Alright, fellow This Is Us fans, the wait has been long this summer with no new episodes! Am I right? Now to hold us over until the Season Premiere on September 26, This Is Us (Music from the Series) is available on September 15th! I’m so excited about this, because music has a way of bringing back memories and evoking emotion. This Is Us Music reminded me of some of my favorite scenes from the first season! Thank you, UMe, for sponsoring this post.
This Is Us
This Is Us is a must-watch show in my house. Even my husband keeps asking me when new episodes return! It resonates with me, because it’s a show about an imperfect family. I love watching the Pearson family through the decades. I cry during their struggles, laugh during their embarrassing and humorous moments, and cheer during their triumphs.
One of my favorites is “The Wind” by Cat Stevens. As the song plays in the show, you watch the Pearson family grow and get a glimpse into their relationships through a series of washing machines. From a couple in a laundromat to a family of 5 with an overflowing washing machine full of suds, you feel their financial struggles, their hardships, their love, their forgiveness, and their fun! Home is where the heart is, even with an overflowing washing machine (or laundry basket in my case).
Another favorite is “This Is Us Score Suite” by Siddhartha Khosla. He a musical genius, and this is the heart of This Is Us. Everytime I hear the score, it gives me goosebumps. Not only does the show start with some of the music, but sometimes it ends with it, too. One of my all-time favorite scenes is from Episode 15, when Randall has an anxiety attack and Kevin leaves his play to be with him. It wrecked me!!
This episode brought light to anxiety and panic attacks. Slow clap. So many friends and family members suffer from this and as the stress kept piling up on Randall, he finally broke. Even with a sometimes complicated brotherly relationship, Kevin made the sacrifice to be with him when he recognized what was happening. This is love. This is us.
This Is Us Music
This Is Us (Music from the Series), a companion to the show America loves, is available September 15 via UMe. This Is Us: The Complete First Season will be available on DVD three days earlier so fans can relive all the moments along with the music from the hit show. With instantly recognizable hits and classics, an original song and a compelling score, the soundtrack features 20 songs curated by “This Is Us” Creator/Executive Producer Dan Fogelman and his team, music supervisor Jennifer Pyken and composer/musician Siddhartha Khosla. Each musical element is carefully woven throughout the series, with the songs clearly defining a moment or serving as a gentle guide through the complex emotional journey.
This Is Us (Music from the Series)
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Death With Dignity – Sufjan Stevens
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You Can Call Me Al – Paul Simon
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Willin’ – Mandy Moore – Song on YouTube here
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Can’t Find My Way Home – Blind Faith
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Uptight (Everything’s Alright) – Stevie Wonder
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The Calvary Cross – Richard Thompson & Linda Thompson
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Watch Me – Labi Siffre
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The Wind – Cat Stevens
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Come Talk To Me – Goldspot
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Blues Run The Game – Jackson C. Frank
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If Only – Maria Taylor (featuring Conor Oberst)
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Northern Sky – Nick Drake
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If I Ever Was A Child – Wilco
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Because Of You – Gene Clark
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Evergreen Cassette (Tape Mix) – Goldspot
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Without You – Badfinger
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The World’s Smiling Now – Jim James
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Photograph – Ringo Starr
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We Can Always Come Back To This – Brian Tyree Henry
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This Is Us Score Suite – Siddhartha Khosla
You can preorder This Is Us (Music from the Series) now! It also includes a song from Mandy Moore who holds a special place in my heart. She voices Rapunzel – my favorite Disney princess!
Also join us for a Facebook Listening Party on September 15 at 10am PT/1pm ET! Bring your tissues and your dancing shoes!
This Is Us (Music from the Series), Featuring Top Songs from NBC Hit Show’s First Season, Available September 15 from UMe
This Is Us Season 2 Premieres September 26 at 9pm on NBC! Who’s watching with me?
I absolutely LOVE This Is Us. I can’t wait for the season premiere. I always have to have tissue nearby when I am watching it. It just touches your soul. I love the music used as well.
I absolutely LOVE this show! The way it’s bridged from the past with the present is AMAZING!
I need to get this! I am obsessed with the music they chose for this show. It’s always so perfect!
I have not seen the show yet. I need to binge watch and catch up! Sounds like there is a lot of great music on the show!
My sister really got into this show. She’s going to be so stoked that it’s getting so close. I forgot to ask her about it!
OMG!! I adore this show so much! I am so excited that they released the music. It’s beautiful.