History AwesomeMusic / MCUPhase4

** Much like how composer Michael Giacchino remixed the Marvel Studios fanfare for ''Thor: Love and Thunder'' to go along with the film's thematic, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HilvaYudLE he does the same]] with ''Werewolf By Night''. Not only does it suddenly shift into a minor-key, more ominous remix, but it transitions smoothly from the end of the fanfare's remix to the opening theme of the special. Oh, and keep in mind, ''all'' of the OST's track names have a spooky pun thrown in for good measure.

** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSXcA0FPpbM Con La Brisa]]: A wonderful song sang in its Spanish by singer Foudeqush, it wonderfully demonstrates the introduction of the MCU equivalent of Atlantis in Talokan, as Shuri discovers the underwater kingdom for the first time. It really makes you feel as though you’re floating beneath the water alongside her, visiting a beautiful place that we can’t even imagine.
** [[https://youtu.be/Q-k2v7azgRI?si=MUDJs8P_zF152cEg Sirens]] is beautifully eerie, playing during Talokan’s attack on the ship near the start of the film. The first half is a low chant which adds more voices as it goes, before abruptly switching to a downright haunting chant from the Talokanil, signifying the coming oceanic threat. Ludwig Göransson superbly captures the feeling that the Sirens from Greek mythology are singing to you, enticing you to drown in the waters below.

** [[https://youtu.be/Q-k2v7azgRI?si=MUDJs8P_zF152cEg Sirens]] is haunting, playing during Talokan’s attack on the ship near the start of the film. The first half is a low chant which adds more voices as it goes, before abruptly switching to a downright haunting chant from the Talokanil, signifying the coming oceanic threat. Ludwig Göransson superbly captures the feeling that the Sirens from Greek mythology are singing to you, enticing you to drown in the waters below.

** [[https://youtu.be/Q-k2v7azgRI?si=MUDJs8P_zF152cEg Sirens]] is haunting, playing during Talokan’s attack on the ship near the start of the film. The first half is a low chant which adds more voices as it goes, before abruptly switching to a downright haunting chant from the Talokanil, signifying the coming oceanic threat.

** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSXcA0FPpbM Con La Brisa]]: A wonderful song sang in its Spanish by singer Foudeqush, it wonderfully demonstrates the introduction of the MCU equivalent of Atlantis in Talokan, as Shuri discovers the underwater kingdom for the first time.

** First and foremost, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx_OexsUI2M&pp=ygUSbGlmdCBtZSB1cCByaWhhbm5h Lift Me Up]] by Rihanna. The movie's main theme, recipient of a number of musical awards (including an Oscar nomination), Rihanna's triumphant return to music and one hell of a send-off for the late great Creator/ChadwickBoseman, the song ''perfectly'' captures the melancholy and emotional tone of the movie and Shuri's subsequent depression.
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSXcA0FPpbM&pp=ygUMY29uIGxhIGJyaXNh Con La Brisa]]: A wonderful song sang in its Spanish by singer Foudeqush, it wonderfully demonstrates the introduction of the MCU equivalent of Atlantis in Talokan, as Shuri discovers the underwater kingdom for the first time.
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8qGmBtXZV8&pp=ygUPYWxvbmUgYnVybmEgYm95 Alone]] is a fantastic track that's a perfect blend of African leitmotif while also being modern and fitting for the {{Afrofuturism}} setting Wakanda is in. It also serves as a wonderful inner monologue for the depressed, vengeful yet determined Shuri and plays during one of her most important scenes.
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBMSYhzc0nM&pp=ygUTY29taW5nIGJhY2sgZm9yIHlvdQ%3D%3D Coming Back For You]] by Fireboy DML wonderfully enraptures the scene the follows it with a mixture of bittersweet acceptance and hope for the people of Wakanda. If one listens to the lyrics, one could also interpret this as a message from Queen Romanda to Shuri. It could also be a beautiful final message of encouragement from ''T'Challa'' himself from the Ancestral Plane to his beloved little sister.
** Tems' cover of "No Woman, No Cry" that features in the trailers is quite a heartfelt rendition of the classic Music/BobMarley song and is well suited to match the tone for the film.
** The ''glorious'' remix of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FymCWyMO7LA Never Forget]] that features in the main trailer. It is wonderfully mixed with its native African dialect while carrying the epic superhero vibe the MCU has, reminding the audience of Wakanda's heritage and culture in the process. The background chanting of "Wakanda! Forever!" only adds to the eargasm you'll have listening to it.
** Ludwig Göransson's original score for the movie is every bit as grand and intricate as the songs, with several being standout examples:
*** "Nyana Wam" is a beautiful piece that serves as a wonderful introduction to the film. With its glorious African chanting and heavy use of drums, it catches the attention of your ears straight away. It starts out regal and strong like Shuri herself, before exploding into a wide cacophony of sound and excitement, though it still has its moments of bleakness. In essence, it perfectly captures the film as a whole.
*** "We Know What You Whisper" is quite a frightening melody that showcases the enigmatic threat of Talokan and the heart-pounding race to keep them away from Wakanda and the surface as a whole.
*** "Sirens" is a terrifying piece of music that sounds like something out of a tribal-themed horror film.
*** "Namor" is a fantastic composition of classic Mexican instruments with a very tribal motif, signifying his Mayan origins and his [[ReallySevenHundredYearsOld ancient age]]. It also has a sinister edge to it despite its traditional sound, making it clear that Namor is ''not'' the hero of the story.
*** "Vengeance Has Consumed Us" plays during the final confrontation between Shuri and Namor. It begins as a sombre and melancholy tune that goes hand in hand with how far both have fallen and how they must learn the lesson that T'Challa himself learnt some years ago. This leads to its transition to an extremely triumphant fanfare, signifying the end of the victory of Shuri.
*** Last but ''certainly'' not least: "T'Challa". An uplifting and emotional piece that perfectly captures the spirit of his character and what he meant to the people of Wakanda, especially Shuri. It is this piece that signifies the end of the war between Talokan and Wakanda.

** "Nyana Wam" is a beautiful piece that serves as a wonderful introduction to the film. With its glorious African chanting and heavy use of drums, it catches the attention of your ears straight away. It starts out regal and strong like Shuri herself, before exploding into a wide cacophony of sound and excitement, though it still has its moments of bleakness. In essence, it perfectly captures the film as a whole.

* Ludwig Göransson's original score for the movie is every bit as grand and intricate as the songs, with several being standout examples:

** "We Know What You Whisper" is quite a frightening melody that showcases the enigmatic threat of Talokan and the heart-pounding race to keep them away from Wakanda and the surface as a whole.
** "Namor" is a fantastic composition of classic Mexican instruments with a very tribal motif, signifying his Mayan origins and his [[ReallySevenHundredYearsOld ancient age]]. It also has a sinister edge to it despite its traditional sound, making it clear that Namor is ''not'' the hero of the story.
** "Vengeance Has Consumed Us" plays during the final confrontation between Shuri and Namor. It begins as a sombre and melancholy tune that goes hand in hand with how far both have fallen and how they must learn the lesson that T'Challa himself learnt some years ago. This leads to its transition to an extremely triumphant fanfare, signifying the end of the victory of Shuri.
** Last but ''certainly'' not least: "T'Challa". An uplifting and emotional piece that perfectly captures the spirit of his character and what he meant to the people of Wakanda, especially Shuri. It is this piece that signifies the end of the war between Talokan and Wakanda.

** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8qGmBtXZV8&pp=ygUPYWxvbmUgYnVybmEgYm95 Alone by Burna Boy]] is a fantastic track that's a perfect blend of African leitmotif while also being modern and fitting for the {{Afrofuturism}} setting Wakanda is in. It also serves as a wonderful inner monologue for the depressed, vengeful yet determined Shuri and plays during one of her most important scenes.

** The ''glorious'' remix of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FymCWyMO7LA Never Forget]] that features in the main trailer. It is wonderfully mixed with its native African dialect while carrying the epic superhero vibe the MCU has, reminding the audience of Wakanda's heritage and culture in the process. The background chanting of "Wakanda! Forever!" only adds to the eargasm.

* ''Film/BlackPantherWakandaForever:'' With much to live up to against its predecessor in the music department, it's pleasing to say they outdid themselves once again, with this being one of the most acclaimed soundtracks in the MCU, courtesy of Ludwig Göransson, Music/Rihanna and a number of other artists.

* ''Film/BlackPantherWakandaForever:'' With much to live up to against its predecessor in the music department, it's pleasing to say they outdid themselves once again, with this being one of the most acclaimed soundtracks in the MCU, courtesy of Ludwig Göransson, Music/Rihanna and a number of other artists.

** Music/{{Tems}} cover of "No Woman, No Cry" that features in the trailers is quite a heartfelt rendition of the classic Music/BobMarley song and is wonderfully composed to match the tone for the film.

* ''Film/BlackPantherWakandaForever:'' With much to live up to against its predecessor in the music department, it's pleasing to say they outdid themselves once again, with this being one of the most acclaimed soundtracks in the MCU, courtesy of Creator/LudwigGorranson, Music/Rihanna and a number of other artists.

* ''Film/WerewolfByNight:''

* ''Film/TheGuardiansOfTheGalaxyHolidaySpecial:'' Did you ''seriously'' think a new GOTG feature would go without a new awesome music entry? ''No.'' [[PunctuatedForEmphasis No. You. Did. Not.]] Behold!
** Right in the special's opening, the ''Music/Old97s'' (as a group of Ravager musicians, no less) grace us with what will surely become a new Christmas classic: "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axjJCkTZx74 I Don't Know What Christmas Is (But Christmastime Is Here)]]." It's absolutely ridiculous. And ''absolutely delightful.''

** Much like how composer Michael Giacchino remixed the Marvel Studios fanfare for ''Thor: Love and Thunder'' to go along with the film's thematic, he does the same with ''Werewolf By Night''. Not only does it suddenly shift into a minor-key, more ominous remix, but it transitions smoothly from the end of the fanfare's remix to the opening theme of the special. [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HilvaYudLE Take a listen here.]] Oh, and keep in mind, ''all'' of the OST's track names have a spooky pun thrown in for good measure.

** Much like how composer Michael Giacchino remixed the Marvel Studios fanfare for ''Thor: Love and Thunder'' to go along with the film's thematic, he does the same with ''Werewolf By Night''. Not only does it suddenly shift into a minor-key, more ominous remix, but it transitions smoothly from the end of the fanfare's remix to the main theme of the special. [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HilvaYudLE Take a listen here.]] Oh, and keep in mind, ''all'' of the OST's track names have a spooky pun thrown in for good measure.

* ''Film/WerewolfByNight''