What is the title of the song sung by Maui?

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The song sung by Maui in *Moana* is “You’re Welcome.”

Maui performs “You’re Welcome” soon after meeting Moana, presenting himself as the demigod responsible for many gifts bestowed on humanity. The lyrics boast about feats such as raising islands and creating the sun, while Maui insists that Moana should thank him. The number introduces his enormous ego but also establishes his charm and comic confidence.

Dwayne Johnson performs Maui’s version in the film. Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote the song, and Johnson’s energetic delivery helped make it one of the movie’s most recognizable musical moments. The soundtrack also includes a separate end-credits version featuring Jordan Fisher alongside Miranda.

A frequent mix-up is choosing “How Far I’ll Go,” which is Moana’s signature song, or “Shiny,” which belongs to Tamatoa. “Where You Are” is an ensemble song about life on Motunui, while “You’re Welcome” is specifically associated with Maui’s introduction and self-promotional mythology.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Sept. 2026

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