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==Game appearances==
==Game appearances==
The following is a list of major appearances of "Green Greens". It it not an exhaustive list, as parts of certain songs may sound like the theme, but it's not always clear if it's a coincidence or a knowingly nod to it.
The following is a list of major appearances of "Green Greens". It is not an exhaustive list, as parts of certain songs may sound like the theme, but it's not always clear if it's a coincidence or a knowing nod to it.
 
===''Kirby's Dream Land''===
===''Kirby's Dream Land''===
As mentioned above, the "Green Greens" theme is the stage music for [[Green Greens]], from which it gets its name. This original version was composed by [[Jun Ishikawa]], who has since gone on to compose much of the music for the series.
As mentioned above, the "Green Greens" theme is the stage music for [[Green Greens]], from which it gets its name. This original version was composed by [[Jun Ishikawa]], who has since gone on to compose much of the music for the series. It's also listed as Music 01 (Music 13 is an intro-less version) in the game's [[Jukebox#Kirby's Dream Land|Sound Test]].


===''Kirby's Adventure / Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''===
===''Kirby's Adventure / Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''===
In ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'' and [[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land|its remake]], the theme reappears in the throwback stage [[Rainbow Resort - Stage 6]]. In the former, it sounds very similar to the original ''Kirby's Dream Land'' version, but pitched a step down. In the latter, the song gets a new arrangement, now in the original key.
In ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'' and [[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land|its remake]], the theme reappears in the throwback stage [[Rainbow Resort - Stage 6]], though it also plays for both games' [[Staff Credits]] sequence. In the former, it sounds very similar to the original ''Kirby's Dream Land'' version, but pitched a step down. This track is listed as Music 03 (with its intro) and Music 04 (without its intro) in the game's [[Jukebox#Kirby's Adventure / Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land|Sound Test]].


In ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'', an energetic remix of the Green Greens theme plays in the [[Kirby's Air Grind]] [[Sub-Game]].
In ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'', the song got a new rearrangement, now in its original key. New to the game, though, is an energetic remix of the Green Greens theme that plays in the [[Kirby's Air Grind]] [[Sub-Game]]. Both of these arrangements are listed as Music 19 and Music 36 respectively in the game's Sound Test.


===''Kirby's Pinball Land''===
===''Kirby's Pinball Land''===
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Finally, the theme is also incorporated into the [[Milky Way Wishes: Staff Credits|staff credits theme]] for Milky Way Wishes.
Finally, the theme is also incorporated into the [[Milky Way Wishes: Staff Credits|staff credits theme]] for Milky Way Wishes.
All of these tracks, in the order they're listed in on this page, can be heard as Music 05 (06 in Kirby Super Star Ultra), Music 37 (42), Music 55 (65), and Music 65 (66) in both of the games' [[Sound Test (Kirby Super Star / Kirby Super Star Ultra)|Sound Tests]].


===''Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble''===
===''Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble''===
An arrangement of the Green Greens theme is used as the theme for the minigame [[Kirby's Hurdle Race]]. It also appears as part of a medley of other tracks from the game that make up the credits theme, sounding almost identical to that version, but ending differently to transition to the Simple Stage theme. This medley also concludes with a reprise of the Green Greens theme, with some variations and a suitable resolution.
An arrangement of the Green Greens theme is used as the theme for the minigame [[Kirby's Hurdle Race]]. It also appears as part of a medley of other tracks from the game that make up the credits theme, sounding almost identical to that version, but ending differently to transition to the [[Simple Stage (theme from Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble)|Simple Stage theme]]. This medley also concludes with a reprise of the Green Greens theme, with some variations and a suitable resolution.
 
The faithful arrangement used for Kirby's Hurdle Race is listed as Music 21 in the game's [[Jukebox#Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble|Sound Room]]. Interestingly, the credits medley is not listed at all.


===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
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Finally, a remix of the first section of the Green Greens theme plays during the [[Drag Race]] [[Stadium]] mode. It is also arranged by Hirokazu Ando<ref name="PR Jukebox"/> and also appears in certain episodes of the Japanese version of the anime.
Finally, a remix of the first section of the Green Greens theme plays during the [[Drag Race]] [[Stadium]] mode. It is also arranged by Hirokazu Ando<ref name="PR Jukebox"/> and also appears in certain episodes of the Japanese version of the anime.
All of these tracks, in the order they're listed in on this page, can be heard as track 04, track 19, track 51, and track 57 in the game's [[Jukebox#Kirby Air Ride|Sound Test]].


===''Kirby: Canvas Curse''===
===''Kirby: Canvas Curse''===
The "Kirby's Air Grind" remix from ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'' plays in the Time Trials of [[Rainbow Run]].
The "Kirby's Air Grind" remix from ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'' plays in the Time Trials of [[Rainbow Run]]. This song is given the name "Classic Song 2-18", and is Music 62 in the game's [[Jukebox#Kirby: Canvas CurseSound Test]].


When the "Old School" sound mode is selected, the regular ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'' arrangement plays in [[Plant Plain]] and [[Growth Grasses]].
When the "Old School" sound mode is selected, the regular ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'' arrangement plays in [[Plant Plain]], [[Growth Grasses]], and the staff credits. This song is given the name "Classic Song 2-20", and is Music 64 in the game's Sound Test.


===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''===
===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''===
A simple arrangement of the Green Greens theme plays in [[Nature Notch - Stage 3]], at the end of [[Nature Notch - Stage 5]], and in [[Vocal Volcano - Stage 1]]. Additionally, a partial remix of "Green Greens" as "[[Gamble Galaxy (theme)|Gamble Galaxy]]" plays in [[Gamble Galaxy - Stage 3]].
A simple arrangement of the Green Greens theme plays in [[Nature Notch - Stage 3]], at the end of [[Nature Notch - Stage 5]], and in [[Vocal Volcano - Stage 1]]. Additionally, a partial remix of "Green Greens" as "[[Gamble Galaxy (theme)|Gamble Galaxy]]" plays in [[Gamble Galaxy - Stage 3]]. Both of these themes require the Spunky Notes item to be obtained before they can be listened to, and are listed as Music 15 and Music 18 respectively in the game's [[Jukebox#Kirby: Squeak Squad|Sound Room]].


===''Kirby's Epic Yarn'' / ''Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn''===
===''Kirby's Epic Yarn'' / ''Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn''===
The Green Greens theme makes a full reappearance in the [[Whispy's Forest]] stage. It is rearranged using acoustic instrumentation similar to other tracks in the game, with piano being the most prominent instrument used. This remix also incorporates "Kirby's Triumphant Return" after the second loop of the song, similar to its incarnations in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' and ''Kirby Air Ride''.
The Green Greens theme makes a full reappearance in the [[Whispy's Forest]] stage. It is rearranged using acoustic instrumentation similar to other tracks in the game, with piano being the most prominent instrument used. This remix also incorporates "Kirby's Triumphant Return" after the second loop of the song, similar to its incarnations in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' and ''Kirby Air Ride''.


Its name is '''"Green Greens: Epic Yarn"''',<ref>[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition Compilation Soundtrack]]</ref> while it is simply called "Green Greens" in-game. It was arranged by Hirokazu Ando.<ref>Ando discusses playing the song on melodica in the [https://iwataasks.nintendo.com/interviews/wii/kirbysepicyarn/0/4/ Iwata Asks interview] for the game.</ref>
Its name is '''"Green Greens: Epic Yarn"''',<ref>[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition Compilation Soundtrack]]</ref> while it is simply called "Green Greens" in-game. It was arranged by Hirokazu Ando, and is track 39 in the [[Jukebox#Kirby's Epic Yarn / Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn|Tunes]].<ref>Ando discusses playing the song on melodica in the [https://iwataasks.nintendo.com/interviews/wii/kirbysepicyarn/0/4/ Iwata Asks interview] for the game.</ref>


===''Kirby Mass Attack''===
===''Kirby Mass Attack''===
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*The second, called '''"Eerie Island"''', plays in the cutscene that shows the Kirbys heading towards Necro Nebula, and getting attacked by [[Skully]]s.
*The second, called '''"Eerie Island"''', plays in the cutscene that shows the Kirbys heading towards Necro Nebula, and getting attacked by [[Skully]]s.
*The third, called '''"Down to One"''', plays in the cutscene after defeating [[Necrodeus]], when the Kirbys use his magic staff to become one Kirby again. This version starts with [[Kirby's Triumphant Return]], but quickly switches to the Green Greens theme.
*The third, called '''"Down to One"''', plays in the cutscene after defeating [[Necrodeus]], when the Kirbys use his magic staff to become one Kirby again. This version starts with [[Kirby's Triumphant Return]], but quickly switches to the Green Greens theme.
Though not numbered in the game's [[Jukebox#Kirby Mass Attack|Music Player]], these are the 63rd, 64th, and 66th tracks respectively in numerical order.


===''Kirby's Return to Dream Land'' / ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe''===
===''Kirby's Return to Dream Land'' / ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe''===
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