Sonic the Hedgehog 2: Music from the Motion Picture cover

Sonic the Hedgehog 2: Music from the Motion Picture

Junkie XL · 2022

57 min · 22 tracks · electronica

A vibrant blend of high-energy electronica, capturing the exhilarating rush of Sonic's adventures.

Why this album works

The soundtrack received praise for its dynamic compositions that reflected the film's action-packed narrative, contributing to a significant resurgence of interest in video game adaptations in cinema. It also charted in various regions, highlighting the growing intersection between film and gaming soundtracks in popular culture.
Best for
high-energy tracks for action steady pacing for focused listening vibrant soundscapes ignite imagination
Context
When Junkie XL released this soundtrack in April 2022, he was already an established composer known for his work on films like 'Mad Max: Fury Road'. This album followed his successful foray into video game music with 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2', showcasing his ability to merge cinematic soundscapes with the frenetic energy of gaming culture.
Stylistic neighbors
Towa Tei· Moby· Jazzanova

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Piece of Shiitake Planet Standout 2:50
  • 2 Blue Menace 2:28
  • 3 Mind If I Drive 2:06
  • 4 Sonic’s Home 1:18
  • 5 A Wachowski Family Special 3:15
  • 6 Sonic, Meet Knuckles 2:48
  • 7 Papa’s Got a Brand New Stache 1:53
  • 8 The Master Emerald 2:40
  • 9 So You Think You Can Pivonka 2:14
  • 10 Goodnight, Tails Standout 2:09
  • 11 Ages Ago 2:50
  • 12 You Know Nothing About Me 2:54
  • 13 Operation Catfish 3:34
  • 14 Eureka, I Found It 2:45
  • 15 Gotta Go Fast 1:46
  • 16 Entering the Labyrinth 1:59
  • 17 You Don’t Have to Be Alone Anymore 3:10
  • 18 Sinister 3:37
  • 19 Team vs Robotnik Standout 3:36
  • 20 Okay, We’re Not Friends 3:38
  • 21 A New Order 2:51
  • 22 Dad 1:02

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata