Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) cover

Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Jerry Goldsmith · 1988

76 min · 23 tracks · classical · contemporary classical music

Epic orchestral arrangements blend with Eastern motifs, evoking the intensity of war and the drama of heroism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with climaxes
  • wave-like pacing throughout album
  • evokes intensity of heroism
  • immersive orchestral soundscapes
  • for cinematic moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks consistent energy levels
  • prefers standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1988, Jerry Goldsmith was an established composer, known for his work on films like 'Star Trek: The Motion Picture' and 'The Omen'. 'Rambo III' followed his Academy Award win for 'The Omen', marking a continued evolution in his cinematic scoring. This soundtrack reflects Goldsmith's ability to fuse diverse musical influences, particularly Middle Eastern sounds, into his orchestral style.
Stylistic neighbors
Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Ennio Morricone

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Another Time 3:57
  • 2 Preparations 6:20
  • 3 The Money 0:51
  • 4 I’m Used To It 1:00
  • 5 Pesha War 1:11
  • 6 Afganistan 2:37
  • 7 Questions 3:37
  • 8 Then I’ll Die 3:33
  • 9 The Game 2:24
  • 10 Flaming Village 4:07
  • 11 The Aftermath 2:44
  • 12 Night Entry 3:58
  • 13 Under And Over 2:55
  • 14 Night Flight 6:49
  • 15 First Aid 2:46
  • 16 The Long Climb 3:24
  • 17 Going Down 1:52
  • 18 The Cave 3:30
  • 19 The Boot 1:53
  • 20 You Did It John 1:07
  • 21 The Show Down 1:25
  • 22 Final Battle 4:50
  • 23 I’ll Stay 9:00

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