You know exactly what we’re talking about, don’t you? When you watch a scene from a movie and think, “this song really makes the scene.” We all have our favorite examples, but do not be fooled. These songs are not in soundtracks, but they sound so cinematic, they should be in a soundtrack. If any of our readers are filmmakers, we beg you to make these happen. We will, of course, accept social media edits as well.
‘Younger’ – Olympia Vitalis
We want ‘Younger’ by Olympia Vitalis to be featured in a film simply because of its storytelling. Olympia sings about the desire to return to youthful freedom in a way that is so captivating, we can only imagine how it would translate to the screen. “If it’s change you that want, then it’s change that you’ll have,” she sings. And if there’s one thing that carries a film, it’s change and growth.
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‘Better In Heaven’ – Diva Smith
Essential to any film is the dramatic turning point when everything comes crashing down. Diva Smith’s ‘Better In Heaven’ sounds exactly like the crushing unknown, but with a glimmer of hope. We can imagine the chorus playing as the main character of a coming-of-age film looks out at the night sky, or races down an empty street with their windows down. Something of that nature. Who knows, maybe ‘Better In Heaven’ will be someone’s The Perks of Being a Wallflower moment. Either way, Diva Smith is the next it-girl you need to look out for.
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‘Could You Love Me’ – Elijah Woods
This one has a similar desperation to Diva Smith’s track, but the scenes would be wildly different. Elijah Woods’ ‘Could You Love Me’ is less crushing doubt, more letting go of someone you know will keep pulling you down. Our main character in this scene has tried their hardest to make this relationship work and is being left with no choice. We’re picturing a triumphant, freeing scene while our character decides to take the leap and let go of a toxic relationship.
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‘All That Glitters Isn’t Gold’ – Ananya
The opening of this song immediately screams cinematic. Though as we keep listening, it was the bridge that gave us no choice but to add Ananya’s ‘All That Glitters Isn’t Gold’ to this list. The vulnerability in this song could only add to an emotional scene. Betrayal, loss, and acceptance can be wrapped into one scene with how much is packed into these two minutes and forty-five seconds.
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‘Nothing Romantic’ – Sunflower Beam
Sunflower Beam’s ‘Nothing Romantic’ has a darker edge to it. We could certainly see this playing while our main character takes a dark turn. This could be played in a thriller or a horror just to give it the dark tone it deserves. Even more than a scene though, we can see this playing during closing credits. Sunflower Beam’s Julia Cummings sings with such a finality and a dramatic flair, we have no trouble imagining a cut to black leading right into the eerie opening riff.
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We are once again asking for filmmakers or social media editors. Or any of our readers with a vision. Please share your vision for any of these songs or any other songs that can only be described as cinematic over on our socials. We will be anxiously waiting at @thehoneypop on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
