Are You Gonna Go My Way

Lenny Kravitz

This is the first song that plays in the film, when Thelma is performing with her band, The Rusty Buckets, which comprises her best friend Otis playing the guitar, Reggie playing drums, and her as the lead vocalist. At first, they appear to be performing for a large audience, but by the end, it is revealed that this audience is imagined and the three are merely preparing for an audition.

Hold On, I'm Coming

Sam & Dave

The beginning instrumentals of this song play as the film's title, Thelma The Unicorn, appears on-screen. The lyrics then begin briefly before fading out as Thelma's life on the farm is introduced, and she talks to Bob the bull, Bessie the cow, and Otis the donkey. The song continues to play in the background for a couple of minutes, as Thelma and Otis walk together in the farm and discuss the audition.

Conga

Gloria Estefan

This is the first song in the SparklePalooza talent search, and is performed by the Rhinestone Fillies. The band does a great job and receive cheers from the crowd and judges.

Diamond Girl

Nice & Wild

This serves as the introduction song for a new character, Vic, Nikki's manager. One of the Pool Boys plays it on the stereo after he enters from the balcony and says "Hey Nikki, what a morning!" He then strips down to his underwear and jumps into the pool, before getting out and wearing fresh clothes. This song introduces Vic as a devious, over-the-top character: a pot-bellied man with a long nose and protruding teeth. The lyrics suggest that Nikki is his "diamond girl", meaning that he makes a lot of money through her.

Shake Your Pants

Cameo

The hopeful and upbeat "Hurricane" montage is rudely interrupted by a call from Vic, and this song plays while Vic slurps a drink, puts his feet up on the table, and says he has "great news" for Peggy. The song continues to play in the background where Vic is, as he offers The Rusty Buckets the opportunity to open for Nikki's concert that afternoon.

Dance Across The Floor - Disco Mix

Jimmy "Bo" Horne

As soon as Thelma gladly accepts the offer, the movie cuts to this song, as The Rusty Buckets and Peggy stand on the tarmac awaiting Vic to arrive in Nikki's private jet. The song keeps playing as Vic steps out of the shiny gold and bright pink jet and welcomes them.

Hollywood Swinging

Kool & The Gang

This song plays immediately after the previous one fades out, as The Rusty Buckets, Peggy, and Vic ride in the private jet and get off, as The Pool Boys keep dancing. It signals the luxury and glitzy glamor of the music industry and the fame and opulence that Thelma aspires to. The song continues as the band is separated into two different limousines and Vic sabotages the vehicle bringing the rest of the team, trying to keep Thelma for himself.

Jump Into The Fire

Harry Nilsson

As the film nears its climax, this song plays while Peggy battles the security team at the SparklePalooza event and successfully outmaneuvers all of them to let The Rusty Buckets (now reunited) break into the event and perform. It brings out the excitement and tension of the moment, paving the way for a thrilling climax and an emotional payoff.