• Crooklyn (1994) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.00/10 from 11000 votes

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Co-written with siblings Joie and Cinqué Lee, Spike Lee's CROOKLYN is a semi-autobiographical portrait illuminating the life of the lively Carmichael family and their vibrant Bedford-Stuyvesant community. Schoolteacher and loving Carmichael matriarch Carolyn (Alfre Woodard) runs a no-nonsense household, working hard to keep the lights on and raise her nine-year-old daughter Troy (Zelda Harris) alongside her 4 rowdy brothers with little help from her sensitive, struggling jazz-musician husband Woody (Delroy Lindo).

Troy proves adept at holding her own while navigating adolescence amid the fertile chaos of one dynamic Brooklyn summer in 1973. Joie Lee conceived the high-spirited CROOKLYN screenplay as a lyrical celebration of her Brooklyn childhood and, together with her brothers, helped develop her story in honor of their mother who died when Joie was 14 years old.

Featuring one of the best soundtracks of the 90s, co-starring music from the Stylistics, Sly and the Family Stone, the Staple Singers, Johnny Nash, Curtis Mayfield, Cymande, the Chambers Brothers, the J.B.'s, The Delfonics, the Jimi Hendrix Experience and so much more.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Crooklyn
	People Make the World Go Round	Thom Bell: Writer The Stylistics: Performer
	Everyday People	Sly and the Family Stone: Performer Sly Stone: Writer
	Respect Yourself	Mack Rice: Writer The Staple Singers: Performer
	It's Not Unusual
	El Pito (I'll Never Go Back to Georgia)
	Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours
	Hey Joe
	Snagglepuss Song
	I Woke Up in Love This Morning
	Pusherman
	Puerto Rico
	I'm Stone in Love with You
	Thin Line Between Love and Hate
	I'll Take You There
	I Can See Clearly Now
	Mr. Big Stuff
	Everybody Is a Star
	Soul Power
	The Tears of a Clown
	Soul Makossa
	ABC
	Pass the Peas
	La La (Means I Love You)
	Bra
	Never Can Say Goodbye
	Time Has Come Today
	Oh Girl
	Rock Steady
	Crooklyn
	Ooh Child
	Theme from 'Shaft'
	Wantu Wazuri Use Afro-Sheen
	Ain't No Sunshine
	Mighty Love
	Quick Draw McGraw Music
	Hot Potato
	It's Not Unusual	Mack Rice: Performer
	Release Me	Mack Rice: Performer
	El Pito (I'll Never Go Back to Georgia)	Jimmy Sabater: Performer
	Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours	Stevie Wonder: Performer
	I'm Stone in Love with You	Thom Bell: Performer
	I'll Take You There	Al Bell: Performer
	Theme from 'Shaft'	Isaac Hayes: Performer
	Ain't No Sunshine	Bill Withers: Performer
	Join the Pepsi People Feeling Free	Bill Withers: Performer
	Let Yourself Go with Cheerios	Bruce Hawes: Performer

User reviews

Elizabeth Hall

7/10

The music selection, featuring artists like the Stylistics, Sly and the Family Stone, and Curtis Mayfield, enhances the emotional depth of the film and adds layers of nostalgia and authenticity to the storytelling.

Kimberly Clark

7/10

The soundtrack of Crooklyn truly captures the essence of the vibrant Bedford-Stuyvesant community in the 1970s, immersing the listener in a musical journey through that dynamic Brooklyn summer.

Robert Thompson

8/10

The integration of music from a diverse range of artists like the J.B.'s, The Delfonics, and the Jimi Hendrix Experience showcases the multicultural fabric of the community, enriching the film's portrayal of unity and collective strength.

Kimberly Brown

7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Crooklyn is a masterful blend of soul, funk, and R&B that not only complements the visual storytelling but also stands on its own as a captivating musical journey through an iconic era in Brooklyn's history.

Jennifer Martinez

6/10

The use of music in Crooklyn not only complements the narrative but also serves as a character in its own right, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the film.

Anthony Evans

8/10

The soulful and energetic tunes from the Staple Singers, Cymande, and the Chambers Brothers perfectly mirror the spirit and resilience of the Carmichael family, adding a powerful emotional resonance to the narrative.

Ronald Brown

5/10

The soundtrack of Crooklyn perfectly captures the vibrant energy and soulful essence of the Bedford-Stuyvesant community in the 1970s.

Karen Adams

6/10

The selection of songs from artists like Sly and the Family Stone and Curtis Mayfield adds depth and nostalgia to the film, enhancing the storytelling experience.

Betty Thomas

5/10

The music in Crooklyn creates a rich tapestry of emotions, from moments of joy and celebration to times of reflection and introspection.

David Wilson

3/10

While some of the songs in the soundtrack are classics, I felt that they were overused and didn't bring anything fresh or original to the film. It seemed like the filmmakers relied too heavily on nostalgia rather than creating a unique musical experience.

Betty Harris

7/10

Each song in the soundtrack feels carefully curated to complement the storyline and the characters' experiences, creating a cohesive and enriching audiovisual experience for the audience.

Patricia Carter

6/10

The soundtrack of Crooklyn seamlessly weaves together different musical genres, creating a cohesive and immersive auditory experience.

Edward Johnson

2/10

I found the soundtrack of Crooklyn to be overwhelming with too many different artists and musical styles. It felt disjointed and lacking a cohesive sound that could tie the film together.

William Hernandez

1/10

The placement of the songs in the film felt forced and at times took me out of the story rather than enhancing the emotional impact of the scenes. I wished for a more subtle and nuanced approach to integrating music into the storytelling of Crooklyn.

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