Composer

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Neil Young

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Average_duration

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2:51

"Philadelphia" is a soundtrack composed by Neil Young for the 1993 film of the same name. The film, directed by Jonathan Demme, tells the story of a lawyer named Andrew Beckett (played by Tom Hanks) who is fired from his law firm after they discover he has AIDS. Beckett hires a homophobic lawyer named Joe Miller (played by Denzel Washington) to represent him in a wrongful termination lawsuit. The soundtrack was released on January 4, 1994, and features 10 tracks composed by Young. The album opens with the haunting "Philadelphia," which features Young's signature guitar sound and sets the tone for the rest of the album. The second track, "Goin' Home," is a bluesy number that features Young's vocals and harmonica. The third track, "Courage," is perhaps the most well-known song from the album. It was released as a single and reached #28 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to have the courage to stand up for what they believe in. The fourth track, "The Restless Consumer," is a commentary on consumerism and the way it can distract us from the important things in life. The song features a driving beat and distorted guitar riffs. The fifth track, "Inca Queen," is an instrumental piece that showcases Young's guitar skills. The song has a Latin feel and features a prominent percussion section. The sixth track, "Eldorado," is a slow, melancholy ballad that features Young's vocals and acoustic guitar. The song is about the fleeting nature of fame and fortune. The seventh track, "The Times They Are A-Changin'," is a cover of the Bob Dylan classic. Young's version is stripped down and features just his vocals and acoustic guitar. The eighth track, "Philadelphia (Instrumental)," is a reprise of the album's opening track. This version is an instrumental and features a more subdued arrangement. The ninth track, "Prejudice," is a bluesy number that features Young's vocals and harmonica. The song is about the dangers of prejudice and how it can lead to hate and violence. The final track, "City of Night," is a slow, atmospheric piece that features Young's vocals and piano. The song is about the loneliness and isolation that can come with living in a big city. Overall, the "Philadelphia" soundtrack is a powerful and emotional collection of songs that perfectly complement the film's themes of love, loss, and discrimination. Young's signature guitar sound and heartfelt lyrics make this album a must-listen for fans of his music and the film.

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