Top Gun: Maverick cover

Top Gun: Maverick

Lady Gaga · 2022

41 min · 12 tracks · synth-pop · EDM · dance-pop

A soaring blend of nostalgic anthems and contemporary pop, evoking adrenaline and emotion in equal measure.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • adrenaline-fueled driving anthems
  • nostalgic vibes for fans
  • high-energy sing-alongs with friends
  • dynamic mix of emotions
  • short bursts of excitement

Maybe skip if you want

  • slow-paced reflective listening
  • minimalist soundscape enthusiasts

Where this album fits

Career context
When Lady Gaga released 'Hold My Hand' in 2022 for the 'Top Gun: Maverick' soundtrack, she was enjoying a resurgence following her critically acclaimed role in 'A Star Is Born' (2018). This marked her return to blockbuster soundtracks, positioning her alongside iconic themes from the original 'Top Gun' while showcasing her evolution as an artist blending cinematic flair with mainstream pop.
Stylistic neighbors
Katy Perry· Rihanna· Sia

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Main Titles (You’ve Been Called Back to Top Gun) 2:30
  • 2 Danger Zone 3:35
  • 3 Darkstar 3:01
  • 4 Great Balls of Fire (live) 1:54
  • 5 You’re Where You Belong / Give ’Em Hell 5:46
  • 6 I Ain’t Worried 2:28
  • 7 Dagger One Is Hit / Time to Let Go 5:06
  • 8 Tally Two / What’s the Plan / F‐14 4:34
  • 9 The Man, The Legend / Touchdown 3:54
  • 10 Penny Returns (interlude) 2:47
  • 11 Hold My Hand 3:45
  • 12 Top Gun Anthem 2:28

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