Audition Songs for Rocky – By Character
Last Updated: January, 2026
When considering audition songs for Rocky, it’s fitting to choose a pop/rock song from contemporary musical theatre repertoire that aligns with the tone of the show and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because Rocky premiered in 2012, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed by a musical theatre professional to ensure fit and audition readiness.
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Step 1: Review Audition Info
Please read your audition details carefully, as they sometimes specify the type of song they’d like to hear (a ballad, something comedic, etc.). Make sure to select a song that’s appropriate for your specific casting call.
Step 2: Study the Show
Before auditioning, you should get familiar with the show, and listening to the cast album is a great way to do that. Here’s where you can learn about Rocky.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.
Based on your personality and vocal range, decide whether you’d prefer to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Even if you audition for a specific role, stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and comfort level.
The Audition Songs
Adrian Pennino
“Another Life” – The Bridges of Madison County
“On Monday” – 35mm: A Musical Exhibition
“This Is My Life” – Pretty Woman
“You Can’t Be Everything You Want” – Next Thing You Know
Apollo Creed
“Gotta Start Somewhere” – Back to the Future
“I Could Be That Guy” – Sister Act
“My Problem Right There” – Hands on a Hardbody
“When I Find My Baby” – Sister Act
Mickey Goldmill
“A Little Luck” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“Nicky Machiavelli” – A Bronx Tale
“One of the Great Ones” – A Bronx Tale
“Out of the Sun” – Honeymoon in Vegas
Rocky Balboa
“Dead Man’s Boots” – The Last Ship
“Raise a Little Hell” – Bonnie & Clyde
“Something About Her” – Pretty Woman
“The Night the Pugilist Learned How To Dance” – The Last Ship
Ensemble (Altos)
“One Day” – Groundhog Day
“I Won’t Let You Down” – Tootsie
“Nothing Stops Another Day” – Ghost
Ensemble (Baritones)
“Seeing You” – Groundhog Day
“Wondering” – The Bridges of Madison County
“You Will Still Be Mine” – Waitress
Ensemble (Basses)
“Everything About You” – Groundhog Day
“Night Will Come” –Groundhog Day
“What Would You Do?” – If/Then
Ensemble (Contras)
“I Dreamed a Dance” – Next to Normal
“Playing Nancy” – Groundhog Day
“There Was John” – Tootsie
Ensemble (Mezzos/Sopranos)
“Anywhere But Here” – Honeymoon in Vegas
“I’m Outta Here” – Ghost
“Rodeo Drive” – Pretty Woman
Ensemble (Tenors)
“Freedom” – Pretty Woman
“The Seraph” – 35mm: A Musical Exhibition
“Unstoppable” – Tootsie
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Rocky:
• “Danny and the Deep Blue Sea” in Solo!: The Best Monologues of the 80s – Women➝
• “I Took the Long Way➝” from Footloose (Shaw)
• “It’s Never One Thing➝” from Shows for Days (Irene)
• “Johnny Talks Kids➝” from Frankie and Johnny… (Johnny)
• “We Both Are➝” from Footloose (Ren)
Final Step: Audition Prep
Once you’ve chosen your song, it’s time to start preparing! Grab your FREE Audition Prep Checklist and Stamp Cards to stay organized and motivated for your upcoming auditions!
Rocky Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Rocky, along with which characters sing in each of them. Unless you have been asked to, do not choose from the below songs for your audition! The following is more intended to be used for character research purposes.
* That said, if you’ve specifically been asked to sing a song from the show, you can find the sheet music for the best possible audition songs below.
Act I:
“Ain’t Down Yet” – Ensemble
“My Nose Ain’t Broken” – Rocky
“Raining” – Adrian
“Patriotic” – Apollo Creed, Ensemble
“My Nose Ain’t Broken (Reprise)” – Rocky
“The Flip Side” – Rocky, Adrian
“Adrian” – Rocky
“Wanna Know Why” – Rocky, Ensemble
“Fight From the Heart” – Rocky
“One of Us” – Company
Act II:
“In the Ring” – Mickey
“Training Montage #2” – Ensemble
“Happiness” – Rocky, Adrian
“I’m Done” – Adrian
“Southside Celebrity” – Apollo, Ensemble
“Undefeated Man”- Apollo, Ensemble
“Keep On Standing” – Rocky
“The Fight” – Company
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Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip and the author of The Thespian’s Bucket List. She is also the creator of The Cast Album List. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
