Begin Again Soundtrack: Begin Again is an American musical comedy-drama film written and directed by John Carney and starring Keira Knightley and Mark Ruffalo. Knightley plays a singer-songwriter who is discovered by a down-and-out record label executive (Ruffalo), and the two team up to record an album live around New York City.
Quick Facts
| Film | Begin Again |
| Director/Writer | John Carney |
| Release Date | July 11, 2014 (United States) |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Music, Romance |
| Starring | Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, Adam Levine, Hailee Steinfeld, CeeLo Green, James Corden |
| Songwriters | Gregg Alexander, Danielle Brisebois, Nick Lashley, Rick Nowels, Nick Southwood |
| Soundtrack Release | July 1, 2014, Interscope Records |
| Notable Song | “Lost Stars” (Academy Award nominee, Best Original Song) |
Official Synopsis: A chance encounter between a down-and-out music business executive and a young singer-songwriter new to Manhattan turns into a promising collaboration between the two talents.
Who Composed the Begin Again Soundtrack
- Gregg Alexander: Gregg Alexander is an American singer-songwriter and producer, best known as the frontman of the New Radicals, who scored an international hit in 1998 with “You Get What You Give.” He co-wrote several of the film’s original songs, including “Lost Stars,” which earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song.
- Danielle Brisebois: Danielle Brisebois is an American songwriter, producer, and former child actress, known for her role as Stephanie Mills on the Norman Lear sitcom All in the Family and its spin-off Archie Bunker’s Place. She co-wrote several Begin Again songs alongside Gregg Alexander.
Additional songwriters credited on the soundtrack include Nick Lashley, Rick Nowels, and Nick Southwood.
Every Song in Begin Again
You can listen to the entire soundtrack on Apple Music. All tracks are from the same self-titled soundtrack album.
| # | Song | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lost Stars | Adam Levine |
| 2 | Tell Me If You Wanna Go Home | Keira Knightley |
| 3 | No One Else Like You | Adam Levine |
| 4 | Horny | CeeLo Green |
| 5 | Lost Stars | Keira Knightley |
| 6 | A Higher Place | Adam Levine |
| 7 | Like a Fool | Keira Knightley |
| 8 | Did It Ever Cross Your Mind (Demo Version) | Cessyl Orchestra |
| 9 | Women of the World (Go On Strike!) | CeeLo Green |
| 10 | Coming Up Roses | Keira Knightley |
| 11 | Into the Trance | Cessyl Orchestra |
| 12 | A Step You Can’t Take Back | Keira Knightley |
| Bonus Tracks | ||
| 13 | Lost Stars (Into the Night Mix) | Adam Levine |
| 14 | The Roof Is Broke (Demo Mix) | Cessyl Orchestra |
| 15 | Tell Me If You Wanna Go Home (Rooftop Mix) | Keira Knightley & Hailee Steinfeld |
| 16 | Intimidated by You | Cessyl Orchestra |
You can also watch the official trailer of the film on YouTube for a glimpse of the story and cast, and stream the soundtrack on Amazon Music and Spotify. (External link: Wikipedia)
Official Trailer
Where to Stream: Begin Again (2014) is available on Prime Video and other digital rental platforms, and the soundtrack streams on Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music. For more film soundtrack coverage, visit our Movie Soundtrack hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who wrote the songs for Begin Again?
The soundtrack was primarily written by Gregg Alexander (New Radicals) and Danielle Brisebois, with additional contributions from Nick Lashley, Rick Nowels, and Nick Southwood.
Did Keira Knightley really sing in Begin Again?
Yes, Keira Knightley performed her own vocals for the film, including multiple versions of “Lost Stars,” “Tell Me If You Wanna Go Home,” and “Coming Up Roses.”
Was “Lost Stars” nominated for an Oscar?
Yes, “Lost Stars,” written by Gregg Alexander, Danielle Brisebois, Nick Lashley, Rick Nowels, and Nick Southwood, was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Who stars in Begin Again?
The film stars Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, Adam Levine, Hailee Steinfeld, CeeLo Green, and James Corden.
Where can I stream the Begin Again soundtrack?
The full soundtrack is available on Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
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