The music in the entire film is gorgeous, but I love the additional resonance of "Eyes on the Prize" as the final moment.
It's very meaningful -- it's local music (onscreen) and is this beautiful urban piece that kind of (for me, anyway) encapsulates the meeting of Georges and Bronte. It is both beautiful and lyrical (Bronte) and modern and exciting (Georges). It's a wonderful moment, and to me it really adds to the emotion of that final beautiful scene between the two of them -- both in search of a "perfect home."
I also love the fact that the lyrics mirror the feelings of the characters:
Last night, I had a dream
I found a home, that was so bright
I don't know why it has to be a dream
Why can't I, where will I
God help me, help me find a home
Keep your eyes on the prize
Don't be dismayed, don't be dismayed
Deep in your heart, you must believe
Everything is gonna be all right
Everything is gonna be all right, someday...
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I keep thinking I'm a grownup, but I'm not.
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