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People Like Us (2012) Soundtrack: Every Song

People Like Us (2012) Soundtrack: Every Song & When It Plays in the movie

7.5 Drama 2012

After flying home to L.A. for the funeral of his estranged record-producer father, a struggling man discovers that the will stipulates that he must deliver $150,000 in cash to a 30-year-old alcoholic sister he never knew existed, and her troubled 12-year-old son.

People Like Us soundtrack includes a selection of tracks from The Clash, Faith No More, Bob Dylan and others, along with an original score by A.R. Rahman. This guide provides the complete list of soundtrack songs and scene descriptions, along with details on the composers and music supervisors involved in the 2012 Touchstone Pictures production. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the movies section.

Marking the directorial debut of Alex Kurtzman, this drama follows a struggling New York trade broker who returns home to Los Angeles following the death of his record producer father. The film utilizes a combination of upbeat tunes and background tunes to highlight the emotional friction of family secrets and the process of reconciling with the past. As the plot centers on the lead character discovering a hidden sum of money and locating the half-sister he never knew, the musical choices incorporate vocal tracks and melodic tunes from artists like Bob Dylan and James Vincent McMorrow to underscore the journey of connection and self-discovery.

Soundtrack & Songs List

People Like Us (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks lead the cast, delivering grounded performances as siblings dealing with the heavy inheritance of their father's complicated personal life. The musical score highlights the bittersweet realizations and small moments of trust between the main characters through gentle instrumental themes. Music supervisor Liza Richardson integrated specific tracks from different genres, including rock anthems from The Clash and classic rock from James Gang, to establish an authentic backdrop that aligns with the musical legacy of the family's deceased patriarch.

Main Cast

  • Chris Pine Sam Harper
  • Elizabeth Banks Frankie Davis
  • Olivia Wilde Hannah
  • Michelle Pfeiffer Lillian Harper
  • Mark Duplass Ted
  • Devin Brochu Simon
  • Barbara Eve Harris Mrs. Haney
  • Dean Chekvala Jerry
  • Sara Mornell Dr. Amanda Goldstein
  • Michael Hall D'Addario Josh Alan Davis

Official Trailer

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Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in the Movie

Song Title Artist Type
These Times SafetySuit Song
Funk #49 James Gang Song
Helping Hand Foghat Song
Fast As a Shark Accept Song
Boogie Stop Shuffle Charles Mingus Song
Sunrise Eric Carmen Song
The Ruling Class Loose Fur Song
Spanish Bombs The Clash Song
Louder (Put Your Hands Up) Chris Willis Song
Stone Rollin' Raphael Saadiq Song
Be Aggressive Faith No More Song
Tangled Up In Blue Bob Dylan Song
We Don't Eat James Vincent McMorrow Song
Dotted Line Liz Phair Song
People Like Us A.R. Rahman Score
New York to L.A. A.R. Rahman Score
Dad's Studio A.R. Rahman Score
Dad's Shaving Kit A.R. Rahman Score
Following Frankie A.R. Rahman Score
Frankie's Burning Desire A.R. Rahman Score
Beat the Living A.R. Rahman Score
Welcome to People A.R. Rahman Score
Mom A.R. Rahman Score
Tacos A.R. Rahman Score
Discount Prom Dress A.R. Rahman Score
Airport Adventures Michael 'Nomad' Ripoll Score
Six Rules A.R. Rahman Score
Breakfast for Mom / Just Be People A.R. Rahman Score
Crab Drumming / Finding Sam A.R. Rahman Score
I Am Your Brother A.R. Rahman Score
Family Pictures A.R. Rahman Score
Dotted Line Liz Phair Score

Frequently Asked Questions

Who composed the music for People Like Us?

The score for People Like Us was composed by A.R. Rahman.

How many songs are in the soundtrack for People Like Us?

There are 32 songs featured in the soundtrack for People Like Us. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.

What are the genres of People Like Us?

The main genres for People Like Us include Drama.

Movie Information
Release Year 2012
Rating 7.5
Genres Drama
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