The Karate Kid Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.20/10 from 204000 votes
Tags: great wall of china, beijing china
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

The Karate Kid
Title in Italiano:

The Karate Kid - La leggenda continua
Title in Português:

Karate Kid

Synopsis

12-year-old Dre Parker has moved to China, and finds himself like a fish out of water. He befriends a fellow classmate, Mei Ying, only to make a rival, Cheng, who starts to bully and attack Dre. Soon, Mr Han, the maintenance man of Dre's apartment, fends off Cheng and his friends when they are attacking Dre and signs Dre up to fight in the Kung Fu tournament in return for the bullies laying off of Dre. Dre realizes Mr. Han is much more than a maintenance man, when he's revealed as a master of Kung Fu and Dre soon learns that Kung Fu is about self defense and peace, instead of violence and bloodshed.

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The Karate Kid
Do You Remember
Jared Cotter: Writer
Jay Sean: Performer
Say
John Mayer: Writer
John Mayer: Performer
SpongeBob SquarePants Theme
Patrick Pinney: Performer
Derek Drymon: Writer
The Tribute (DJ Zeph Remix)
King Britt: Writer
Here I Come
Tariq Trotter: Writer
The Roots: Performer
Minerva Quartets
Dick-Jan Zwart: Writer
Baby I'm Back
Baby Bash: Writer
Baby Bash: Performer
Nocturne for Piano No. 20 in C Sharp Minor
Frédéric Chopin: Writer
Craig Leon: Arrangement
Alyssa Park: Performer
Dirty Harry (Schtung Chinese New Year Remix)
Damon Albarn: Writer
Steppin' Up
Bang Bang
Low
Poker Face
Flight of the Bumblebee
Back in Black
Higher Ground
Never Say Never
Leaving Detroit
James Horner: Performer
Looking for Mr. Han
James Horner: Performer
Kung Fu Heaven
James Horner: Performer
"I Want To Go Home" - The Forbidden City
James Horner: Performer
The Lunchroom
James Horner: Performer
Backstreet Beating
James Horner: Performer
Han's Kung Fu
James Horner: Performer
Ancient Chinese Medicine
James Horner: Performer
Beijing Valentine
James Horner: Performer
Mei Ying's Kiss
James Horner: Performer
Jacket On, Jacket Off
James Horner: Performer
Journey to the Spiritual Mountain
James Horner: Performer
Hard Training
James Horner: Performer
All Work and No Play
James Horner: Performer
From Master to Student to Master
James Horner: Performer
Dre's Gift and Apology
James Horner: Performer
Tournament Time
James Horner: Performer
Final Contest
James Horner: Performer
The Karate Kid - I Want To Go Home
James Horner: Performer
Avatar - War
James Horner: Performer
The Boy In The Striped Pajamas - Boys Playing Airplanes
James Horner: Performer
Troy - Remember
James Horner: Performer
A Beautiful Mind - A Kaleidoscope Of Mathematics
James Horner: Performer
Deep Impact - The Wedding
James Horner: Performer
The Mask Of Zorro
James Horner: Performer
Titanic - My Heart Will Go On
James Horner: Performer
Titanic - Take Her To Sea, Mr. Murdoch
James Horner: Performer
Ransom
James Horner: Performer
Apollo 13
James Horner: Performer
Braveheart - For The Love Of A Princess
James Horner: Performer
Braveheart - End Titles
James Horner: Performer
Legends Of the Fall
James Horner: Performer
Disc Time:
James Horner: Performer
Man Without A Face - Lookout Point/End Titles
James Horner: Performer
We're Back : A Dinosaur Story - A Special Story
James Horner: Performer
Patriot Games - Electronic Battlefield
James Horner: Performer
The Rocketeer - To the Rescue/End Credits
James Horner: Performer
Glory - Charging Fort Wagner
James Horner: Performer
Glory - End Credits
James Horner: Performer
Willow
James Horner: Performer
The Land Before Time
James Horner: Performer
Aliens - Prelude/Ripleys Rescue
James Horner: Performer
Cocoon
James Horner: Performer
Star Trek III : The Search For Spock - Bird Of Prey Decloaks
James Horner: Performer
Star Trek II The Wrath of Khan - End Titles
James Horner: Performer
Battle Beyond The Stars
James Horner: Performer

User reviews

Deborah Thompson
7/10

The instrumental arrangements evoke a sense of adventure and determination, mirroring Dre's perseverance in learning Kung Fu.

Anthony Parker
8/10

The use of different musical motifs for key characters adds layers of complexity and enhances the storytelling aspect of the film.

Linda Baker
4/10

The soundtrack of The Karate Kid felt uninspired and generic, lacking the emotional depth needed to capture the essence of Dre's journey in a foreign land.

Lisa Taylor
1/10

The score felt disconnected from the cultural setting of China, missing an opportunity to incorporate traditional Chinese musical elements that could have enriched the storytelling and immersion in the film.

Matthew Miller
6/10

The soundtrack of The Karate Kid is a perfect blend of traditional Chinese music and modern Western influences, creating a unique and captivating atmosphere throughout the film. The use of traditional Chinese instruments such as the pipa and guzheng adds an authentic touch to the music, transporting the audience to the setting of the story in China.

Timothy Williams
3/10

The music failed to enhance key moments in the film, such as Dre's training with Mr. Han or his struggles against bullies, leaving these scenes feeling flat and lacking impact.

Brian Martin
7/10

The emotional depth of the soundtrack perfectly captures Dre's journey of self-discovery and growth throughout the movie.

Daniel Taylor
5/10

The emotional depth and intensity of the music in The Karate Kid perfectly complement the character development and storyline of the film. The score effectively conveys Dre's journey of self-discovery and growth, capturing the essence of his transformation from a bullied outsider to a confident martial artist. The music enhances the emotional impact of key moments in the film, creating a powerful connection between the audience and the characters.

Andrew Phillips
7/10

The uplifting melodies in the soundtrack inspire a feeling of hope and empowerment, reflecting the themes of overcoming obstacles and finding inner strength.

Robert King
7/10

The dynamic rhythm and pacing of the music enhance the intensity of the fight scenes, making them even more thrilling and engaging to watch.

Charles Garcia
9/10

Each track complements the story beautifully, enhancing the emotional impact of key moments and adding depth to the character development throughout the film.

Thomas Davis
8/10

The blend of traditional Chinese music elements with modern sounds creates a unique and captivating listening experience.

Timothy Garcia
10/10

The soundtrack of The Karate Kid perfectly captures the emotional journey of Dre Parker, from feeling like a fish out of water in China to discovering the true essence of Kung Fu through Mr. Han's guidance.

Susan Allen
10/10

The music evokes a sense of determination and resilience as Dre faces challenges and learns valuable lessons about self-defense and inner peace through the power of Kung Fu.