Disney Songs: A magical, timeless joy for European families, celebrated at Disneyland Paris

Findings from a recent Ipsos Essentials Study Across Five European Countries

 

Disney songs possess an exceptional ability to evoke smiles and joy for families, children, and adults alike, as found in an exclusive Ipsos study for Disneyland Paris. The impact and popularity of Disney music among families in France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Germany is significant.

Popularity of Disney Songs

  • 71% of French respondents affirm that Disney songs have the power to bring smiles.
  • 81% of Italian respondents say Disney songs make them smile.
  • 79% of Spanish respondents report that Disney songs make them smile.
  • 72% of British respondents state that Disney songs make them smile.
  • 67% of German respondents indicate that Disney songs make them smile.

This widespread appreciation highlights the emotional and cultural significance of Disney music in Europe.

Engagement with Disney Music

  • 69% of French families have sung or hummed a Disney song at least once in their lives.
  • 70% of Italian families have sung or hummed a Disney song at least once in their lives.
  • 78% of Spanish families have sung or hummed a Disney song at least once in their lives.
  • 77% of British families have sung or hummed a Disney song at least once in their lives.
  • 66% of German families have sung or hummed a Disney song at least once in their lives.

This high level of engagement underscores the pervasive presence of Disney music in everyday life and its role in fostering communal experiences.

Ideal Venue for Celebrating Disney Music

  • 64% of French families consider Disneyland Paris the ideal place to celebrate Disney music.
  • 81% of Italian families view Disneyland Paris as the perfect location for celebrating Disney music.
  • 73% of Spanish families regard Disneyland Paris as the perfect venue for Disney celebrations.
  • 74% of British families see Disneyland Paris as the ideal place to celebrate Disney music.
  • 66% of German families consider Disneyland Paris the best place to celebrate Disney music.

Disneyland Paris is considered the ideal location for celebrating Disney music by families. This preference indicates the park's strong association with Disney's musical heritage and its appeal as a destination for family entertainment.

Intergenerational Appeal

  • 74% of French respondents believe Disney songs are timeless and appreciated by all.
  • 86% of Italian families state that Disney songs are timeless and enjoyed by all generations.
  • 79% of Spanish families affirm that Disney songs are timeless and appreciated by all.
  • 84% of British families confirm that Disney songs are timeless and enjoyed by all generations.
  • 70% of German families agree that Disney songs are timeless and appreciated by all generations.

Many believe these songs are timeless and appreciated by all generations. This finding emphasizes the enduring nature of Disney music and its ability to resonate across different age groups. The intergenerational appeal of Disney music further underscores its cultural significance and enduring popularity across these countries.

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About the Study

The results presented in this report are from an Ipsos survey conducted between February 7 to 10, 2025, on behalf of Disneyland Paris. For this study, a sample of 3,515 Europeans aged 18-65, representative of the population of each country, were interviewed online. This includes:

  • 1,003 French respondents, 316 of whom have at least one child under 18 in their household
  • 1,003 British respondents, 384 of whom have at least one child under 18 in their household
  • 503 Italian respondents, 175 of whom have at least one child under 18 in their household
  • 503 Spanish respondents, 222 of whom have at least one child under 18 in their household
  • 503 German respondents, 130 of whom have at least one child under 18 in their household

Weighting was applied based on gender and age to ensure that the sample composition is representative of the entire population of the United Kingdom. The precision of Ipsos online surveys is measured using a credibility interval due to the non-probabilistic nature of the sample. In this case, the results are accurate to within ± 3.8 (for sample size 1,003) or 5.4 (for sample size 503) percentage points, 19 times out of 20, had all Europeans aged 18-65 had participated in the survey. All sample surveys can be subject to other sources of error, including, but not limited to, coverage error, and measurement error.

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