This song is referenced many times in the film Moulin Rouge!

The song remained popular from the 1890s until the late 1940s, and is still referenced in popular culture today.

The song is also referenced in the 2008 comedy Tropic Thunder.

The song has also been referenced and sampled by other artists.

The song is referenced in the lyrics of two separate songs by Elliott Smith.

Due to the film's impact on popular culture, the song "Circle of Life" is often referenced in other media.

The song was referenced in the 2009 movie Adventureland.

The song has been prominently referenced by other artists on more than one occasion.

The song was referenced in the 200th Strong Bad Email.

The song is referenced in both the films and the cartoon series.