The music of the Final Fantasy series is beloved by millions, and some of the very best tunes from the franchise are those that act as the themes for some incredible characters. While there are many songs that act as character themes, this list will cover only songs that are officially titled with a character's name to avoid any confusion with the countless tracks from the series.
The character themes featured throughout the series often perfectly capture the way a character looks, feels, and acts throughout their appearance in their games. Sometimes, themes can feel even more mischievous than the action going on within the game, and sometimes, themes can be hauntingly beautiful to fit in with a character's horrible fates and tragic backstories. With that said, there’s no shortage of incredible character themes throughout the Final Fantasy games.
10 Lenna’s Theme - Final Fantasy 5
A lot of people missed out on playing Final Fantasy 5 due to the nature of its release. While it isn’t generally regarded as one of the best Final Fantasy entries, it does feature one of the best character themes in the franchise.
Lenna’s Theme is a beautiful piece of music that creates a feeling of hope and wonder in the listener. It’s melancholic in nature, something that may have people reminiscing about their own pasts as they hear the tune for the first time.
9 Palom & Porom - Final Fantasy 4
This track really should just be called “Mischief” thanks to the bouncy nature of the track. It sounds as if the tune is being played on a xylophone, something that usually features to tell a player about a character's goofy nature, and the child mages certainly live up to that.
The upbeat and childish nature of the track helps you understand who Palom & Porom are almost immediately, while also making their future actions even more heart-wrenching. The track is a great example of Final Fantasy being able to do goofy tracks well.
8 Locke - Final Fantasy 6
Character themes can be a lot of different things, but few are as triumphant as Locke’s theme. This piece of music is perfect for a treasure hunter and feels almost as if it could fit in an Indiana Jones movie. The piece always gets players ready to go once Locke sets his mind on a goal.
While the tune matches his determined nature perfectly, it also sets the mood for the adventure of Final Fantasy 6. The theme communicates that even in the darkest moments, the heroes will press forward to do everything they can to rid the world of evil.
7 Lightning’s Theme - Final Fantasy 13
People often have mixed opinions on Lightning despite her fascinating story and great character theme. Her theme is one that begins rather simply and dreamily but becomes much more complex and hopeful as time goes on.
The way her theme builds almost perfectly matches the structure of Final Fantasy 13. It’s a mysterious game that leaves you with a lot of questions at first, but soon it becomes a sprawling adventure filled with action and heartfelt story moments. As one of the lead characters, it makes sense that her theme ties in with the iconic new battle theme of the game as well.
6 Rydia’s Theme - Final Fantasy 4
People who played Final Fantasy 4 will no doubt have tons of favorite tracks from the game, but one of the best is the theme of the game's fantastic summoner, Rydia. Her theme is light and soft, something that tends to be the case for the themes of the women of Final Fantasy.
What sets it apart from others is the excellent use of the theme. Rydia as a character has some of the best moments and backstory in the entire game and hearing her theme as she expresses her deepest emotions to those around her only adds to her wonderful nature.
5 Tifa’s Theme - Final Fantasy 7
Some feel that the music of Final Fantasy 7 is the best in the series, and its incredible character themes make that hard to argue. Tifa’s Theme is the perfect reflection of her character. She’s the perfect girl next door to many players.
The tune begins with a soft tone that reflects her caring nature toward Cloud, but it enters into more forceful and hopeful segments, showing she’s strong and wishes for the best in all people. It’s a nostalgic song that makes people think back to their younger, more carefree days.
4 Snow’s Theme - Final Fantasy 13
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Some people give Final Fantasy 13 a bit of an unfair rap considering just how many things it tried to do differently. One thing that shocked people was an entirely unique soundtrack, with one of the best songs coming as Snow’s Theme.
The heavy rock track perfectly matches the character of Snow and the circumstances he constantly finds himself in. The world of Final Fantasy 13 puts the game's characters into an incredibly tough position, but Snow’s Theme is a reminder that they will persevere no matter what.
3 Vivi’s Theme - Final Fantasy 9
If there is one thing that we can all agree on, it’s that Vivi should be protected at all costs. The adorable Black Mage of Final Fantasy 9 is arguably the most famous character from the game, and for good reason.
Vivi is one of the most interesting characters with one of the best themes. It’s a theme that embodies child-like mischief, but it combines it with a sense of wonder. The plucky nature of the song makes it one that is welcome every time it begins.
2 Terra - Final Fantasy 6
It should be clear how good Terra’s theme is considering it was used for the overworld of Final Fantasy 6. It’s a mysterious and almost old-west style tune that gets the player ready to explore the vast world but may also create a bit of wonder about where their journey may take them.
One might expect the track to feel a bit more rebellious due to the nature of Terra’s story, but it comes across in a way that matches Terra’s initially unsure nature. She knows she needs to do what’s right, but she’s not always sure if using her incredible powers is the right choice.
1 Aerith’s Theme - Final Fantasy 7
To some, Aerith’s Theme is one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever composed. So many people connected with her character, a sassy girl from the slums who always kept hope in her heart, and as a result, her theme has gone down in history as one of the best.
The theme is used to perfection almost every time it makes an appearance, especially during THAT boss fight after THAT scene. It’s a sad theme, but in a way, it’s filled with hope, perfect for a character who wants the world of Gaia to be saved from Jenova and Sephiroth.