The Sopranos has a iconic opening title sequence, featuring Tony Soprano driving through New Jersey, accompanied by the song "Woke Up This Morning" by Alabama 3.
However, creator David Chase initially considered a different song, by Elvis Costello, which would have explicitly stated the show's themes.
It would have been a terrible choice
The final choice of "Woke Up This Morning" is widely regarded as a perfect fit for the show.
Author's summary: The Sopranos almost had a different theme song.