Pay It Forward Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.20/10 from 124000 votes
Tags: social studies
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Title in Español:

Cadena de favores

Synopsis

Young Trevor McKinney, troubled by his mother's alcoholism and fears of his abusive but absent father, is caught up by an intriguing assignment from his new social studies teacher, Mr. Simonet.

The assignment: think of something to change the world and put it into action. Trevor conjures the notion of paying a favor not back, but forward--repaying good deeds not with payback, but with new good deeds done to three new people.

Trevor's efforts to make good on his idea bring a revolution not only in the lives of himself, his mother and his physically and emotionally scarred teacher, but in those of an ever-widening circle of people completely unknown to him.

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Play Title Artist
Pay It Forward
You Gotta Move
Sam Cooke: Writer
Sam Cooke: Performer
Rock the Party (Off the Hook)
P.O.D.: Performer
New
No Doubt: Performer
Ooh
Because I Got It Like That
Jungle Brothers: Performer
Behind Every Good Woman
Tracy Bonham: Writer
Tracy Bonham: Performer
Win Your Love for Me
Sam Cooke: Writer
Sam Cooke: Performer
Open Your Window
Steve Earle: Writer
Steve Earle: Performer
Last Resort
Papa Roach: Performer
Calling All Angels
Jane Siberry: Writer
Jane Siberry: Performer
Happy Birthday to You
Broken Home
Papa Roach: (uncredited)
Possibility
Thomas Newman: Performer
Car Trouble
Thomas Newman: Performer
Washer Vodka
Thomas Newman: Performer
Cereal Bum
Thomas Newman: Performer
Come Out Jerry
Thomas Newman: Performer
Fixture Vodka
Thomas Newman: Performer
Rat Bastard
Thomas Newman: Performer
One Kiss
Thomas Newman: Performer
Tardiness
Thomas Newman: Performer
In Recovery
Thomas Newman: Performer
Jaguar
Thomas Newman: Performer
Dumpster
Thomas Newman: Performer
Sleepover
Thomas Newman: Performer
Cosmic Aristotle
Thomas Newman: Performer
Euphemism
Thomas Newman: Performer
Homeless
Thomas Newman: Performer
Pay It Forward
Thomas Newman: Performer
Night and Day and Night
Thomas Newman: Performer
Asthma
Thomas Newman: Performer
Powers of Three
Thomas Newman: Performer
Desert Drive
Thomas Newman: Performer
Wasted Air
Thomas Newman: Performer
The Bad Thing
Thomas Newman: Performer
Gasoline
Thomas Newman: Performer
Velocity Organ
Thomas Newman: Performer
I Forgive You
Thomas Newman: Performer
Calling All Angels (Jane Siberry)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Spacewalk (From "Passengers")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Main Title / Becky Flies (From "Finding Dory")
Thomas Newman: Performer
I Am Malala (From "He Named Me Malala")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Donna Lucia (From "Spectre")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Homecoming (From "Bridge of Spies")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End Title (From "Saving Mr. Banks")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End Credits (From "Revolutionary Road")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Wall-E (From "Wall-E")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Unrecht Oder Recht (From "The Good German")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Jedem Das Seine (From "The Good German")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Cinderella Man (From "Cinderella Man")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Letter That Never Came (From "Lemony Snicket's A Series Of Unfortunate Events")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Finding Nemo / Nemo Egg (From "Finding Nemo")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Road To Perdition (From "Road To Perdition")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Road to Chicago (From "Road To Perdition")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Disc Time:
Thomas Newman: Performer
Theme (From "Six Feet Under")
Thomas Newman: Performer
I Forgive You (From "Pay it Forward")
Thomas Newman: Performer
The Green Mile (From "The Green Mile")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Plastic Bag Theme (From "American Beauty")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Dead Already (From "American Beauty")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End Titles (From "The Horse Whisperer")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Whisper Of A Thrill (From "Meet Joe Black")
Thomas Newman: Performer
That Next Place (From "Meet Joe Black")
Thomas Newman: Performer
An American Quilt (From "How to Make An American Quilt")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Under The Umbrella (End Title)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Brooks Was Here (From "The Shawshank Redemption")
Thomas Newman: Performer
So Was Red (From "The Shawshank Redemption")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End titles (From "The Shawshank Redemption")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Ghost Train (Main Title)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Letter That Never Came (From "Lemony Snicket's A Series Of Unfortunate Events")
Thomas Newman: Performer

User reviews

Susan Wilson
7/10

The soundtrack of Pay It Forward perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story, enhancing the impact of the film.

Paul Taylor
9/10

The haunting melodies and evocative lyrics of the songs in the soundtrack effectively convey the struggles and triumphs of the characters in the movie. The music adds an extra layer of poignancy and resonance to the already powerful narrative, leaving a lasting impact on the listener.

Karen Nelson
10/10

Overall, the Pay It Forward soundtrack is a masterful blend of heart-wrenching ballads and uplifting anthems that resonate with the audience long after the movie ends. It serves as a poignant reminder of the potential for positive change and the ripple effects of small acts of kindness.

Ashley Phillips
6/10

The combination of instrumental pieces and poignant ballads creates a rich and immersive listening experience that complements the themes of empathy and kindness explored in the movie.

Sarah Jackson
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Pay It Forward is a powerful and moving musical accompaniment that enhances the storytelling and leaves a lasting impression on the audience.

James Johnson
5/10

Overall, the music of Pay It Forward is a powerful storytelling tool that enhances the film's narrative and leaves a lasting impression on the audience.

Robert Young
2/10

I found the musical choices in Pay It Forward to be repetitive and cliché, failing to enhance the overall viewing experience. The soundtrack seemed generic and did not add any significant value to the film, making it forgettable and unmemorable.

Anthony Gonzalez
8/10

The music effectively conveys the themes of hope, compassion, and the power of small acts of kindness, resonating with the message of the movie.

Paul Jackson
7/10

The instrumental pieces in the soundtrack evoke a sense of introspection and contemplation, adding another layer of depth to the storytelling.

Deborah Walker
8/10

The choice of songs complements the narrative beautifully, creating a cohesive and immersive listening experience that enhances the viewer's emotional connection to the characters.

Anthony Allen
5/10

The soundtrack effectively underscores the key emotional moments of the film, adding layers of depth and resonance to the characters' journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Emily White
6/10

The music evokes a sense of hope and inspiration, mirroring Trevor's determination to make a positive change in the world despite the challenges he faces.

Susan Johnson
10/10

The Pay It Forward soundtrack perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the film's storyline. Each track beautifully complements the themes of empathy, kindness, and human connection, enhancing the viewing experience.

Thomas Johnson
6/10

The soundtrack of Pay It Forward perfectly captures the emotional depth of the story, enhancing the impact of the film's touching message.

Patricia Johnson
4/10

The soundtrack of Pay It Forward felt uninspired and lacking emotional depth. The music did not effectively convey the poignant and impactful moments of the story, leaving me feeling disconnected from the characters' struggles and triumphs.