Twilight Soundtrack

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Common Sense Media says

A deliciously dark taste of Twilight.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that the soundtrack to the movie Twilight has some dark, creepy lyrics and music but isn't an overwhelming downer. Some of the songs address relationships, though lyrics tend to be more impressionistic than literal. Fans of the series will be particularly interested in the soundtrack, since Stephenie Meyer often discusses how music inspires her creations.

  • Some dark, gothic imagery and tales of love gone wrong, but nothing explicit (excepting "Eyes on Fire").
  • "Eyes on Fire" includes the lyrics: "I'll seek you out / Flay you alive / One more word and you won't survive."
  • No sexual content, except for innuendo in "Go All the Way": "I'm going to let you have it like you've never had before."

What's the story?

Teens who can't wait for their favorite vampire romance to hit the big screen can get a taste of what's to come in the TWILIGHT SOUNDTRACK. Featuring songs by Stephenie Meyer faves like Muse and Linkin Park, the soundtrack combines recent alt-rock album tracks with all-new songs, including two from Tennessee emo outfit Paramore. Twilight star Rob Pattinson also makes his musical debut here.


Is it any good?

 

Edward and Bella's story is beautifully scored by this haunting, tension-filled soundtrack. Meyer had a hand in picking out the tracks, and they don't stray far from the novel's playlist. Although only one is a repeat (Collective Soul's "Tremble for My Beloved"), the mood is the same, encompassing emo angst, pop-punk rave-ups, and atmospheric ambient and folk. Blue Foundation's ghostly, ethereal "Eyes on Fire" is a standout, as is Pattinson's "Never Think," which has more in common with Eddie Vedder's work for Into the Wild than with Evanescence.


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What families can talk about

Families can talk about how Stephenie Meyer creates "soundtracks" for her novels. What do you think about this soundtrack compared with the playlist she posted for the novel? Do you think this album gives you a good idea of what to expect from the movie or not?


This review was written by Susan Yudt
Teen, 16 years old
February 3, 2011
 
Everyone should give this album a listen. Good mix of songs from lesser known artists.
Despite my mixed feelings towards the books and movies, I absolutely love this soundtrack. I always listen to it on my iPod. It's a great mix of amazing artists I never would have heard of if I hadn't downloaded this album. My favorites are (surprisingly) Robert Pattinson's 2 songs, and Eyes on Fire. You wouldn't know it but Rob can actually sing! I find nothing bad about this album and believe that if you're even considering listening to it just a tiny bit you should definitely do it. Comments? Questions? Concerns? Email me: ogormanscommonsense at yahoo. :)

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Adult
July 26, 2010
 
twilight soundtrack- good!!!!
love this soundtrack i have it on my iPod!!! my favorite songs on the soundtrack are: 1. Decode 2. Full Moon 3. Go All the Way (into the twilight) 4. Eyes on Fire 5. Bella's Lullaby 6. Never Think

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Teen, 16 years old
January 27, 2010
 
LUV it
PARAMORE 4EVR! i LUV decode!

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Teen, 15 years old
September 21, 2009
 
Buy BuY BUY/ Must Have Twilight
I've got one word for corporate America: CONSUMERISM. Stephanie Meyer didn't write those songs or sing them, but she gets paid for albums sold. The Twilight craze just keeps getting bigger. Edward Cullen will soon be on our underwear. The songs aren't bad; it's how much we're spending on it.

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Teen, 17 years old
September 18, 2009
 
Pretty Good
Nothing spectacular, but there are plenty of decent songs.

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Kid, 10 years old
July 24, 2010
 
good for tweens and older kids
it's pretty good

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Teen, 17 years old
September 4, 2009
 
Well, shame to say that the soundtrack was so much better than the movie itself. These songs are great. My personal favorites include Supermassive Black Hole, Leave Out All The Rest, and Eyes On Fire. I'm sure they're the best too. You might be concerned about the lyrics in Eyes On Fire, but honestly, the creepy lyrics sound totally cool. I'm sure anyone who watched the movie enjoyed the soundtrack. Oh, but I was quite disappointed with Bella's Lullaby. I expected something really beautiful. And since when is Robert Pattinson a musician?

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Kid, 13 years old
September 27, 2009
 
Buy with DVD
Good movie Great score. Bella's Lullaby and Never Think were my favorites of the whole soundtrack. It also introduced me to Paramore and Death Cab for Cutie and A Fine Frenzy.

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Parent of 20 year old
November 1, 2009
 
superb..especially " eyes on fire "
too..... much catchy.

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Teen, 15 years old
August 30, 2010
 

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This review was written by Susan Yudt
Topics:magic and fantasy
Artist:Various Artists
Release date:November 4, 2008
Label:Atlantic
Genre:Soundtrack
Parental advisory:No

This review was written by Susan Yudt
 

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