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Hancock soundtrack


Hancock (2008)
 
Product detail
Format: CD
UPC: 03020669082
Label: Varese Sarabande
Label number: 302 066 908
Running time: 44m43s
Shipping date: July 1st, 2008
Original score by John Powell
 
Product availability
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Album Tracklist
1. SUV Chase [2:01]
2. John, Meet Ray [2:05]
3. Train Disaster [2:40]
4. Meatballs? [0:57]
5. The Trailer [2:00]
...see complete tracklist
Music from the movie not on this soundtrack CD
Act a Fool - Ludacris
Best Dressed Chicken in Town - Doctor Alimantado
Colors - Ice-T
Here I Come - The Roots
I'm Feeling You - Devin Edwards
Let Me Clear My Throat - DJ Kool
Move Bitch! - Ludacris
Tippi-Toes - The Meters (found on the CD "Struttin'")
Two - Ryan Adams
Whammer Jammer - J. Geils Band (live version) 

Add more missing songs to this list, or tell us in what scenes these songs are heard or where they can be found.
 
Soundtrack Q & A
Q: What song is playing in first teaser before the Ludacris song "Move (Get Out the Way)"? (from Dimaa in kiev, ukraine)
A: "20th Century Boy" by T.Rex. (thanks to Anthony, Chicago, ILadd more info
A: It's "Move Bitch" from Ludacris, just an edited version. (thanks to Kayty, Indianaadd more info
A: Ludacris's "Move Bitch" is the correct answer. (thanks to kumaran, srilankaadd more info

Q: What songs are used in the movie? (from Amanda in roswell nm us)
A: George Thorogood's "Who Do You Love" is one... (thanks to Kurt, Germanyadd more info
A: Two by Ryan Adams, at the restaurant after his first triumphant rescue. (thanks to Bow Wow, Brisbane, Qld, Australiaadd more info

Q: What song is playing in the correctional institute sequence? It's a neat-sounding rap song. (from Sean in Oregon)
A: "Colors" by Ice-T. (thanks to Al, Oklahomaadd more info
A: "Colors" by Ice-T (thanks to HuffyWuss, adelaideadd more info

Q: What's the music heard in the background for the "now in theaters" trailer for this movie? (from Tony in NY)
A: "Sabotage" by Beastie Boys (thanks to Manu, Flaadd more info
A: Along with "Who Do You Love" by George Thorogood and "Take Me Out" by Franz Ferdinand. (thanks to Anthony, Chicago, ILadd more info

Q: What is the rap song heard in the credits? (from Kyle in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, U.S.A.)
A: "Here I Come" by The Roots (thanks to pau1v, LOS ANGELESadd more info

Q: What is the title of the first instrumental tune playing as the credits rolled? The occasional voice sounded like D'angelo or Jaheim. It had a kinda retro, jazzy sound that had me dancing! (from Malaika in Charlotte, NC)
A: I believe it's "The Moon and the Superhero" by John Powell (thanks to Em, AZadd more info
A: I believe it is by Devin Edwards. (thanks to urma , united statesadd more info

Q: What is the song with the reggae beat towards the start of the movie? (from henners in Southend, Essex, UK)
A: It's Dr Alimantado's "Best Dressed Chicken" (thanks to Bob, Englandadd more info

Q: What's the intro harmonica? (from cp in Canada)
A: "Whammer Jammer" by the J. Giels Band (thanks to Jenna Jameson, USAadd more info
A: "Magic Dick" on harmonica, played with J. Geils Band. (thanks to Blues Lover, texasadd more info

Q: What's the song playing when he's in his trailer alone? (from Ify in canada)
A: Rachel's "Water From The Same Source" (thanks to C, Arizonaadd more info

Q: There's a re-occuring bluesy tune with a deep grunt voice during the first scene while Hancock is waking from his nap on the bench. What is this music named? It's the most soulful little sample I've ever heard. (from teo in austin tx)
A: "Sure Thing" by St. Germain (thanks to briana banks, simi valleyadd more info
A: I believe it's John Lee Hooker. Song titled "Highway 13" (thanks to TheRealJD, Canadaadd more info

Q: What is the second song heard in the credits? It does have and lyrics - it's just an instrumental. (from mrwright in Regina, sask.)
A: It's "DJ Kool - Let Me Clear My Throat," but I can't find version with no lyrics (thanks to Kate, POLANDadd more info
A: The version without lyrics is: "900 Number" by the King(s) (thanks to Maximus, Finlandadd more info

Q: What is the song playing when Hancock gets out of the limo and is going to the restaurant? Just music no words... (from jammer in jambosi)
A: "Paper Planes" remix by MIA (thanks to Jimmy, San Diego, CAadd more info
A: Paper Planes (DFA Remix) - M.I.A. (thanks to UJI, Romaniaadd more info

Q: What's the song playing when he's chasing the SUV on the freeway? (from FannyPack in Newton,Auckland,New Zealand)
A: Ludacris song "Move (Get Out the Way)" (thanks to blah, blahadd more info
A: It called "Move Bitch" Ludacris. (thanks to JoJo, London, UKadd more info

Q: What's song is playing when he enters the prison?? (from Alberto in UAE)
A: "Colors" by Ice T (thanks to lot321, malaysiaadd more info

Q: What's the music playing in the scene when Hancock is nearly killed in the hospital? It was a slow acoustic guitar... (from Brandon in Australia, Victoria)
A: It is on the OST (Orignal Soundtrack), track number 19. "Death and Transfiguration" by Jonh Powell, Pete Anthony, Don Harper, Blake Nelly and The Hollywood Studio Symphony. (thanks to senseineo, sydney,new south wales australiaadd more info

Q: What is the tune playing when he lifts up the white truck and then puts it on the spike ?? (from Deano in Liverpool ,England)
A: "Let Me Clear My Throat" by DJ Fresh and Doug E Fresh (thanks to Márk, Hungaryadd more info

Q: What is the song playing when Hancock is in the SUV and he puts his feet through the floor into the ground? (I believe this is after the Ludacris song)  (from kyle in seattle)
A: "900 Number" by 45 King. (thanks to anthony, chicago, ILadd more info

Q: What's the instrumental song in the beginning when the thugs shoot his glass bottle? (from Julian in Santa Barbara, California)
A: "Timmy" - The Scatters (thanks to yer mate, ukadd more info
A: "Let Me Clear My Throat" by DJ Kool. Go about 30 seconds into the song and you can hear the instrumental tune. (thanks to Helperr(:, Sverigeadd more info
A: Chad Jackson - Hear The Drummer (Get Wicked) (thanks to Shane, Romaniaadd more info

Q: What is the song playing when Hancock is sitting in the car with the shooters? Thank you (from Willard.cz in Czech republic)
A: "Timmy" - The Scatters (thanks to Tex0gen, UKadd more info
A: DJ No Name - "Move Bitch" (thanks to Ryland, Austin, TXadd more info

Q: Who does the humming right in the beginning of the movie, is that part of song, what is the title?  (from unknown in warsaw, poland)
A: "Highway 13" by John Lee Hooker (thanks to Ryland, Austin, TXadd more info

Q: What is the song playing when Hancock is in his trailer (not Rachel's song)? I ask about the other one that sounds like piano. (from soulmastazz in France)
A: Rachel's "Water From The Same Source" (thanks to gasty, kamloopsadd more info

Q: What is the song playing in the restaurant scene after Hancock becomes a hero and Will Smith is wearing a suit? (from Boondockst in Trenton, NJ)
A: It is a Ryan Adams song, but I can't remember which one. I think it may be "Sweet Carolina." (thanks to Jo, Swindon, UKadd more info
A: It's actually "Two" by Ryan Adams (thanks to Zeek, michiganadd more info

Q: What is the song playing before Hancock talks with the french kid? It's a kind of reggae music. (from peter in Hungary)
A: "Best Dressed Chicken in Town" by Doctor Alimantado! (thanks to punko, Basque Countryadd more info

Q: What is the song sung briefly in the movie with the lyrics "...lonely days and lonely nights..."? (from jbkline in Cygnet, Ohio, USA)
A: "Wasted Days and Wasted Nights" - Freddy Fender (thanks to axely2k13, romaniaadd more info

Q: What's the music piece playing when Hancock is in prison and gets the call to help at the bank robbery? The music starts as he is shaving, and continues into the scene with cops being shot at with the trapped officer behind the car. It certainly appears to part of Powell's score (sounds like his stuff too) but it is not on the soundtrack album. (from Lono in Hawaii)
A: It's definitely Powell, but you're right, it's not anywhere on the OST. Shame, its one of my favourite bits! (thanks to alex, dunstableadd more info
A: Actually I think it sounds like a Blue Man Group song. Does anyone agree? I am convinced but I don't know for sure.... (thanks to Kristine, TXadd more info
A: Yes. I think it's Blue Man Group, too. (thanks to Chris, MNadd more info
A: I also agree that it sounds a lot like Blue Man Group. When I watched the movie for the first time the other day, I thought of them immediately! (thanks to epoh21, New Mexicoadd more info

Q: What song is playing just after "Move Bitch"? I've heard it in other movies too... (from Janne (DK) in Denmark)
A: "900 Number" by 45 King. Someone already asked this above. Twice. (thanks to Anthony, chicago, ILadd more info

Q: What's the song playing when the three guys are in prison? The big white dude, the black dude and the pirate hand guy are sitting on a bench in prison and this old school song is playing... (from Jay in California)
A: Freddy Fender's "Wasted Days and Wasted Nights" (thanks to nisterbister, Motala, swedenadd more info

Q: What's the name of the song in the end credits? It's a funky song with no vocals and a really cool beat. (from Clic in Auckland, New Zealand)
A: The Roots and "Here I Come" (thanks to kraven, Plovdiv, Bulgariaadd more info
A: "Here I Come" has vocals in it though. (thanks to anthony, chicago, ILadd more info
A: It's by Devin Edwards. (thanks to Dre, united statesadd more info
A: The end credits list it as "Feelin' You" written by DEVIN EDWARDS and TODD RAY, produced by T-RAY, and performed by DEVIN EDWARDS. (thanks to Spray Paint, Mississippiadd more info

Q: What song is playing when the movie starts? (from Lucas (Rukasu) in Diadema, São Paulo, Brazil.)
A: "Whammer Jammer" by Magic Dick. (thanks to Harphead, Finlandadd more info

Q: What is the rap song playing in the 1st trailer for this movie?
...from SamDaMan in Iron River, MI (answer SamDaMan's question)

Q: What's the piece called at the very end of the movie when Hancock drops off the building and is flying through the night? It's very beautiful and classical. (from Shelbo in Ohio)
A: I think it's "The Moon and the Superhero" (thanks to Anarki, Algeriaadd more info

Q: What's the song playing when Hancock is sitting on the roof about to cry? (from Ann in VA)
A: "Water from the Same Source" - Rachel (thanks to yan, kolkataadd more info
A: "Water from the Same Source" by Rachel (thanks to yan, indiaadd more info

Q: In the prison, what is the song we hear in the background when the PR guy teaches to Hancock to say "Good job!"? Just few guitar notes I think. (from ben in paris, france)
A: That funky song is "Tippi-Toes" from The Meters. (thanks to Eric Tinsley, Springfield, ILadd more info

Q: What's the song played when Hancock gets out of the limo and heads to the restaurant? (not "Paper Planes" from MIA, but a "disco" sounding one) (from Jambi in Portugal)
A: "Paper Planes" but the DFA remix ;) (thanks to Sleeper, Aucklandadd more info

Q: What is the tune playing in the credits where the guy is harmonizing the whole time? It has singing, but no words. It has a harmonica playing in the back and it's kinda jazzy.
...from Big Bz in Houston, Texas (answer Big Bz's question)

Q: Hi, what's the song playing before Ludacris "Move"? Thanks (from kirsten in Czech Republic)
A: "900" by 45 King (thanks to badbob117, montreal canadaadd more info

Q: What is the song playing towards the middle? The lyrics are "...I am a knight in walking psycho path talking...."  (from Dominique in New jersey )
A: "Colors" by ICE-T (thanks to Goose, The 253add more info

Q: What's the name of the song in the end credits after "Here I Come" ? (from Agrajag in Lublin, Poland)
A: "Feelin' You" by T-Ray (thanks to xray, Bloomfield, NJadd more info
A: "Feelin' You" by Devin Edwards (thanks to d, san antonioadd more info

Q: What's the song playing when she brings him meatballs in the jail and the kid gives him the toy? Right after that a slow song plays with acoustic guitar. (from Juicy J in Cleveland,Ohio)
A: "Mary Brings Meatballs" by John Powell (thanks to calypso2, Turkeyadd more info
A: Rachel - "Water from the Same Source" (thanks to Rocket, springfield VA USAadd more info

Q: In the hospital fight scene, what is the name of the song that plays just before "Death and Transfiguration"? Watch the video here... the part starts at 2:09 and goes on until 2:45.
...from Lt Kirby in UK (answer Lt Kirby's question)

Q: Does anybody have the song "Feelin' You" by T-Ray? Even Google can't find it.
...from Andy in Czech Republic (answer Andy's question)

Q: What is the musical arrangement playing at the when when he is trying to fly?
...from JORDI BOY in HOUSTON (answer JORDI BOY's question)

Q: Towards the end of the official theatrical trailer when the "Hancock" title appears, what's the name of the soundtrack that sounds like a fast pace beating of drums? (from evad in philippines)
A: That is part of the track "Hijack" from 2:56 which is actually the main score for John Woo's "Mission Impossible 2" (thanks to SalKal, Cairoadd more info

Q: What's the song playing when Hancock is in the liquor shop? Time 1:04:50 (from gregor in poland)
A: Highway 13 (thanks to trksrcn, Istanbuladd more info

Q: What is the song playing on the menu screen of the Blu-Ray edition?
...from Dr. Test in Hamburg/Germany (answer Dr. Test's question)

Q: What's the song playing at the end of the Hancock trailer? (the extended one). It begins playing after Hancock says, "Yeah its a little tight, whatcha got?" (from John in USA)
A: Audio Machine - Bad Bloos (thanks to AMI289, homeadd more info

Q: What song is playing in the prison scene after Hancock shoves one man's head up another man's bum? (from elisa in Jersey, Baby)
A: The Sanford & Son theme song. (thanks to Anthony, Chicago, ILadd more info
A: "Sanford and Son" TV theme song written by Quincy Jones (thanks to COOP, IDadd more info

Q: What is the song playing towards the end, it's showing the time at 1:22:45 and has some people about to sing? It's as soon as Mary comes back to life.
...from disgrace86 in Evansville, IN (answer disgrace86's question)

Q: What is the rap song playing in the trailer with Cuba Gooding Jr.? (from Peter in Canada)
A: There is no trailer for this movie that has Cuba Gooding Jr. in it. (thanks to Anthony, Chicago, ILadd more info

Q: What is the song playing right after Ray's wife comes in the prison with her son? It has a piano tune to it.
...from matt in albany ,oregon ,usa (answer matt's question)

Q: What's the song we hear when he is in jail playing basketball????
...from matt  in canada (answer matt 's question)

Q: What is the song playing when Hancock is at his house by himself and he gets out the card Ray gave him?
...from Brandon Garner in Jacksonville, FL (answer Brandon Garner's question)

Q: What's the tune playing when Hancock almost kisses Mary in the kitchen? (Mary throws him out the kitchen) (from fairybella in canada)
A: It's called, "You Should Go!" by Powell. It's on the original soundtrack. (thanks to Austin, Fort Wayne, Indiana, USAadd more info

Q: What's the bluesy tune playing in the bar when he is about to get picked up by the chick?
...from latexia707 in canada (answer latexia707's question)

Q: What is the song playing in the beginning when the little kid wakes up to show him the "bad guys" on the television in the store? (from Brandob in California)
A: Highway 13 (thanks to trksrcn, Turkeyadd more info

Q: What blues tune is playing as the prison bus is unloading the chained prisoners?
...from Art in Vancouver A.D. (America ,Dummy) (answer Art's question)

Q: What are the guitar tabs for the song playing in the hospital after he was shot?  (from miller in kentucky)
A: "Death and Transfiguration." I've had that song stuck in my head long enough to find out the first part but I can't find anything on it. (thanks to do nut, wilmington caadd more info

Q: What is the instrumental song playing when Hancock picks up the husband with the liquor bottle just as Mary and the son walk in?
...from T4d in DC (answer T4d's question)

Q: What is the music playing when Hancock is in jail and he responds to the call from the chief of police? It's right after he shaves and he's flying through the air and it is done when he lands in front of the cops. It is definitely not in the soundtrack CD.
...from Austin in Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA (answer Austin's question)

Q: What song is playing before "Wasted Days and Wasted Nights"? Cheers.
...from dobbsy in armagh, uk (answer dobbsy's question)

Q: What is the tune playing when Hancock is in the restaurant and is telling Ray and his wife about his past? It's a small and short tune.
...from A.B in Norfolk, Virginia, USA (answer A.B's question)

Q: What is the song Hancock plays on the guitar when that man is about to jump off the side of the building? (from Jase in london)
A: Wrong movie, but the song is "Time of Your Life" by Green Day. (thanks to Music Buff, loladd more info

Q: What is the music playing when he jumps from the building at the end with the eagle?? The instrumental score... (from raja in delhi)
A: "The Moon and the Superhero" (thanks to Stampguy, Denham Springsadd more info

Q: What is the tune playing when he is at the restaurant telling his sad story? I know it has a bit of John Powell's, "John meet Ray" them tune from the beginning...
...from Mr. Hancock in Canada (answer Mr. Hancock's question)

Q: What's the DVD menu song?
...from Miossori in NY (answer Miossori's question)


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