About this album
Where they were
By the time of this soundtrack's release in January 2018, Lady Gaga was transitioning from a pop superstar to an acclaimed actress. This marked her first major film role in a leading capacity, following the commercial success of her previous album, 'Joanne,' which had showcased her artistic evolution.
Why it matters
The soundtrack features the Grammy-winning single 'Shallow,' which topped charts worldwide and became a cultural phenomenon. Its critical acclaim highlighted Gaga's versatility and solidified her status as both a musician and actress, contributing significantly to the film's success at the box office and its impact on popular music.
Essential tracks
- "Shallow" — 'Shallow' serves as the emotional centerpiece of the film, encapsulating the main characters' struggles and aspirations with its soaring chorus and heartfelt lyrics.
- "Always Remember Us This Way" — This track showcases Gaga's vocal prowess while capturing themes of nostalgia and love, making it a standout moment of reflection in the narrative.
- "I'll Never Love Again (film version)" — As a poignant farewell within the film, this ballad highlights Gaga's emotional depth and delivers a powerful climax that resonates with audiences.
Release Date
January 1, 2018
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Intro 0:20
- 2 Black Eyes 3:03
- 3 Somewhere Over the Rainbow (dialogue) 0:42
- 4 Fabulous French (dialogue) 0:19
- 5 La Vie en rose 2:59
- 6 I’ll Wait for You (dialogue) 0:19
- 7 Maybe It’s Time 2:39
- 8 Parking Lot (dialogue) 0:31
- 9 Out of Time 2:52
- 10 Alibi 3:03
- 11 Trust Me 0:32
- 12 Shallow 3:35
- 13 First Stop, Arizona (dialogue) 0:10
- 14 Music to My Eyes 3:19
- 15 Diggin’ My Grave 3:57
- 16 I Love You (dialogue) 0:19
- 17 Always Remember Us This Way 3:30
- 18 Unbelievable (dialogue) 0:28
- 19 How Do You Hear It? (dialogue) 0:14
- 20 Look What I Found 2:55
- 21 Memphis (dialogue) 0:24
- 22 Heal Me 3:16
- 23 I Don’t Know What Love Is 2:57
- 24 Vows (dialogue) 0:17
- 25 Is That Alright? 3:11
- 26 SNL (dialogue) 0:13
- 27 Why Did You Do That? 3:04
- 28 Hair Body Face 3:22
- 29 Scene 98 0:35
- 30 Before I Cry 4:18
- 31 Too Far Gone 1:26
- 32 Twelve Notes (dialogue) 1:03
- 33 I’ll Never Love Again (film version) 4:41
- 34 I’ll Never Love Again (extended version) 5:28