The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes Soundtrack: The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is an upcoming American dystopian science fiction action film directed by Francis Lawrence from a screenplay by Michael Lesslie and Michael Arndt.
The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes Soundtrack
It is based on the 2020 novel The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins, which serves as a prequel to The Hunger Games (2012) and is the fifth installment in The Hunger Games film series.
The film stars Tom Blythe, Rachel Zegler, Peter Dinklage, Hunter Schafer, Josh Andres Rivera, Jason Schwartzman, and Viola Davis.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is scheduled to be released by Lionsgate in the United States on November 17, 2023.
Original Soundtrack of The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes
All songs are from the same album, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Music From and Inspired By), released in 2023. Here is the full list of the soundtrack:
- Can’t Catch Me Now – Olivia Rodrigo: This song is composed by the artist Olivia Rodrigo, who is part of the album The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (Music From & Inspired By), released in 2023.
- The Hanging Tree – Rachel Zegler
- Wool – Flatland Cavalry
- Nothing You Can Take From Me – Rachel Zegler
- The Garden – Sierra Ferrell
- The Ballad of Lucy Gray Baird – Rachel Zegler
- Bury Me Beneath the Willow – Molly Tuttle
- The Old Therebefore / Singing at Snakes – Rachel Zegler & James Newton Howard
- Burn Me Once – Bella White
- District 12 Stomp – The Covey Band
- Nothing You Can Take From Me (Boot-Stompin’ Version) – Rachel Zegler & The Covey Band
- Cabin Song – Billy Strings
- Lucy Gray (part 1) – Rachel Zegler
- Pure As the Driven Snow – Rachel Zegler & The Covey Band
- Winter’s Come and Gone – Charles Wesley Godwin
- Keep On the Sunny Side – Josie Hope Hall & The Covey Band
- Lucy Gray (part 2) – Rachel Zegler
The Ballad of Songbirds And Snake Score List
New versions of the songs featured in the film will also be the centerpiece of the soundtrack album. The soundtrack and film were released on the same day as the film’s release.
- The Dark Days
- Anthem: Gem Of Panem (Instrumental)
- Coryo In The Capitol
- Assigning The Mentors
- Meet The Mentor
- Gamemaker
- Sejanus
- Hunger Is A Weapon
- Strategy
- Department Of War
- The Arena
- Saving Snow
- Ideas Firing
- Happy Hunger Games
- Mercy
- Seize The Opportunity
- Cut The Feed
- Open The Gate
- Powerful
- Afraid Of Water
- Drone Attack
- Inside The Duct
- Under The Flag
- Planting The Cloth
- Rainbow Of Destruction
- Get Her Out
- The Sound Of Snow
- Your Life Has Just Begun
- You Are Safe
- Trust Is Everything
- I Can’t Stay Here
- Cabin In The Rain
- Lucy?
- The Woods
- Change Of Plan
- Passed The Tests
- Snow Lands On Top
- Three Solos For Yuja
- (i) Friendship
- (ii) Rue’s Farewell
- (iii) Victor
Who Composed The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes Soundtrack
- James Newton Howard: James Newton Howard is an American film composer, music producer, and keyboardist. He has recorded over 100 songs and has been honored with nine nominations for a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, and an Academy Award and he composed the entire soundtrack of The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes.
The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes Soundtrack: On September 20, 2023, “The Hanging Tree (Version of Lucy)” featuring vocals from American actress Rachel Zegler, as the first single was teased in the film’s trailer, was confirmed by film producer Nina Jacobson on her Twitter. However, Rachel Zegler performed versions of the songs from the film.
Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller and War
Release date: November 17, 2023 (United States)
Official Synopsis: Coriolanus Snow mentors and develops feelings for the female District 12 tribute during the 10th Hunger Games.
(External link: The Ballad of Songbirds And Snakes Soundtrack)
The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Quick Facts
| Title | The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes |
|---|---|
| Type | Film (Sci-Fi/Drama) |
| Director | Francis Lawrence |
| Screenplay | Michael Lesslie & Michael Arndt |
| Composer | James Newton Howard |
| Featured Vocals | Rachel Zegler |
| Release Date | November 17, 2023 (United States) |
| Studio | Lionsgate |
Where to Stream
The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes was released theatrically by Lionsgate on November 17, 2023, before moving to digital and streaming. For more film soundtrack coverage, visit our Movie Soundtrack hub or browse our Streaming guide for current availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes score?
James Newton Howard composed the score, continuing his role as the franchise’s regular composer since the original Hunger Games film.
Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by Michael Lesslie and Michael Arndt, based on Suzanne Collins’s 2020 novel.
What is the film’s original ballad performed by Rachel Zegler?
Rachel Zegler, who plays Lucy Gray Baird, performs several original songs written for the film, including “Nothing You Can Take From Me” and “The Ballad of Lucy Gray Baird,” featured on the official soundtrack album.
Who directed The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes?
Francis Lawrence directed the film, having previously directed three other entries in the Hunger Games franchise.
When was The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes released?
The film was released in the United States on November 17, 2023, by Lionsgate.
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