Gary Clark Jr. Deepwater Horizon Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Songs
Okay, let's talk about something kinda specific: Gary Clark Jr. and the Deepwater Horizon soundtrack.
I know, I know. Oil rigs and bluesy guitar riffs? Seems like an odd combo, right?
The Soundtrack Surprise
Honestly, I wasn't expecting much. I figured it'd be your typical movie score. Lots of dramatic strings and maybe a sad piano.
Then BAM! Gary Clark Jr. shows up. Singing the blues about…well, disaster.
My (Maybe) Unpopular Opinion
Here's where I might lose some of you. I think his songs totally elevate the movie.
I'm not saying the film is bad without them. But the rawness of his voice adds a layer of grit.
It takes the movie beyond just explosions and heroism. It digs into the sadness and the real human cost.
What Makes it Work?
Think about it. The Deepwater Horizon incident was a catastrophe.
People lost their lives. The environment suffered. It's a heavy story.
Gary Clark Jr.'s music isn’t happy-go-lucky pop. It's got that bluesy, soulful feeling that fits the mood perfectly.
His voice just *aches*. You can feel the weight of what happened.
A Question of Tone
Some might argue the music is too…intense. They might feel it’s exploiting the tragedy.
But I disagree. I think it's about respect. And remembrance.
It's a way to honor the people who were affected. Gary Clark Jr. isn’t just singing, he is emoting.
Beyond the Explosions
The songs on the soundtrack, like "Take Me With You," aren't just background noise.
They're a commentary. A lament. A way to connect with the human side of the disaster.
They force you to think beyond the spectacle. Which, let's be honest, is what most disaster movies rely on.
So, Am I Wrong?
Maybe I'm overthinking it. Maybe I just really like Gary Clark Jr. (I do!).
But I truly believe his contributions to the Deepwater Horizon soundtrack were brilliant.
It provided the film with something more profound. Something that lingers long after the credits roll.
Give the soundtrack a listen. See if you don’t feel something. I dare you.
And then tell me I'm wrong! I'm ready for the debate.
But secretly, I think you might agree with me. Even just a little bit.
