Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score
Danny Elfman · 2004
48 min · 15 tracks · new wave · ska
Dynamic orchestral arrangements blend sweeping melodies with intense action motifs, capturing the essence of superhero drama.
Why this album works
This score received significant acclaim, contributing to Elfman's status as a leading figure in film music. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media and is often praised for enhancing the emotional depth of the film, influencing later superhero soundtracks with its thematic richness.
- Best for
- dynamic orchestral peaks and valleys intense action motifs throughout sweeping melodies for dramatic moments
- Context
- By 2004, Danny Elfman was already an established composer known for his work on films like 'Batman' and 'Edward Scissorhands'. The release of 'Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score' came as a follow-up to his critically acclaimed score for the first 'Spider-Man' film in 2002, further solidifying his reputation in the realm of blockbuster film scoring.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neil Young· Alanis Morissette· Green Day· Weezer· Frank Zappa· Iggy Pop· Yoko Ono· John Mayer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spider‐Man 2 Main Title 3:21
- 2 M.J.’s New Life / Spidus Interruptus 2:31
- 3 Doc Ock Is Born Standout 2:22
- 4 Angry Arms / Rebuilding 2:51
- 5 A Phone Call / The Wrong Kiss / Peter’s Birthday 2:06
- 6 The Bank / Saving May 4:27
- 7 The Mugging / Peter’s Turmoil 3:21
- 8 Doc Ock’s Machine 1:42
- 9 He’s Back! 1:50
- 10 Train / Appreciation Standout 6:15
- 11 Aunt May Packs 2:51
- 12 Armageddon / A Really Big Web! Standout 6:27
- 13 The Goblin Returns 1:36
- 14 At Long Last, Love 2:59
- 15 Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head 3:14
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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