hirokazu Ando]] and titled '''"Macho of Dedede"'''.<ref>''Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe'' Jukebox</ref> It's an orchestral arrangement of the theme, with a new segment before the usual melody plays. It also features notable usage of electric bass. "Macho of Dedede" can be found as Track 16 in the ''Kirby Star Allies'' [[Jukebox]]. | In ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', a new version of "King Dedede's Theme" plays during his boss battle. It's arranged by [[Hirokazu Ando]] and titled '''"Macho of Dedede"'''.<ref>''Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe'' Jukebox</ref> It's an orchestral arrangement of the theme, with a new segment before the usual melody plays. It also features notable usage of electric bass. "Macho of Dedede" can be found as Track 16 in the ''Kirby Star Allies'' [[Jukebox]]. | ||
The ''Kirby's Blowout Blast'' arrangement plays in the [[HAL Room]] in [[Fruity Forest]]. On the official soundtrack, this version is mistakenly credited as coming from ''Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe''. | |||
On the [[Clash at Castle Dedede]] stage and during the battle with [[Grand Mam]], a new remix including "[[A New Wind for Tomorrow]]" and "King Dedede's Theme" is played. On ''Kirby Star Allies: The Original Soundtrack'', it is titled '''ゆうかんなるものたちへ''' (''For Those Who Are Brave''). | On the [[Clash at Castle Dedede]] stage and during the battle with [[Grand Mam]], a new remix including "[[A New Wind for Tomorrow]]" and "King Dedede's Theme" is played. On ''Kirby Star Allies: The Original Soundtrack'', it is titled '''ゆうかんなるものたちへ''' (''For Those Who Are Brave''). | ||
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An unreleased arrangement of the theme appears during [[Max Flexer]]'s workout in the Japanese version of the [[Fitness Fiend]] episode in ''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]''. The same arrangement can be heard during [[King Dedede (anime character)|King Dedede]]'s nighttime party in the Japanese version of [[Power Ploy]]. | An unreleased arrangement of the theme appears during [[Max Flexer]]'s workout in the Japanese version of the [[Fitness Fiend]] episode in ''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]''. The same arrangement can be heard during [[King Dedede (anime character)|King Dedede]]'s nighttime party in the Japanese version of [[Power Ploy]]. | ||
Starting with ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'', the ''Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe'' title theme represents its game of origin on the [[Past Adventures]] menu. | |||
The "Crash! Mid-Boss Tower" remix from ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land'' is featured in the "Kirby's Dream Land Medley" in ''[[wikipedia:Taiko no Tatsujin|Taiko no Tatsujin]]''. | The "Crash! Mid-Boss Tower" remix from ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land'' is featured in the "Kirby's Dream Land Medley" in ''[[wikipedia:Taiko no Tatsujin|Taiko no Tatsujin]]''. | ||
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In ''[[The Sound of Kirby Café 2]]'', the ''Kirby's Star Stacker'' (Super Famicom) version of the theme is featured and remixed at a slower tempo for Track 6, '''王様きらきらフルコース''' (''The King's Sparkling Full Course''). | In ''[[The Sound of Kirby Café 2]]'', the ''Kirby's Star Stacker'' (Super Famicom) version of the theme is featured and remixed at a slower tempo for Track 6, '''王様きらきらフルコース''' (''The King's Sparkling Full Course''). | ||
The Secret Song for the Dedede Arena Battle Stage is re-used as the theme for when 50-11 players remain in a round of ''[[harddrop:Tetris 99|Tetris 99]]'' during the ''Kirby Fighters 2'' Maximus Cup. | |||
"Macho of Dedede" was performed live at the [[Kirby 30th Anniversary Music Festival]] as part of ''King Dedede Medley'', along with "[[VS. Robo Dedede]]" and "[[Masked Dedede's Theme]]". | "Macho of Dedede" was performed live at the [[Kirby 30th Anniversary Music Festival]] as part of ''King Dedede Medley'', along with "[[VS. Robo Dedede]]" and "[[Masked Dedede's Theme]]". | ||
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*There are two main naming patterns for remixes of King Dedede's Theme in recent games: | *There are two main naming patterns for remixes of King Dedede's Theme in recent games: | ||
** '''"(subject) of Dedede"''', based on [[The Revenge]] ("Revenge of Dedede" in Japanese). This is the basis for '''"[[History of Dedede]]"''', '''"Macho of Dedede"''', and '''"Roar of Dedede"'''. | ** '''"(subject) of Dedede"''', based on [[The Revenge]] ("Revenge of Dedede" in Japanese). This is the basis for '''"[[History of Dedede]]"''', '''"Macho of Dedede"''', and '''"Roar of Dedede"'''. | ||
** '''"Dedede's (subject)"''' or '''"(subject): D.D.D."''' This is the basis for '''"Dedede's Royal Payback"''' (in Japanese, '''" | ** '''"Dedede's (subject)"''' or '''"(subject): D.D.D."''' This is the basis for '''"Dedede's Royal Payback"''' (in Japanese, '''"Return to the Throne: D.D.D."'''), '''"[[Dedede's Tridimensional Cannon]]"''' (in Japanese, '''"Electromagnetically Conducted Triple Turret Cannon: D.D.D."''') and '''"Masked and Wild: D.D.D."''' | ||
*The opening notes of "Roar of Dedede" are nearly identical to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uf_oL_LRTl4 the theme song] of [[wikipedia:Rodan|Rodan]] from ''[[wikipedia:Destroy All Monsters|Destroy All Monsters]]''. Given that Rodan is a prehistoric bird-like pteranodon, and "Roar of Dedede" is used for the bird-like Dedede under the control of the wild Beast Pack, a connection between the two would be fitting. | *The opening notes of "Roar of Dedede" are nearly identical to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uf_oL_LRTl4 the theme song] of [[wikipedia:Rodan|Rodan]] from ''[[wikipedia:Destroy All Monsters|Destroy All Monsters]]''. Given that Rodan is a prehistoric bird-like pteranodon, and "Roar of Dedede" is used for the bird-like Dedede under the control of the wild Beast Pack, a connection between the two would be fitting. | ||
*The specific iteration of King Dedede's Theme that has been featured in the most ''Kirby'' games is the ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]'' version, with four appearances (its original appearance, and all three versions of [[Kirby Fighters]]). The runner-up, the ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' version, has been featured in three ''Kirby'' games (its original appearance, ''[[Kirby Air Ride]]'', and ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]''; ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'' is excluded due to this arrangement using a different sound engine). | |||
**If including the "[[Past Adventures]]" appearances, then the ''Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe'' title theme takes the lead with 10 appearances; however, if excluding them, it only has two appearances. | |||
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