Death by Lightning season 1 soundtrack: A comprehensive list of all the songs and music featured in the series

Netflix's latest historical series, Death by Lightning season 1, brings a story connected to real incidents from America's political history. Set in the late 19th century, the series follows the story of the U.S.A.'s 20th President, James Garfield, and his assassin, Charles Guiteau.

Directed by Matt Ross, the miniseries explores Garfield's rise to power and how it all came to an end due to Guiteau's actions. Viewers get to witness the former President's presence in the country's political landscape and the reasons behind his assassination. From the characters to the backdrops, each element takes the viewers back in time to the 1880s. One such element is the music featured in the series.

Songs by various artists can be heard in the latest Netflix series. Ramin Djawadi composed the original score of the show.

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Exploring all the songs featured in Death by Lightning season 1

A still from the series (Image via YouTube/@Netflix)

Death by Lightning season 1 narrates a chapter of America's history that is full of tension and complex developments. The miniseries tries to bring the true story to life through a unique cast ensemble and a striking storyline. The songs featured in the series further enhance varied moments. They add a musical touch to several pivotal scenes depicting Garfield and Guiteau's journeys.

Here's a list of the songs featured in Death by Lightning season 1:

• Everyday People by Sly & The Family Stone
• Do They Hang Too Low? by Oscar Brand
• Weep No More by Hanni El Khatib

Additionally, the song, You Rascal You is featured in every episode as the theme song accompanying the title card of the show. Sung by Hanni El Khatib, the song, with its instrumentals and lyrics, marks a striking start to each episode of the miniseries.

Also read: Death by Lightning season 1 cast and characters: Meet the stars behind the series and the roles they play

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Who composed the original score of Death by Lightning season 1?

Iranian-German composer Ramin Djawadi is behind the original score of Death by Lightning season 1. His creations complement the tense moments and complex scenes, showcasing Garfield's journey of becoming the President of America and the tragic turn it took ahead.

Djawadi's contribution to the latest Netflix series becomes special with his history of working on hit projects in the past. Some of the works he has composed music for include Iron Man (2008), Game of Thrones (2011-2019), Westworld (2016-2022), Fallout (2024), and House of the Dragon (2022-2024), among others.

Here are all the tracks by Djawadi for the latest Netflix series:

• Prove My Worth
• The Man From Ohio
• Daily Theocrat
• Meeting the President
• The Story of a Hero
• It's a Deadlock
• A Big Game
• The Nominee
• Show Me a Better Man
• A Sound Investment
• You Will Have No Voice
• A Flair of Hope
• Broken Promises
• Torpedo and the Whale
• History Will Remember Us
• A Question of Order
• Friends in Politics
• A President for the People
• The Letter
• Give Voice to the Common Man
• A Special Purpose
• Democracy Calls
• Stop the Vote
• I Believe in Change
• A Place in History
• A True American Hero
• Death by Lightning

Viewers can listen to all 27 tracks by Djawadi on major music streaming platforms.

Also read: The true story behind James Garfield assassination explored ahead of the release of Netflix's Death by Lightning

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About Death by Lightning season 1

Death by Lightning season 1 brings a look at the real-life story of James Garfield, the 20th President of America. While he held the office for a very brief period, his rise to the position and political journey hold intriguing moments, as shown in the series. However, his fate was completely changed at the hands of Charles Guiteau, the man behind Garfield's assassination in 1881.

The official description of the series reads as follows:

"The story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th president - and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him."

Michael Shannon plays the role of Garfield, and Matthew Macfadyen portrays Guiteau in the latest limited series. Other cast members include Nick Offerman, Betty Gilpin, Shea Whigham, Bradley Whitford, and Archie Fisher, among others.

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Watch Death by Lightning season 1 on Netflix.

Edited by Eeshna Dashottar