2020s

Soundtracks of Television: ‘Sprint’

Sprint Soundtrack - Every Song in the Netflix Series

The Sprint soundtrack includes songs by Raphael Lake, The MIDI Mafia and Usain Bolt. This info article contains composer and music supervisor details for the Netflix series. Visit the Soundtracks of Television section for more soundtrack song time codes and track listings.

Sprint centers on the world’s fastest humans. The Netflix docuseries chronicles the experiences of American athletes Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri Richardson and Gabby Thomas as they prepare for races against elite sprinters from around the world. Here’s every song in Sprint.

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Sprint Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 1 “Heir to the Throne”

Sprint Soundtrack on Netflix - Every Song in Season 1, Episode 1

  • We Feelin’ Alright” by EMAN8 (00:04): The Sprint soundtrack song scores a Paris sequence. Noah Lyles wears a black outfit. He says, “Everybody has their own vibe.”
  • Rub Behavior — Sped Up” by Kraft Gad (00:11): Noah hangs out with his girlfriend, Junelle Bromfield. Music plays from a speaker system. Noah dances with Junelle.
  • Drip Down” by Jo Stunnah (00:17): Noah talks about Marcell Jacobs’ necklace. The Sprint music continues during a transition sequence. Marcell poses for photographs.
  • Hit the Scene” by Gullie Lamont (00:21): Ato Boldon talks about the prestige of the Olympic 100-meter event. The Sprint soundtrack song accompanies a track sequence. Michael Johnson talks about Marcell being “a unique situation.”
  • Harder Than Most” by The MIDI Mafia (00:23): Marcell trains during an exterior scene. He talks about “improving the details.” Marcell works with his trainer, Paolo Camossi.
  • Pull Up in a Phantom” by Deem Jaye, Take Stanley, Aldous Finch & Jim Lord (00:29): Marcell prepares for a World Championship ship event. The track continues during a “Race Day” sequence. The music is featured again at 00:30 and 00:31.
  • Sayin’ My Name” by Deem Jaye (00:36): Noah wins a track event. The Sprint soundtrack song continues as he celebrates. Marcell’s wife, Nicole Daza, talks to her son.
  • I Came to Move Mountains” by Red Means Run (00:39): The Sprint music scores the episode’s end credits.

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Sprint Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 2 “Queens”

Sprint Soundtrack on Netflix - Every Song in Season 1, Episode 2

  • Lightsout” by Cherele & Pete Rango (00:00): Sha’Carri Richardson sits down for an interview. The Sprint soundtrack song continues during an exterior track scene. Sha’Carri introduces herself.
  • Run Wit Me” by Raphael Lake, Aaron Levy & Dumi Maraire (00:05): A Star Athletics Club sequence begins. Sha’Carri trains in a white top. She prepares for a race.
  • Good Time Vibes” by Marc JB (00:12): The Sprint music accompanies a Kingston, Jamaica sequence. Shericka Jackson drives a vehicle. She recalls running barefoot during a national competition.
  • Not Havin’ It” by Raphael Lake, Aaron Levy & Dumi Maraire (00:14): Michael talks about sprinting being Jamaica’s national sport. The Sprint soundtrack song continues during a montage sequence. Usain Bolt discusses reaching “the pinnacle.”
  • We Gettin’ to It” by Devin Hoffman & Radiccio Nash (00:15): An exterior sequence begins. Shericka speaks in Jamaican Patois. She works out at the MVP Track Club.
  • Motivated” by Usain Bolt (00:16): Paul Francis talks about Jamaicans wanting “winners and winners only.” Shericka wears a pink outfit. Usain discusses the pressure experienced by Shericka.
  • Ready” by Raphael Lake, Aaron Levy & Dumi Maraire (00:20): Sha’Carri answers a question about “shit-talking.” The Sprint soundtrack song continues during a gym sequence. Sha’Carri discusses her persona.
  • I Hope You Hear Me” by The MIDI Mafia feat. Classik (00:21): A Silesia, Poland sequence begins. Athletes arrive for a Diamond League event. Shericka sits at a stadium.
  • “Happy Birthday” by Traditional (00:24): A “Race Day” sequence begins. Shericka celebrates her birthday. A group of people sing for her.
  • Best” by Chel Strong (00:25): Dennis Mitchell talks about competition being “war.” The Sprint soundtrack song continues during a race day sequence. Dennis says that it’s “time for battle.”
  • TBA” by TBA (00:27): Sha’Carri prepares for a race in Poland. She talks about her mental approach. The Sprint music plays again at 00:36 during the episode’s end credits.
  • Shout-Out for the Encore” by King Marino (00:29): Shericka says, “It’s business time.” Sha’Carri prepares for a race. She takes off an orange Nike top.
  • “Party Rock Anthem” by Cast (00:29): Sha’Carri prepares to leave for a race. She pumps her fist during an interior scene. Sha’Carri sings the Sprint soundtrack song (originally recorded by LMFAO).
  • (We Are) Unbreakable” by MUSZETTE (00:31): Sha’Carri wins a race in Poland. She talks about the “birthday girl.” Sha’Carri says, “Peace, love and light.”

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Sprint Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 3 “Belonging”

Sprint Soundtrack on Netflix - Every Song in Season 1, Episode 3

  • “Hottest Thing Around” by The MIDI Mafia & Chel Strong (00:00): A Eugene, Oregon sequence begins. The Sprint soundtrack song kicks in as Noah prepares for the USATF National Championship. He says, “I want to transcend the sport.”
  • “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” by Cast (00:11): The Sprint music is featured during an exterior scene. Noah’s mother, Keisha Caine Bishop, sits in the stands before a race. She sings a popular tune about former Argentine leader Eva Perón.
  • Bump Like This” by Kyndra (00:19): A stadium sequence begins. A graphic reads “1 Day to Race.” Sha’Carri talks to Twanisha “TeeTee” Terry.
  • Take Your Shot” by King Marino (00:25): The Sprint soundtrack song accompanies a pre-race sequence. Noah and Zharnel Hughes prepare for an event in London. A commentator discusses the competitors.
  • Beat the Best” by Easy Mccoy (00:29): Zharnel sets a British record. He anticipates winning a World Championship event. Zharnel says, “We’ll get there.”

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Sprint Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 4 “Trials & Tribulations”

Sprint Soundtrack on Netflix - Every Song in Season 1, Episode 4

  • So Fly” by Dexx! Turner & ADGRMS (00:02): The Sprint soundtrack song scores a Kingston, Jamaica sequence. A graphics reads “6 Weeks to the World Championships.” Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce introduces herself.
  • Original” by Ty Frankel (00:05): Elaine Thompson-Herah sits down for an interview. She introduces herself. A producer (off-camera) says, “Fastest woman alive?”
  • Wavy Level” by Ty Frankel (00:07): Elaine talks about being “unique.” She discusses her journal. Elaine says, “the main thing for me is ‘believe.'”
  • Run It Back” by Mplied feat. Cordero Eubanks (00:33): Sha’Carri wins a race. The Sprint soundtrack song continues as she reacts to the victory. Sha’Carri says, “I’m not back, I’m better.”
  • I Am the Greatest” by King Marino (00:36): Shericka wins a race. She sets a new record with a 10.65 time. A commentator says, “That was magical!”
  • Yuh Know” by Usain Bolt & NJ (00:38): Elaine reacts to a loss. The music continues during a transition sequence. Michael talks about Shericka’s confidence.
  • At the Top” by Knives at Sea (00:40): The Sprint music scores the episode’s end credits.

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Sprint Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 5 “The Gold Standard”

Sprint Soundtrack on Netflix - Every Song in Season 1, Episode 5

  • Mighty” by KIAMO BLU (00:00): The Sprint soundtrack song scores the opening scene. A Budapest, Hungary sequence begins. A commentator hypes up a World Championship event.
  • Leave ‘Em with Nothing” by Emanuel Vo Williams & Robin Loxley (00:04): Noah talks about beating Fred Kerley. The music continues during a transition sequence. Fred talks about his background.
  • “Hit the Scene” by Gullie Lamont (00:07): A montage sequence begins. Noah recalls predicting a 9.65 100-meter time. Fred talks about not wanting attention.
  • “Umanità a striscioni” by Cal, Ice One & Calice (00:11): A montage sequence begins. The Sprint soundtrack song continues as Marcell discusses his reputation. He says, “I laugh when I hear these comments.”
  • I Need Something Stronger” by Koda Kids (00:14): Sha’Carri talks about being overwhelmed by pressure. Ato discusses expectations for the female sprinter. He acknowledges people who openly root against Sha’Carri.
  • Goat” by Jo Stunnah (00:27): Fred discusses a new diet with his training team. The music continues during a transition sequence. A graphic reads “1 Day to the Women’s 100m.”
  • TBA” by TBA (00:29): Shelly gets her hair done. The Sprint soundtrack song continues during a transition sequence. Sha’Carri speaks during a press conference in Budapest.
  • Work” by Jonny Gorenc & JASPER ROSS (00:31): The music accompanies a montage sequence. A graphic reads “Women’s 100m Semi-Finals.” Ato talks about Sha’Carri potentially beating her Jamaican competitors.
  • Jangalang” by Adam Relf & Kimba Bush (00:33): Dennis talks about his relationship with sprinters. He says, “I want them to know that it is time for battle.” Sha’Carri prepares for a World Championship event in Budapest.
  • Live Like Legends” by Koda Kids (00:43): Sha’Carri wins the World Championship in Budapest. The Sprint soundtrack song plays as she reacts to the moment. Sha’Carri wears an American flag and talks about her reputation.
  • It’s Our Time” by Raphael Lake, Aaron Levy & Dumi Maraire (00:46): The Sprint music scores the episode’s end credits.

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Sprint Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 6 “The Double Is Alive”

Sprint Soundtrack on Netflix - Every Song in Season 1, Episode 6

  • Let’s Go” by ADZii BOii (00:02): Zharnel talks about Noah being “vocal.”The Sprint soundtrack song continues as he says, “He’s gonna talk.” Zharnel speaks to Linford Christie.
  • Hear the War Cry” by Raphael Lake, Aaron Levy & Wesley Eugene Smith (00:03): Noah talks about being the fastest man in the world. He says, “I’m here to race myself.” A graphic reads “Men’s 100m Final.”
  • “We Gettin’ to It” by Devin Hoffman & Radiccio Nash (00:22): Ato talks about Shericka and the 200-meter world record. The music continues during a race sequence. Allyson Felix anticipates Shericka breaking the world record.
  • (We Are) Unbreakable” by MUSZETTE (00:23): Ato talks about Shericka. He identifies Gabby Thomas as “the most dangerous” threat. He anticipates an exciting 200-meter race.
  • I Need Something Stronger” by Koda Kids (00:24): Gabby anticipates her first race against Shericka. The Sprint soundtrack song continues during a transition sequence. Ato identifies Gabby as America’s best 200-meter runner.
  • TBA” by TBA (00:25): Gabby dines with her mother and boyfriend. The Sprint music continues during a transition sequence. Sha’Carri talks to her grandmother.
  • Quit your Lookin’ at Me” by Lee Richardson, Jonathan Murrill, Tom Ford, James Cocozza & Robyn Barker Johnson (00:27): A stadium montage begins. Sha’Carri prepares for a race. Gabby anticipates a “showdown.”
  • “Hot Shot” by Chi Hoodie (00:30): A graphic reads “Day of 200m Finals.” The Sprint soundtrack song continues as a commentator discusses the hot weather in Budapest. Dina Asher-Smith talks to Gabby about the temperature.
  • They Know I Got It” by The Hoof & Meredith Hope Raney (00:34): Sha’Carri prepares for a 200-meter event in Budapest. She wears a red t-shirt. A graphic reads “Women’s 200m Final.”
  • Is That All You Got” by Lee Richardson, Tom Ford, James Cocozza & Jonathan Murrill (00:40): A graphic reads “Men’s 200m Final.” A commentator hypes up the event. The Sprint soundtrack song continues as Noah’s mother talks about being nervous.

Q.V. Hough (@QVHough) is Vague Visages’ founding editor.