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I Love LA does it the big way from the start with its super great vibes! In case you have watched the first two episodes, you might be singing the songs along and asking yourself: What are the I Love LA soundtrack songs up to now? Accordingly, the list of songs heard is given here, including those already in the past, and the compositions of Kenneth Blume as well.
Music was an essential element in the storytelling through the I Love LA series, from the very beginning to the end. The chosen soundtrack is not merely a background but a major factor in the mood of the show, in the interaction of the characters, and in the transformation of L.A. into a character herself. Every song from the first two episodes is listed below.
Setting the stage: What I Love LA is all about
For the sound to be appreciated, it is necessary to get a picture of the I Love LA world. The story created for Rachel Sennott, who also serves as the protagonist, revolves around Maia, a young and ambitious woman whose dream is to be a talent manager.
Maia is on her way back to her friends - Tallulah (Odessa A’zion) and Alani (True Whitaker) and that means she will have to deal with career pressures, personal relationships, and the chaos of being a young adult in Los Angeles. The cast includes Ayo Edebiri, Elijah Wood, and Josh Hutcherson, who add their own unique characteristics to the show's social dimension.
HBO premiered the series on November 2 with weekly episode releases on Sundays till December 21. In the UK, I Love LA can be watched on Sky and NOW TV.
Music as a character in I Love LA
The soundtrack of I Love LA indeed works like a co-star rather than simply taking over the silence. Each selection of songs contributes to the definition of the scenes, intensification of feelings, and gradation of the conflict between the characters' real and ideal selves. The original score, created by Kenneth Blume, also known as Kenny Beats, features Blume's atmospheric pieces that blend seamlessly with the selected tracks.
Blume’s shift from artist production for the likes of Vince Staples and IDLES to writing music for television shows is quite palpable in his eclectic, movie-like score. It allows him to delve deep inside the narrative from the laughter-laden peaks through the more open, introverted moments; still, he has not turned his back on the current pop and indie sounds.
Every song in I Love LA Episodes 1 & 2
Here is a complete list of the music that can be heard in I Love LA's first two episodes, compiled from publicly available track listings (including SoundtrackOst).
Episode 1
- 5 Alarm – “Last Time”
- She Wants Revenge – “Tear You Apart”
- Randy Newman – “I Love L.A.”
- St. Vincent – “Los Ageless”
- Peaches – “Boys Wanna Be Her”
- Bodyrox – “Yeah Yeah (D Ramirez Vocal Radio Edit)” (as trailer music)
The very first installment establishes an extremely stylish atmosphere: "Last Time" and "Tear You Apart" conjure up emotional intensity, "I Love L.A." offers both a straightforward and an ironic reference to the metropolis, and "Los Ageless" and "Boys Wanna Be Her" contribute a combination of aspiration and sharpness.
Episode 2
- Natalie Bergman – “Dance”
- Holy Ghost! – “Hold On”
- Mr. Little Jeans – “Good Mistake”
- Sipper – “dumb”
- Amanda Blank – “Something Bigger, Something Better”
The second episode is a more emotional story: “Dance” and “Hold On” give the impression of action or waiting, “Good Mistake” and “dumb” show the inner strife or remorse of the characters, and “Something Bigger, Something Better” is, metaphorically speaking, the common goal of the show.
Why these tracks work so well for I Love LA
The songs in the series are not by accident; they are reflections of the cast’s psyche. Maia’s ambition is reflected in the energetic, sometimes chaotic beats. The characters that are Maia’s friends, such as Tallulah and Alani, receive musical moments that feel like they are connected to their personalities.
The music helps the audience experience the character's feelings without the need for explicit explanation.
Los Angeles as more than a backdrop
Randy Newman’s “I Love L.A.” has more than just the title reference; it keeps the series in a place that is full of contradictions. The song is upbeat, but when it is played along with the scenes of the show, it becomes a little ironic, a reminder that L.A. is the place of beauty, but also of difficulty and complexity. “Los Ageless” is a track that amplifies the fight of youthful dreams against the reality of disappointment.
The I Love LA soundtrack has already become one of the most recognizable characteristics of the show. The ten tracks, plus one trailer cue, are expertly curated. Each selection aligns seamlessly with the characters’ themes, heightens the emotional beats, and firmly grounds the story in Los Angeles. Kenneth Blume’s original score ties it all together with precision and atmosphere.
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If the rest of this season is much like this, then music will remain one of the biggest storytelling weapons for the show. Whether you are there for the laughs, the cast, or the locale, just be attentive; these songs are not merely background; they participate in the storytelling.
Also read: I Love LA Episode 4: Release date news, time, streaming details and more
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