Hacks Season 5 (2026) Soundtrack Guide
Set against the backdrop of the entertainment industry, the series explores the generational divide and inevitable bond that forms between the two women as they navigate ego, ageism, and sexism, challenging each other to grow in both their careers and personal lives. Through sharp, often hostile mentorship and collaboration, the prickly pair evolves from reluctant colleagues into a team that pushes each other to take greater creative risks, frequently trading barbs while navigating the pressures of fame and the need for relevance.
Hacks Season 5 soundtrack features a curated playlist featuring tracks from Peggy Lee, Diana Ross, Isaac Scott and others. This guide provides the complete list of soundtrack songs and scene descriptions, along with details on the composers and music supervisors involved in the HBO Max production. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the series section.
Premiering on Max on April 9, 2026, the final installment of the series opens with an episode titled "Reports of My Death," where Deborah Vance and Ava Daniels address an erroneous media report regarding Deborah's status. The story follows the characters back to Las Vegas as Deborah works to manage her professional standing while facing a legal non-compete clause. These episodes integrate a variety of background tunes and popular tracks that highlight the shifting dynamics in Deborah’s career. The musical score supports the comedic and dramatic elements of the script as the characters navigate their renewed professional partnership.
Popular Songs from Season 5
Episode 1: EGOT (Apr 9, 2026)
After returning from Singapore, Deborah focuses on shifting her career narrative and cementing her legacy.
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Crucifixus a 6
Michiko Takahashi
Scene Context: People putting up signs and flowers in front of Deb's house about her "death".
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You Save'd Me
Specialties Unltd
Scene Context: Deb drives off after the gate opens.
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You Did This for Me
The Natural Four
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Superfine Feeling (Ashley Beedle's NSW Rejig - 7" Edit)
Rare Pleasure
Scene Context: Deborah walks through the streets of Las Vegas smiling and saying that she is alive.
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Feast Goin' On
Isaac Scott
Scene Context: Charging the electric car
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I'm Satisfied Just Loving You
Bobbie Jean Bland
Scene Context: Scenes from Las Vegas
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Scene Context: Singing and dancing in the room
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I Ain't Been Licked
Scene Context: Music plays after Deborah and Ava leave the courtroom, which is crowded with reporters. / Ending Credits Song
Episode 2: Number One Fan (Apr 16, 2026)
Deborah rallies her fanbase to help secure Madison Square Garden for her next stand-up show. Meanwhile, Jimmy pitches an idol, and Ava meets a fan.
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New York Groove
Ace Frehley
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I'm Looking For My Baby
Eddie Sull
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Funky City
Rastafari
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I Believe
Laura Taylor
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Beautiful Soul
Jesse McCartney
Scene Context: Performing Beautiful Soul in the party
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Lost in Music
Sister Sledge
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Come Back Home
Al Kent
Scene Context: Closing Credits Song
Episode 3: No New Tricks (Apr 23, 2026)
Deborah hits it off with the Palmetto's new artist in residence. Marcus sets out to save a historic casino, and Marty has uninvited wedding guests.
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No Broke Boys
Disco Lines
Scene Context: Deborah was photographed at the Palmetto.
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You Needn't Tell Me
Sity & James
Scene Context: Ava entered the Vance Mansion.
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Hang Around
Tiguan Jones
Scene Context: Ava and Eli were observed engaging in intimate behavior at the High Roller establishment.
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Papa's Got a Brand New Bag
Scene Context: Deborah Hayes and her partner, Nico Hayes, were observed engaging in a romantic meeting at a local restaurant.
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Nami
Hotel Mancho
Scene Context: Deborah and Nico shared a romantic moment at the restaurant
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City Life
Cheese
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Have a Little Faith
Benny Latimore
Scene Context: Deborah and Marcus engaged in conversation at the wedding venue.
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Keep On Holding On
J.P. Robinson
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Hate to Be the One
Izzy Escobar
Scene Context: Hacks Episode 3 Closing Credits Song
Episode 4: Who's Making Dinner? (Apr 30, 2026)
Ava finds inspiration at a 50th anniversary event for Who's Making Dinner?, while Deborah is reminded of painful memories.
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Goody Goody Gumdrops
Jimmy Hayes
Scene Context: Aerial view of Los Angeles
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Murder in My Heart (For the Judge)
Lee Michaels
Scene Context: Closing Credits Music
Episode 5: D'Amazing Race (Apr 30, 2026)
Deborah fulfills a lifelong promise to DJ, while Ava attempts to secure the rights for her Who's Making Dinner? reboot.
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La Bienvenida
Callum Melville
Scene Context: Deborah and DJ hasten to hail a taxi.
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Mambo Gozon
Tito Puente and His Orchestra
Scene Context: DJ transports a quantity of cheese down an incline, as Deborah provides a critique of her efforts in Mexico.
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Bad Situation (Previously Unreleased)
Harold Burrage
Scene Context: Deborah and DJ reach their final destination in the competition.
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The Philly Freeze
Alvin Cash
Scene Context: Deborah and DJ participated in the challenge dressed in clown costumes.
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You Are the Best Thing
Scene Context: Closing Credits Song
Episode 6: Artificial IntelliVance (May 7, 2026)
With construction on The Diva heading way over budget, Deborah meets with an AI investor, causing friction between her and Ava. Meanwhile, Jimmy and Kayla head out on a road trip after being tasked with landing the new casino's comic in residence.
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L'aile ou la cuisse
Vladimir Cosma
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Bubble Gum
Wave One
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Come to the Party (From "Revenge of the Cheerleaders")
John Sterling & Jimmy Whitney
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Legs Eleven
Brocklesby Crooke
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Tormented
Johnny Holiday
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Let Down
Smudge Mason
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Won't You Come Back Home
Pauline Shivers
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Set My Soul on Fire
Jean Austin
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I'm Like a Bird
Episode 7: Montecito (May 7, 2026)
After deciding on a very specific outfit for her MSG show, Deborah is forced to grovel for the esteemed suit...only to find herself on an unexpected couple's weekend in Montecito with Ava.
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Chica Mejicanita
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Pain and Misery
Episode 8: The Cube (May 14, 2026)
When she's asked to promote her on-sale ticket date, Deborah gets creative with a workaround...only to be stymied by another obstacle. Meanwhile, Kayla and Jimmy find themselves at odds after being served with a lawsuit.
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Baby Can't You See
Little Tommy
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Lost Without You
Will Sessions & Amp Fiddler
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The Boss
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Keep On
King Tutt Band
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You're A Devil
Pauline Shivers
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Bovine Excision
Samia
Episode 9: The Garden (May 21, 2026)
While Ava pitches her reboot to the network, Deborah does final press ahead of her MSG show and fills a key staffing need at The Diva. Then, Deborah prepares to take the stage for the biggest show of her career, which looks much different than she imagined.
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Scene Context: On "The Breakfast Club," Deborah requests that they perform a song by GloRilla.
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Scene Context: Deborah prepares for the show in a series of preparatory scenes.
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Who's the Daddy Now
Speedometer
Scene Context: Deborah arrives at the venue and greets her fans, who appear to be disappointed.
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Tomahawk
Speedometer
Scene Context: Deborah meets with Marty in his hotel room.
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Happiness
Scene Context: Deborah participates in a media tour.
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Disco Machine
Grand David
Episode 10: Happy Days Are Here Again (May 28, 2026)
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Lady Luck
Richard Swift
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Won't You Come Back Home
Pauline Shivers
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Superfine Feeling (NSW Rejig - 7" Edit)
Rare Pleasure
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Bloodflow
Grandbrothers
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Chanson sur ma drôle de vie
Véronique Sanson & Vianney
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La plus belle chanson
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Pop Girl
Kumisolo
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About Work the Dancefloor
Georgia
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True Love
Tobias Jesso Jr.
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Get Happy/Happy Days Are Here Again
Scene Context: Deborah and Ava reconcile by hugging eache other
Hacks Season 5 Trailer Songs
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Born to Be Alive (Mix 79)
Patrick Hernandez
Hacks Season 5 HBO Max Trailer Music
This concluding season consists of ten episodes and introduces new cast members including Christopher Briney, who portrays a pop star involved in a storyline with Deborah. Additional guest stars such as Ann Dowd, Cherry Jones, and Leslie Bibb appear across the series, which also features a crossover with The Amazing Race. The soundtrack includes several original songs and curated tracks that align with the Vegas-centric setting and the live performance themes. These musical selections and various tunes are utilized to enhance the atmosphere of the 2026 production as the show approaches its series finale on May 28.
Main Cast
- Jean Smart Deborah Vance
- Hannah Einbinder Ava
- Carl Clemons-Hopkins Marcus
- Paul W. Downs Jimmy
- Megan Stalter Kayla
Official Trailer
Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode
| Episode | Song Title | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| E1 | Crucifixus a 6 | Michiko Takahashi |
| E1 | You Save'd Me | Specialties Unltd |
| E1 | You Did This for Me | The Natural Four |
| E1 | Superfine Feeling (Ashley Beedle's NSW Rejig - 7" Edit) | Rare Pleasure |
| E1 | Feast Goin' On | Isaac Scott |
| E1 | I'm Satisfied Just Loving You | Bobbie Jean Bland |
| E1 | Is That All There Is? | Peggy Lee |
| E1 | I Ain't Been Licked | Diana Ross |
| E2 | New York Groove | Ace Frehley |
| E2 | I'm Looking For My Baby | Eddie Sull |
| E2 | Funky City | Rastafari |
| E2 | I Believe | Laura Taylor |
| E2 | Beautiful Soul | Jesse McCartney |
| E2 | Lost in Music | Sister Sledge |
| E2 | Come Back Home | Al Kent |
| E3 | No Broke Boys | Disco Lines |
| E3 | You Needn't Tell Me | Sity & James |
| E3 | Hang Around | Tiguan Jones |
| E3 | Papa's Got a Brand New Bag | James Brown |
| E3 | Nami | Hotel Mancho |
| E3 | City Life | Cheese |
| E3 | Have a Little Faith | Benny Latimore |
| E3 | Keep On Holding On | J.P. Robinson |
| E3 | Hate to Be the One | Izzy Escobar |
| E4 | Goody Goody Gumdrops | Jimmy Hayes |
| E4 | Murder in My Heart (For the Judge) | Lee Michaels |
| E5 | La Bienvenida | Callum Melville |
| E5 | Mambo Gozon | Tito Puente and His Orchestra |
| E5 | Bad Situation (Previously Unreleased) | Harold Burrage |
| E5 | The Philly Freeze | Alvin Cash |
| E5 | You Are the Best Thing | Ray LaMontagne |
| E6 | L'aile ou la cuisse | Vladimir Cosma |
| E6 | Bubble Gum | Wave One |
| E6 | Come to the Party (From "Revenge of the Cheerleaders") | John Sterling & Jimmy Whitney |
| E6 | Legs Eleven | Brocklesby Crooke |
| E6 | Tormented | Johnny Holiday |
| E6 | Let Down | Smudge Mason |
| E6 | Won't You Come Back Home | Pauline Shivers |
| E6 | Set My Soul on Fire | Jean Austin |
| E6 | I'm Like a Bird | Nelly Furtado |
| E7 | Everyday | Buddy Holly |
| E7 | Chica Mejicanita | Andrea Litkei & Ervin Litkei |
| E7 | Lauren | Men I Trust |
| E7 | Pain and Misery | The Teskey Brothers |
| E7 | Seabird | Alessi Brothers |
| E8 | Baby Can't You See | Little Tommy |
| E8 | Lost Without You | Will Sessions & Amp Fiddler |
| E8 | The Boss | Diana Ross |
| E8 | Keep On | King Tutt Band |
| E8 | You're A Devil | Pauline Shivers |
| E8 | Bovine Excision | Samia |
| E9 | LET HER COOK | GloRilla |
| E9 | Blame | Gabriels |
| E9 | Who's the Daddy Now | Speedometer |
| E9 | Tomahawk | Speedometer |
| E9 | Happiness | The Pointer Sisters |
| E9 | Disco Machine | Grand David |
| E10 | Lady Luck | Richard Swift |
| E10 | Won't You Come Back Home | Pauline Shivers |
| E10 | Superfine Feeling (NSW Rejig - 7" Edit) | Rare Pleasure |
| E10 | Bloodflow | Grandbrothers |
| E10 | Chanson sur ma drôle de vie | Véronique Sanson & Vianney |
| E10 | La plus belle chanson | Jacqueline Taïeb |
| E10 | Pop Girl | Kumisolo |
| E10 | About Work the Dancefloor | Georgia |
| E10 | True Love | Tobias Jesso Jr. |
| E10 | Get Happy/Happy Days Are Here Again | Barbra Streisand, Judy Garland |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Hacks: Season 5?
The score for Hacks: Season 5 was composed by David Stal, Carlos Rafael Rivera.
How many songs are in the soundtrack for Hacks: Season 5?
There are 68 songs featured in the soundtrack for Hacks: Season 5. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.
What are the genres of Hacks: Season 5?
The main genres for Hacks: Season 5 include Comedy, Drama.
How many seasons does Hacks have?
The TV show Hacks currently has 5 seasons.