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Man of Steel

Hans Zimmer · 2013

85 min · 18 tracks · video game music · film score

Epic orchestral swells intertwine with haunting motifs, creating a powerful sonic narrative of heroism and sacrifice.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic swells for emotional release
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • immersive storytelling through sound
  • haunting motifs for reflective moments
  • heroic themes for motivation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone track variety

Where this album fits

Themes
heroic sacrifice· Kryptonian legacy
Career context
When 'Man of Steel' was released in June 2013, Hans Zimmer was already an established composer known for his groundbreaking work in film scoring. This album followed his acclaimed score for 'Inception' (2010) and marked a new chapter as he took on the iconic Superman franchise, aiming to redefine its musical identity.
Stylistic neighbors
John Williams· Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Look to the Stars 2:53
  • 2 Oil Rig 1:31
  • 3 Sent Here for a Reason 3:45
  • 4 DNA 3:18
  • 5 Goodbye My Son 1:56
  • 6 If You Love These People 3:02
  • 7 Krypton's Last 1:58
  • 8 Terraforming 9:45
  • 9 Tornado 2:46
  • 10 You Die or I Do 3:03
  • 11 Launch 2:29
  • 12 Ignition 1:12
  • 13 I Will Find Him 2:47
  • 14 This Is Clark Kent 3:36
  • 15 I Have So Many Questions 3:21
  • 16 Flight 4:08
  • 17 What Are You Going to Do When You Are Not Saving the World? 5:26

Disc 2

  • 1 Man of Steel (Hans’ Original Sketchbook) 28:17

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