Where the Crawdads Sing Soundtrack
About the Soundtrack
"Where the Crawdads Sing" is a 2018 novel by Delia Owens and was adapted into a movie in 2022. It is a coming-of-age story and a mystery that takes place in a small coastal town in North Carolina. The plot centers around Kya Clark, a young woman who grows up isolated in the marsh and becomes the prime suspect in the disappearance of a local man. The book has been praised for its beautifully descriptive writing and its portrayal of the complexities of human relationships. The movie is directed by acclaimed director Olivia Newman and stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kya. Edgar-Jones's performance is captivating, as she portrays the young girl's resilience and determination with great emotion and depth. Her inner strength shines through in her interactions with the other characters, to two men interested in studying birds in the area and the local marshal. The cinematography of Where the Crawdads Sing is stunning, capturing both the beauty and harshness of Kya's surrounding environment. The score by Daniel Pemberton captures the emotion of each scene perfectly and underscores Kya's journey with a beautiful yet haunting melody. The movie "Where the Crawdads Sing" features a memorable soundtrack that truly encapsulates its Northern setting. The music ranges from traditional country-style songs to melodic indie-folk pieces, evoking a sense of warmth and nostalgia throughout the film. Notable soundtracks include “Lost My Head” by Clarence Samuels, “Ain't It Baby” by Kenny Gamble & The Romeos, and “Something's Up Your Sleeve” byJohnny Coepland. The music helps to bring her world to life, creating an atmosphere that is expansive. Altogether, the songs featured in this movie create a colorful tapestry of sound that perfectly captures the emotion and beauty of Where The Crawdads Sing. In addition to its beautiful soundtrack, the movie also features some incredible original music by composer Mychael Danna, who won both the Golden Globe and Oscar for Best Original Score for Life of Pi. He has also won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Composition for a Miniseries, Movie or a Special in his work on the miniseries World Without End. His score for this film is absolutely stunning, with sweeping strings and peaceful piano melodies creating a dreamlike feel. These musical moments carry the story along, adding an extra layer of emotion to Kya's journey. Taylor Swift was also featured on the soundtrack of Where the Crawdads Sing. Her song "Carolina" was included in the movie, adding a poignant and powerful touch to this heartfelt tale. The track serves as an emotional backdrop for one of the most difficult scenes in the film
List of Songs
1958 Blues
Little Sam Davis
17m
Kya narrates about feeling brave. Little Kya visits a store with Pa.
Lost My Head
Clarence Samuels
19m
A store sequence continues. Mabel talks to Little Kya. She gives her some food and advice.
Tosca, Act 2: "Vissi d'arte" (Tosca)
Giacomo Puccini
39m
Tate arrives late to work. An outside stereo system plays music. Scupper discusses rumors around the "Marsh Girl" with his son.
Smile On Me (2002 Stereo Mix)
The Yardbirds
1h 15m
Chase drives and sings along to the music. Kya looks out the window.
Something's Up Your Sleeve
Johnny Copeland
1h 32m
Kya brings a copy of her new book. Music plays from a stereo system. Tate receives a present from Kya
The World's in a Tangle
Lightnin' Hopkins
1h 42m
Kya steps into the store, where Jumpin' notices her bruised eye and takes this opportunity to provide insight on how best to handle Chase.
Piano Sonata No. 8 in A Minor, K. 310: I. Allegro maestoso
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
1h 43m
Robert Foster recounts his initial encounter with Kya. Kya talks about fireflies during a dinner.
Carolina - From The Motion Picture “Where The Crawdads Sing”
Taylor Swift
2h 1m
The song scores the film’s end credits.
Ain't It Baby
Kenny Gamble & The Romeos
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I'd Rather Be Hurt By You
Peppermint Harris
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Down In The Valley
Traditional
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Oh Shenandoah
Traditional
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The Long Black Veil
Marijohn Wilkin and Danny Dill
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Soundtracks
Where The Crawdads Sing (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Various Artists
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2022-07-15
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22 songs
Trailer Songs
Carolina ("Where The Crawdads Sing" - Video Edition)
Taylor Swift
Where The Crawdads Sing - Official Trailer #1 (2022); Where The Crawdads Sing - Official Trailer #2 (2022)
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