The song "Main Title: Prologue, Pt. 1" from Alan Menken's music, typically featured in the Disney film "Beauty and the Beast," serves as an introductory prologue to the story. The narrator sets the scene in France, where a young prince resides in a magnificent castle. Despite his privileged life, the prince is portrayed as selfish and unkind. The prince's unkindness is illustrated through his actions of taxing the village to acquire beautiful objects for his castle. Additionally, he hosts extravagant parties and surrounds himself with attractive individuals. The song sets the foundation for the story's central theme, emphasizing the prince's initial arrogance and his need for a transformative journey. This prologue lays the groundwork for the events that subsequently unfold, ultimately leading to the prince's enchantment as a beast and his journey towards redemption and true love.
