Blue Beetle (2023), DC’s first Latino-led superhero film, backs its action with a score by Bobby Krlic (The Haxan Cloak) and a soundtrack full of Latin music. Below are the full song details, quick facts and FAQs.
Quick Facts
| Title | Blue Beetle |
|---|---|
| Type | Superhero film (DC) |
| Release | August 2023 |
| Director | Angel Manuel Soto |
| Composer | Bobby Krlic |
| Star | Xolo Mariduena (Jaime Reyes) |
| Soundtrack | 31 tracks (WaterTower Music) |
Blue Beetle Soundtrack: Directed by Ángel Manuel Soto, the film is based on DC superhero Jaime Reyes (Xolo Maridueña), who sculpts the body of an alien blue beetle scarab and gains superpowers after awarding him a powerful exoskeleton which is releasing on August 20, 2023.
The film is the first live-action superhero film with a Latino lead, played by Xolo Maridueña (Cobra Kai). Other cast members include Bruna Marquezin, Adriana Barraza, Damien Alcazar, Raúl Max Trujillo, and Susan Sarandon.
Blue Beetle Soundtrack
Bobby Krilik composed the song for the Blue Beetle soundtrack. Bobby Krillik, known by his stage name, The Hexon Cloak, composed the score for Blue Beetle. His previous soundtrack credits include the Ari Aster films Midsomer and Beau Are Afraid, the TV series Snowpiercer, and the video game Returnal.
He has also produced an album for Goldfrapp and collaborated on tracks with Father John Misty, Khalid, and Troye Sivan.
Speaking (via BusinessWire) about composing the soundtrack for Blue Beetle, Krilik said: “It’s always been a dream of mine to write the music for a superhero film. Ángel explained to me how he wanted to make one that felt different, something non-traditional that would make an impact.
“Working with him was an effortless and truly joyful collaboration. He pushed me to make music at once unique, challenging, and expansive whilst also being able to exist within a superhero story. I’m incredibly proud of the score, and I feel it marks a new chapter for me as a composer.”
Blue Beetle Soundtrack (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
These Blue Beetle soundtracks composed by Bobby Krlic
- The Sphere: The Sphere is a song from the Blue Beetle soundtrack, composed by Bobby Krlic. It is the album’s first track, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes discovers the alien scarab that gives him his powers.
- The song is dark and atmospheric, with electronic beats and eerie sounds. You can listen to it here or on Apple Music. The Blue Beetle soundtrack also features other songs by Bobby Krlic and some popular songs by artists like Bad Bunny, Rosalía, J Balvin, and more.
- Victoria Kord: It is the second track of the album, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes and his friends break into Kord Industries to learn more about the scarab. The song is a tense and suspenseful piece, with pulsing synths and strings Victoria Kord is also the name of the main antagonist of the movie, played by Susan Sarandon. She is the CEO of Kord Industries and wants to use the scarab’s technology for her nefarious purposes.
- Stealing the Scarab: Stealing the Scarab is another song from the Blue Beetle soundtrack, composed by Bobby Krlic. It is the seventh track of the album, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes and his friend Jenny sneak into Kord Tower to steal an old smartwatch that can help them communicate with the scarab. The song is fast and energetic, with drums, guitars, and synths.
- The Transformation: The Transformation is a song from the Blue Beetle soundtrack, composed by Bobby Krlic. It is the album’s second track, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes discovers his scarab and undergoes his first transformation into a Blue Beetle. The song is dramatic and suspenseful, with strings, horns, and a choir.
- Stratosphere Flight: It is the album’s fifth track, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes flies into the stratosphere with his scarab for the first time. The song is an uplifting and adventurous piece, with electronic beats, synths, and choir.
- Jaime Wakes Up: The sixth track of the album plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes wakes up in his room after his first transformation into a Blue Beetle. The song is a calm and soothing piece, with piano, guitar, and strings.
- He has to deal with his family, friends, school, and a villainous plot by Victoria Kord, the daughter of Ted Kord, the original Blue Beetle.
- Breaking into Kord: It is the seventh track of the album, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes and Jenny Kord break into Kord Tower to get a key to help them remove the scarab from Jaime. The song is tense and suspenseful, with drums, bass, and guitar.
- Kord Tower Fight: It is the eighth track of the album, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes and Jenny Kord fight against Carapax, a cyborg mercenary hired by Victoria Kord, in Kord Tower. The song is a fast and energetic piece, with electric guitar, drums, and synth.
- Ted Kord’s Lair: It is the ninth track of the album, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes and Jenny Kord discover the secret lair of Ted Kord, the original Blue Beetle, in Kord Tower. The song is mysterious and emotional, with piano, strings, and choir.
- Healing: Healing is a song from the Blue Beetle soundtrack, composed by Bobby Krlic. It is the tenth track of the album, and it plays during the scene where Jaime Reyes is healed by the scarab after being injured by Carapax in Kord Tower. The song is calm and soothing, with guitar, piano, and ambient sounds. You can listen to it on Apple Music.
Many more songs on the track are given below
- Jenny’s Childhood
- Good News and Bad News
- Before the Raid
- Manifest Fight
- Reyes House Attack
- Heart Attack
- Activating the Bug Ship
- Dad’s Gadgets
- Nana Leads
- Bug Ship to the Island
- Leaving the Bug Ship
- The Cosmic Realm
- Rebooting
- Nana’s Theme
- Blue Beetle vs Carapax Pt 1
- Blue Beetle vs Carapax Pt 2
- Sacrifices for the Greater Good (feat. Daniela Lalita)
- Now We Can Cry
- Blue Beetle Suite
- Será Que No Me Amas (Blame It on the Boogie) – Damian Castroviejo
- Tú Serás Mi Baby (Be My Baby) – Juventud Crasa
Additional Soundtrack of Blue Beetle Soundtrack
Here is the full list of Blue Beetle’s additional soundtracks:
- “Atrévete-te-te” by Calle 13
- “La Chona” by Los Tucanes de Tijuana
- “Cumbia poder” by Celso Pina
- “Sin Ti” by Los Panchos
- Será Que No Me Amas (Blame It on the Boogie) by Damian Castroviejo
- “María la del Barrio” by Thalía
- “Cue From Cronos” written by Javier Álvarez
- “Deportivo” by Alvado Diaz and Cazzu
- “Gracias a la vida” by Alberto Cortez
- “No Vamos” by RaiNao
- “El Rey” by Vicente Fernández
- “Muchos Quieren Tumbarme” by Ivy Queen
- “Demolición” by Los Saicos
- “Cumbia Sampuesana” by Celso Piña Y Su Ronda Bogotá
- “Tú Serás Mi Baby (Be My Baby)” by Juventud Crasa
- “Al Reves” by Los Wálters
- “Armando Sanchez” by Chalino Sánchez
- “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” by Selena
- “Solo Contigo Basta” by Alfredo Linares
- “Kickstart My Heart” by Mötley Crüe
- “I Ain’t Goin’ Out Like That” by Cypress Hill
- “Koonex Koonex” by Daniela Lalita
- “Sabor A Mí” by Los Panchos
- “Nada Personal” by Soda Stereo
- “All Out of Love” by Air Supply
Who Composed Blue Beetle Soundtrack (2023)
The Haxan Cloak: He is famous for his stage name, The Haxan Cloak. He is a British musician, music producer, and composer.
As a producer, Krilik has worked with artists including Björk, Father John Misty, Khalid, Troye Sivan, Goldfrapp, Serpentswithfeet, and The Bows.
Official Trailer: Here you can check out the official Trailer.
Source: IMDb
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Blue Beetle score?
Bobby Krlic, also known as The Haxan Cloak.
What Latin songs are on the soundtrack?
Spanish-language covers including ‘Sera Que No Me Amas (Blame It on the Boogie)’ by Damian Castroviejo and ‘Tu Seras Mi Baby (Be My Baby)’ by Juventud Crasa.
Who stars in Blue Beetle?
Xolo Mariduena stars as Jaime Reyes.
How many tracks are on the album?
The soundtrack has 31 tracks and was released by WaterTower Music in August 2023.
Where can I watch Blue Beetle?
It is available to stream and on digital platforms.
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