Soul – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Jon Batiste · 2020
67 min · 43 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz, soul, and orchestral elements that captures the essence of life and self-discovery.
Why this album works
The 'Soul' soundtrack received critical acclaim, earning an Academy Award for Best Original Score. It not only topped the Billboard Soundtracks chart but also highlighted Batiste's influence in bridging genres, resonating deeply with audiences seeking uplifting narratives during challenging times.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys short, immersive listening sessions contemplative reflective moods
- Context
- Released on December 18, 2020, this soundtrack marked Jon Batiste's significant breakthrough year, as he was already gaining recognition for his work as bandleader on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'. This release followed his acclaimed 2019 album 'Hollywood Africans', showcasing his ability to blend traditional jazz with contemporary influences within a cinematic framework.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hiromi Uehara· Cannonball Adderley· Beth Hart
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Born to Play 2:00
- 2 Born to Play Reprise 0:50
- 3 Bigger Than Us 1:51
- 4 Collard Greens and Cornbread Strut 0:36
- 5 The Great Beyond 2:45
- 6 Falling 0:41
- 7 The Great Before / U Seminar Standout 3:19
- 8 Jump to Earth 0:52
- 9 Rappin Ced 0:37
- 10 Joe’s Lowdown Blues 0:36
- 11 Terry Time 1:14
- 12 Joe’s Life 0:40
- 13 Portal / The Hall of Everything 2:18
- 14 Run / Astral Plane 1:44
- 15 Lost Soul 0:29
- 16 Meditation / Return to Earth 1:40
- 17 22’s Getaway 0:58
- 18 Apex Wedge 0:49
- 19 Let Your Soul Glow Standout 0:20
- 20 Terry Time Too 3:00
- 21 Feel Soul Good 0:27
- 22 Parting Ways 2:20
- 23 Looking at Life 1:31
- 24 Fruit of the Vine 0:43
- 25 22 Is Ready 1:25
- 26 Pursuit / Terry’s World 1:42
- 27 Betrayal 2:28
- 28 Space Maker 1:17
- 29 Cristo Redentor 2:21
- 30 The Epic Conversationalist / Born to Play 1:26
- 31 Celestial Spaces in Blue 0:52
- 32 Spiritual Connection 1:13
- 33 Lost 1:09
- 34 Epiphany Standout 3:48
- 35 Ship Chase 1:40
- 36 Escape / Inside 22 2:32
- 37 Flashback 1:33
- 38 Earthbound 1:27
- 39 Thank You 0:42
- 40 Enjoy Every Minute 0:48
- 41 It’s All Right 2:50
- 42 Just Us 2:42
- 43 It's All Right 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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