Beyond the Screen: Exploring the Symbiotic Relationship Between Movies and Music
Let’s take a look at Movies that used hit music effectively and often integrated popular songs into their storytelling in a way that enhanced the mood, character development, or themes of the film.
First on the list – Quentin Tarantino’s *Pulp Fiction* is famous for its eclectic soundtrack, blending rock, surf music, soul, and more. Many of the tracks became synonymous with the film’s iconic scenes. Music choices are integral to the film’s narrative style, contributing to its unique tone and atmosphere.
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Vincent & Jules – Royale With Cheese (Dialogue) – (Track 2) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Jungle Boogie (1974) – Kool & The Gang – (Track 3) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Let's stay together (1972) – Al Green – (Track 4) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Bustin' Surfboards (1962) – The Tornadoes – (Track 5) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Lonesome Town (1958) – Ricky Nelson – (Track 6) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Son of a Preacher Man (1968) – Dusty Springfield – (Track 7) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Bullwinkle Part II (1964) – The Centurians – (Track 8) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – You Never Can Tell (1964) – Chuck Berry – (Track 9) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Girl, You'll Be a Woman Soon (1967) – Urge Overkill – (Track 10) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – If Love is a Red Dress Hang Me in Rags (1993) – Maria McKee -Track 11- HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Commanche (1964) – The Revels – (Track 12) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Flowers On The Wall (1966) – The Satler Brothers – (Track 13) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Vincent & Jules – Personality Goes A Long Way (Dialogue) – (Track 14) – HD
Pulp Fiction Soundtrack – Surf Rider (1963) – The Lively Ones – (Track 15) – HD
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Second on the list – The *Guardians of the Galaxy* soundtrack, known as “Awesome Mix Vol. 1,” features 1970s and ’80s hits. The songs play a crucial role in the narrative, acting as a connection to the protagonist’s past and providing a playful contrast to the film’s space opera setting.
Guardians of the Galaxy 2014 (soundtrack) Playlist:
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1. Blue Swede – Hooked on a Feeling "Guardians of the Galaxy"
2. Raspberries – Go All the Way "Guardians of the Galaxy"
3. Norman Greenbaum – Spirit in the Sky "Guardians of the Galaxy"
4. David Bowie – Moonage Daydream "Guardians of the Galaxy"
5. Elvin Bishop – Fooled Around and Fell in Love "Guardians of the Galaxy"
6. 10cc – I'm Not in Love "Guardians of the Galaxy"
7. The Jackson 5 – I Want You Back "Guardians of the Galaxy"
8. Redbone – Come and Get Your Love "Guardians of the Galaxy"
9. The Runaways – Cherry Bomb "Guardians of the Galaxy"
10. Rupert Holmes – Escape (The Piña Colada Song) "Guardians of the Galaxy"
11. Five Stairsteps – O-o-h Child "Guardians of the Galaxy"
12. Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell – Ain't No Mountain High Enough "Guardians of the Galaxy"
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Third on the list – The soundtrack of *Forrest Gump* spans several decades of American music history. The music helps to mark the passage of time and underscores key moments in the protagonist’s life.
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Elvis Presley – Hound Dog
Duane Eddy – Rebel Rouser
Clarence "Frogman" Henry – I Don't Know Why
The Rooftop Singers – Walk Right In
Wilson Pickett – Land Of 1000 Dances
Joan Baez – Blowin' In The Wind
Creedence Clearwater Revival – Fortunate Son
The Four Tops – I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)
Aretha Franklin – Respect
Bob Dylan – Rainy Day Women #12 & 35
The Beach Boys – Sloop John B
The Mamas And The Papas – California Dreamin'
Buffalo Springfield – For What It's Worth
Jackie DeShannon – What the World Needs Now Is Love
The Doors – Break On Through (To The Other Side)
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Fourth on the list – *Baby Driver* is a unique action film where music drives the narrative and editing rhythm. Songs are synced to the action sequences, making the music feel like an integral part of the story. The film uses music not just as a background but as a central character.
Song List:
Jon Spencer Blues Explosion – ‘Bellbottoms’
Bob & Earl – ‘Harlem Shuffle’
Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers – ‘Egyptian Reggae’
Googie Rene – ‘Smokey Joe’s La La’
The Beach Boys – ‘Let’s Go Away For Awhile’
Carla Thomas – ‘B-A-B-Y’
Kashmere Stage Band – ‘Kashmere’
Dave Brubeck – ‘Unsquare Dance’
The Damned – ‘Neat Neat Neat’
The Commodores – ‘Easy (Single Version)’
T. Rex – ‘Debora’
Beck – ‘Debra’
Incredible Bongo Band – ‘Bongolia’
The Detroit Emeralds – ‘Baby Let Me Take You (in My Arms)’
Alexis Korner – ‘Early In The Morning’
David McCallum – ‘The Edge’
Martha and the Vandellas – ‘Nowhere To Run’
The Button Down Brass – ‘Tequila’
Sam & Dave – ‘When Something Is Wrong With My Baby’
Brenda Holloway – ‘Every Little Bit Hurts’
Blur – ‘Intermission’
Focus – ‘Hocus Pocus (Original Single Version)’
Golden Earring – ‘Radar Love (1973 Single Edit)’
Barry White – ‘Never, Never Gone Give Ya Up’
Young MC – ‘Know How’
Queen – ‘Brighton Rock’
Sky Ferreira – ‘Easy’
Simon & Garfunkel – ‘Baby Driver’
Kid Koala – ‘Was He Slow (Credit Roll Version)’
Danger Mouse (featuring Run The Jewels and Big Boi) – ‘Chase Me’
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Bellbottoms
Harlem Shuffle
Egyptian Reggae
Secondo intermezzino pop
Kid Koala – Was He Slow? (Music From The Motion Picture Baby Driver) (Audio)
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