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Speed Racer

Michael Giacchino · 2008

60 min · 20 tracks · film score

A frenetic blend of orchestral flair and jazzy motifs that captures the thrill of racing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • frenetic bursts of energy
  • short, punchy thematic segments
  • playful orchestral flair throughout
  • for racing enthusiasts

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking calm, steady sounds
  • prefer longer, cohesive tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Speed Racer' marked a pivotal moment in Michael Giacchino's career, following his Oscar-winning score for 'The Incredibles' in 2005. As he transitioned from animated features to live-action adaptations, this score showcased his versatility and ability to match the energetic visuals of the film adaptation of the classic cartoon.
Stylistic neighbors
Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Thomas Newman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Am Speed 0:37
  • 2 World's Best Autopia 1:14
  • 3 Thunderhead 3:06
  • 4 Tragic Story of Rex Racer 4:48
  • 5 Vroom and Board 3:38
  • 6 World's Worst Road Rage 2:41
  • 7 Racing's in Our Blood 1:52
  • 8 True Heart of Racing 4:04
  • 9 Casa Cristo 4:04
  • 10 End of the First Leg 2:18
  • 11 Taejo Turns Trixie 1:36
  • 12 Bumper to Bumper, Rail to Rail 3:05
  • 13 The Maltese Ice Cave 2:03
  • 14 Go Speed, Go! 1:25
  • 15 He Ain't Heavy 1:45
  • 16 32 Hours 3:49
  • 17 Grand Ol' Prix 6:10
  • 18 Reboot 3:08
  • 19 Let Us Drink Milk 4:31
  • 20 Speed Racer 4:20

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