The Last of Us is a show that resonates with its audience not only through its gripping narrative but also with its incredible soundtrack. From the opening credits to the closing moments of each episode, the music evokes the emotions, tension, and beauty of a post-apocalyptic world. But have you ever wondered about the songs playing in the background, or more importantly, the title of the tracks that add so much depth to the story?
If you’ve been curious about the songs featured throughout the series, this guide breaks down the complete soundtrack for every episode. Whether you’re revisiting an iconic moment or discovering a hidden gem, here’s your ultimate tracklist from The Last of Us series.
Episode 1: The Last of Us
- Opening Credits – The Last of Us by Gustavo Santaolalla
- Tomorrow – Avril Lavigne
- White Flag – Dido
- Chonophobia – New Oblivion
- I Can't Believe You're Back – Jad Mhanna, Roy Abdallah, Carole Aoun
- Unstable – Gustavo Santaolalla
- The Last of Us Astray – Gustavo Santaolalla
- Ending Credits – Never Let Me Down Again by Depeche Mode
Episode 1 kicks off the series with a blend of haunting orchestral melodies by Gustavo Santaolalla and emotionally charged songs like Avril Lavigne's Tomorrow. The final credits feature the iconic Never Let Me Down Again by Depeche Mode, encapsulating the series’ tone perfectly.
Episode 2: The Last of Us
- Hampa – Ari Lasso
- End Credits – Allowed to Be Happy – Gustavo Santaolalla
In the second episode, the soundtrack takes a more intimate turn with Ari Lasso's Hampa and the reflective Allowed to Be Happy by Gustavo Santaolalla, showcasing the internal struggles of the characters as they move forward.
Episode 3: The Last of Us
- I’m Coming Home to Stay – Fleetwood Mac
- White Room – Cream
- On the Nature of Daylight – Max Richter
- Vanishing Grace (Childhood) – Gustavo Santaolalla
- Song performed by Bill + Frank
- End Credits – Long Long Time – Linda Ronstadt
Episode 3 is a standout for its emotional depth, highlighted by Long Long Time by Linda Ronstadt during Bill and Frank's performance, as well as the haunting On the Nature of Daylight by Max Richter. The fusion of classic rock and orchestral compositions creates a perfect atmosphere for the episode's poignant moments.
Episode 4: The Last of Us
- Alone and Forsaken – Hank Williams
- End Credits – True Faith – Lotte Kestner
In this episode, the mournful country tune Alone and Forsaken by Hank Williams speaks to the loneliness and despair of the world, while True Faith by Lotte Kestner offers a melancholic yet beautiful conclusion to the episode.
Episode 5: The Last of Us
- The Way We Were – Eleven.Five
- Ending Credits – Fuel to Fire – Agnes Obel
The Way We Were by Eleven.Five provides a nostalgic yet bittersweet feeling that resonates with the characters' pasts. Meanwhile, Fuel to Fire by Agnes Obel, playing during the credits, heightens the emotional intensity of the episode’s finale.
Episode 6: The Last of Us
- All Gone (The Promise) – Gustavo Santaolalla
- Ruach Elohim (Breath of God) – Sounding of the Shofar
- All Gone (Seasons) – Gustavo Santaolalla
- All Gone (Partners) – Gustavo Santaolalla
- End Credits – Never Let Me Down Again – Jessica Mazin
Gustavo Santaolalla returns with his signature sound in All Gone (The Promise) and All Gone (Seasons), reinforcing the themes of loss and survival. The finale takes an even deeper emotional turn with Never Let Me Down Again covered by Jessica Mazin, echoing the episode's themes of heartache.
Episode 7: The Last of Us
- All or None – Pearl Jam
- Take On Me – aHa
- Just Like Heaven – The Cure
- I Got You Babe – Etta James
- End Credits – The Choice – Gustavo Santaolalla
The seventh episode has a dynamic and varied soundtrack, with All or None by Pearl Jam and Take On Me by a-ha bringing energy to pivotal scenes. The juxtaposition of I Got You Babe by Etta James with other songs in the episode provides a perfect emotional backdrop, especially as the episode ends with The Choice by Gustavo Santaolalla, which ties everything together.
Each episode of The Last of Us offers a soundtrack that deepens the connection to its characters and their journey. From Gustavo Santaolalla’s haunting, minimalist compositions to the carefully curated songs from various artists, the music in this series is integral to its storytelling. Whether you’re discovering the show for the first time or revisiting it, the soundtrack enhances every moment, making it impossible to ignore the emotional weight that each song brings.
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