The Sopranos' Alternative Main Theme Song
The Sopranos has a nearly perfect opening title sequence, featuring Tony Soprano driving through New Jersey, set to the soulful techno track "Woke Up This Morning" by Alabama 3.
However, creator David Chase initially considered a different song, one that would have explicitly laid out the show's themes, but would have been a terrible choice.
Elvis Costello's song was the alternative option, which would have ruined the show's subtlety.
The chosen song, "Woke Up This Morning", accompanies Tony as he drives past the locales where he exerts his power as a mob boss, to his McMansion where he experiences existential crises.
Luckily, Chase decided against the obvious choice, resulting in a more subtle and effective opening sequence.
Author's summary: The Sopranos almost had Elvis Costello.