“A Symphony of Heroes: The Soundtrack of ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’”
In the realm of animated superhero films, “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” has made a significant impact, not just for its compelling narrative and stunning visuals, but also for its exceptional soundtrack. The film, based on the Miles Morales incarnation of the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man, has a soundtrack as diverse and dynamic as the multiverse itself.
The soundtrack album, curated by American record producer Metro Boomin, and the original score, composed by English composer Daniel Pemberton, were both released on the same day. Metro’s soundtrack, titled “Metro Boomin Presents Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Soundtrack from and Inspired by the Motion Picture),” was released under the Boominati Worldwide and Republic Records labels. Pemberton’s score, on the other hand, was released as “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Original Score)” under the Sony Classical label.
Metro Boomin’s soundtrack is a testament to his ability to bring together a diverse group of artists to create a cohesive musical narrative. The album features guest appearances from a host of artists, including Swae Lee, Lil Wayne, Offset, ASAP Rocky, Roisee, Future, Lil Uzi Vert, JID, James Blake, Nav, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Ei8ht, Don Toliver, Wizkid, Beam, Toian, Coi Leray, 21 Savage, 2 Chainz, and Nas. The deluxe version of the soundtrack, released three days later, added more artists to this impressive roster, including Mora, Becky G, Ayra Starr, Shenseea, Myke Towers, Big Boss Vette, Omah Lay, and Pop Money.
The album was supported by the single “Mona Lisa,” performed by Fike, which was released the same day as the standard edition and the movie. The film also features the songs “Guess Who’s Back” by Rakim and “Ain’t No Love in the Heart of the City” by Bobby “Blue” Bland, although these are not present on the soundtrack album.
Metro Boomin’s process of creating the soundtrack was a collaborative one. He began announcing his collaborators on the soundtrack in May 2023, posting illustrations of the artists in Spider-Man costumes. The lead single of the album, “Calling,” a collaboration with Swae Lee and Nav, featuring A Boogie wit da Hoodie, was released on May 31, 2023.
In conclusion, the “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” soundtrack is a testament to the power of collaboration and the role of music in storytelling. It’s a showcase of the diverse talents that have come together to create this musical masterpiece. So, put on your headphones, press play, and let the music of “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” take you on a journey across the multiverse.
