Project X Soundtrack: Directed by Nima Nourizadeh and written by Michael Bacall and Matt Drake, Project X is a 2012 American found-footage comedy film.
The film follows three high school friends who throw a birthday party to boost their popularity. The party is meant to stay small, but word spreads and the night spirals wildly out of control.
Quick Facts
| Film | Project X (2012) |
| Director | Nima Nourizadeh |
| Writers | Michael Bacall, Matt Drake |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Soundtrack Album | Project X (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) |
| Label | WaterTower Music |
| Release Date | February 28, 2012 (standard edition, 13 tracks); June 19, 2012 (deluxe edition, 18 tracks) |
| Where to Stream | Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube |
Who Composed the Project X Soundtrack?
Project X does not have a traditional orchestral score credited to a single film composer. Instead, its music is a curated compilation of licensed hip-hop and electronic tracks featured throughout the film, by artists including Kid Cudi, D12, Machine Gun Kelly (MGK), Nas, and Pusha T. The Project X (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) was released on February 28, 2012, by WaterTower Music, and it went on to spend 18 weeks on the Billboard 200, peaking at number 12.
Project X Soundtrack List
Here is a complete list of songs from the Project X soundtrack. You can listen to them on Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, Apple Music, SoundCloud, and other platforms.
- “Trouble on My Mind” is a song by Pusha T (feat. Tyler, the Creator). The song is part of the album Fear of God II: Let Us Pray, released on November 8, 2011.
- “Bitch Betta Have My Money” is a song by AMG. The song length is 3 minutes 16 seconds.
- “Tipsy (Club Mix)” is a song by J-Kwon. The song is part of the album Hood Hop, released on April 6, 2004.
- “Candy” is a song by Far East Movement (feat. Pitbull). The song is part of the album Project X, released on February 28, 2012.
- “Ray Ban Vision” is a song by A-Trak. The song is part of the album Fool’s Gold Vol. 1.
- “Le Disko (Boys Noize Fire Mix)” by Shiny Toy Guns.
- “Nasty” is a song by Nas from the album Project X. The song length is 3 minutes 4 seconds.
- “Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki Remix)” is a song by Kid Cudi. It was nominated for Best Music at the 2012 MTV Movie Awards.
- “Heads Will Roll (A-Trak Remix)” is a song by Yeah Yeah Yeahs. The original is part of the album It’s Blitz!, released March 6, 2009, by Interscope Records.
- “Pretty Girls (Benny Benassi Remix)” is a song by Wale. The original is part of the album Attention Deficit, released November 10, 2009.
- “The Next Episode” is a song by Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg. The song is part of the album 2001, released November 16, 1999.
- “Fight Music” is a song by D12. The song is part of the album Devil’s Night, released June 19, 2001.
- “Wild Boy (Ricky Luna Remix)” is a song by Machine Gun Kelly from the album Project X.
You can stream the Project X (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, Bandcamp, and SoundCloud. For more party-movie playlists, check out our Movie Soundtrack hub. (Source: Wikipedia)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Project X soundtrack?
Project X does not have a single credited film-score composer. Its soundtrack is a compilation of licensed hip-hop and electronic songs by artists including Kid Cudi, D12, Nas, Pusha T, and Far East Movement.
When was the Project X soundtrack released?
The standard 13-track edition of Project X (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) was released on February 28, 2012, by WaterTower Music. An 18-track deluxe edition followed on June 19, 2012.
How many songs are on the Project X soundtrack?
The standard edition has 13 tracks; the deluxe edition expands that to 18 tracks.
What is the most popular song from Project X?
Kid Cudi’s “Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki Remix)” is the soundtrack’s best-known track, and it was nominated for Best Music at the 2012 MTV Movie Awards.
Where can I stream the Project X soundtrack?
The album is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, Bandcamp, and SoundCloud.
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