The music of Kick-Ass 2 (2013) split its identity across two official commercial releases: a chaotic, genre-bending vocal soundtrack curated to mirror the movie’s teenage rebellion, and a soaring, cinematic orchestral score composed by Henry Jackman and Matthew Margeson.
Together, they create a chaotic but functional auditory landscape that swings from top-40 pop to hardcore orchestral brass. 1. The Commercial Soundtrack (Various Artists)
The vocal soundtrack functions like a mixtape compiled by a volatile teenager. It relies heavily on punk-pop, alternative rock, and heavy dance music to inject high energy into the film’s fight sequences.
The Anchor Track: Jessie J’s “Hero” serves as the primary theme written specifically for the film, closing out the theatrical credits.
Character-Specific Themes: The traditional Russian folk tune “Korobeiniki” (the Tetris theme) covered by the rock band Ozma is utilized as the menacing, high-tempo combat theme for the villainous Mother Russia.
High-Octane Collaborations: “Motherquake,” a massive electronic dance hybrid by DJ Fresh, Diplo, and Dominique Young Unique, dictates the pace of the villain’s headquarters introduction.
The Missing Track: Joan Jett & The Blackhearts’ classic “I Hate Myself for Loving You” is heavily featured in the movie during Hit-Girl’s motorcycle sequence but is completely missing from the official retail album due to licensing issues. Official Soundtrack Tracklist Song Title Performing Artist Scene Usage / Vibe 01 James Flannigan Mindy and Dave training montage 02 Nobody Move Hanni El Khatib Gritty garage rock action beat 03 Pop music playing on the TV at Brooke’s house 04 No Strings Chlöe Howl Mid-tempo alternative pop reflection 05 Pussy Drop Brooke’s raunchy high school cheerleading tryouts 06 Danko Jones Energetic punk-inflected rock piece 07 A Minha Menina Dave and Night-Bitch’s intimate encounter 08 Bust Out Brigade The Go! Team High-energy cheerleader-esque marching drums 09 When The Saints Go Marching In “Justice Forever” raid on the Chinese whorehouse 10 Euphoria, Take My Hand Atmospheric Scottish indie rock track 11 Korobeiniki Mother Russia’s neighborhood police massacre 12 Marco Polo & Torae The Motherfucker enters his newly built evil lair 13 Motherquake DJ Fresh vs. Diplo High-tempo electronic dance battle theme 14 Official closing credit track 2. The Original Motion Picture Score Kick Ass 2 Soundtrack – Tunefind
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