Netflix's Squid Game Season 2 Soundtrack: Which Classical Tunes Feature in the Series?
In the highly-anticipated return of Squid Game, South Korean composer Jung Jae-il has once again crafted a captivating soundtrack, this time for Season 2. Known for his work on films like Parasite and Okja, Jae-il's compositions for Squid Game continue to blend classical elements with modern melodies, creating a unique and dramatic atmosphere.
The new season, which focuses on protagonist Seong Gi-hun's life after winning the Squid Game, his decision to return, and his search for the mysterious 'front man', features a range of classical pieces. One of the most notable is "Time to Say Goodbye," originally released in Italian as Con te partirò in 1995, and performed in Squid Game Season 2 by Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman. This song is used in a nail-biting Russian Roulette scene.
Operatic songs also make an appearance in Season 2, especially in Episode 1, with the “Mingle Game Song ‘Round and Round’” displaying operatic qualities. Additionally, piano tutorials related to the show suggest pieces like the well-known classical vocal work, Ave Maria, are associated with the soundtrack or stylistically similar music.
Jazz songs with classical roots or influences are also present, adding to the smooth tonal qualities of the show’s music. However, a detailed official track list for additional distinct classical compositions beyond what has been mentioned has not been found.
Squid Game Season 2 also incorporates a variety of classical pieces in Squid Game: The Challenge, including "Lacrimosa" from Mozart's Requiem in D minor, "Kaiser-Walzer" by Johann Strauss II, "The Blue Danube Waltz" by Johann Strauss II, and "Waltz of the Flowers" from The Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky, among others.
Interestingly, Luciano Pavarotti's version of "Nessun dorma" from Puccini's opera Turandot is not used in Squid Game Season 2. Instead, Paul Potts sings this iconic aria in the new season. "Nessun dorma" is played during a game of 'Rock, Paper, Scissors' combined with 'Russian Roulette'.
First released in September 2021, Squid Game quickly became a global phenomenon. The second season's trailer was released on 30 December 2024, promising another thrilling and musically rich journey for viewers. As with the first season, contestants in Squid Game Season 2 are in severe debt and compete to get out of it, with the prize this time being approximately $31 million in USD.
Remember, if you're seeking deeper specifics on composers or full classical tracks beyond these hints, direct soundtrack credits or official releases could provide more clarity. For now, we can appreciate the ways in which classical music continues to enhance the dramatic and suspenseful narrative of Squid Game.
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