Empire of the Sun: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
John Williams · 1987
54 min · 13 tracks · contemporary classical music
A sweeping orchestral tapestry that captures the innocence and devastation of war through lush melodies and poignant themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sweeping emotional crescendos unfold
- dynamic journey with peaks
- nostalgic reflections on innocence
- immersive storytelling through sound
- headphone detail hunting experience
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone upbeat songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1987, John Williams was already an acclaimed composer, known for his work on iconic films like 'Star Wars' and 'Jaws'. The 'Empire of the Sun' soundtrack came during a peak of his career, following his Oscar-winning score for 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial', showcasing his ability to blend emotional depth with grand orchestral arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore· James Horner
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Suo Gan 2:21
- 2 Cadillac of the Skies 3:49
- 3 Jim's New Life 2:34
- 4 Lost in the Crowd 5:41
- 5 Imaginary Air Battle 2:37
- 6 The Return to the City 7:46
- 7 Liberation: Exsultate Justi 1:50
- 8 The British Grenadiers (Traditional) 2:26
- 9 Toy Planes, Home and Hearth (Chopin Mazurka Opus 17 No. 4) 4:38
- 10 The Streets of Shanghai 5:11
- 11 The Pheasant Hunt 4:25
- 12 No Road Home / Seeing the Bomb 6:12
- 13 Exsultate Justi 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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