Trading Places Soundtrack (

Trading Places Soundtrack (1983) cover

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Rating: 7.50/10 from 167000 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Entre pillos anda el juego

Title in Italiano:

Una poltrona per due

Synopsis

Louis Winthorpe is a businessman who works for commodities brokerage firm of Duke and Duke owned by the brothers Mortimer and Randolph Duke.

Now they bicker over the most trivial of matters and what they are bickering about is whether it's a person's environment or heredity that determines how well they will do in life.

When Winthorpe bumps into Billy Ray Valentine, a street hustler and assumes he is trying to rob him, he has him arrested.

Upon seeing how different the two men are, the brothers decide to make a wager as to what would happen if Winthorpe loses his job, his home and is shunned by everyone he knows and if Valentine was given Winthorpe's job.

So they proceed to have Winthorpe arrested and to be placed in a compromising position in front of his girlfriend.

So all he has to rely on is the hooker who was hired to ruin him.

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Play Title Artist
Trading Places
OVERTURE, MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
Elmer Bernstein: By wolfgang amadeus mozart conducted
ANDANTE CANTABILE
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: From k-465
Murray Adler: Performer
OUT OF THE SHEETS-INTO THE STREETS
DO YOU WANNA FUNK
Sylvester: Performer
THE LOUIS WINTHORPE III BLUES
Michael Lang: Performer
JINGLE BELL ROCK
Brenda Lee: Performer
Out of the Sheets-Intho the Streets
David Williams: Writer
David Williams: Performer
The Big Waltz
The Loco-Motion
Little Eva: Performer
Get a Job
The Silhouettes: Writer
The Silhouettes: Performer
Pomp and Circumstance March op.39 No.1
Edward Elgar: (uncredited)
Oralee Cookies
Nicholas Guest: Performer
Main Title
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Your Breakfast Sir / Good Morning! / Dukes
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
The Club / Bump
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Wager
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Moving Out / Plots
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Philly / Ploy
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Discovery / Bed
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Revelation / The Goods / Train
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Heroes
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
Kicking Ass / Cards
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: Dessert
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: Louis Winthorpe III Blues
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: Jamaican Bye-Bye
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: Andante Cantabile
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: Jingle Bells
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: Joy to the World
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: Silent Night
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: O Little Town of Bethlehem
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
SOURCE CUES: God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (slower version)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
BONUS CUES: Good Morning! (alternate)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
BONUS CUES: Bump (alternate)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
BONUS CUES: Ploy (alternate)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
BONUS CUES: Ploy (alternate 2)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
BONUS CUES: Train (promotional LP version)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer
BONUS CUES: Kicking Ass / Cards (alternate)
Elmer Bernstein: Performer

User reviews

Steven Thompson
1/10

The repetitive use of certain musical motifs in Trading Places becomes tiresome and predictable, diminishing the impact of key scenes and failing to build tension or highlight character development effectively. The lack of variety and originality in the soundtrack hinders the film's ability to engage the audience on a deeper level.

Jennifer King
5/10

The soundtrack skillfully mirrors the characters' development throughout the film, from Winthorpe's initial arrogance to Valentine's eventual redemption.

Timothy Walker
3/10

The composition choices in the soundtrack of Trading Places feel disconnected from the era and setting of the film, making it difficult for the audience to fully immerse themselves in the narrative. The music often feels out of place and distracting, detracting from the overall cohesiveness of the movie.

Brian Garcia
9/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Trading Places is a masterful blend of genres and styles that elevates the film to new heights, making it a truly immersive and unforgettable viewing experience.

Melissa Hernandez
6/10

The music enhances the tension and drama as the Duke brothers manipulate Winthorpe's life and set their bet in motion.

Charles Taylor
6/10

The soundtrack's versatility is evident in how it seamlessly transitions between scenes of humor, drama, and suspense.

Joshua King
9/10

The music effortlessly shifts between luxurious, classical pieces to gritty, urban beats, mirroring the juxtaposition of Winthorpe's privileged life and Valentine's streetwise existence.

Robert Davis
5/10

The soundtrack of Trading Places showcases a diverse range of musical styles that reflect the eclectic nature of the characters and their journey.

Dorothy Miller
6/10

The musical cues in the film expertly complement the actors' performances, enhancing the overall storytelling.

David Walker
6/10

The jazzy and upbeat tunes in the soundtrack add a layer of sophistication to the film's comedic elements.

Nancy White
5/10

The soundtrack of Trading Places perfectly captures the contrast between the luxurious world of Louis Winthorpe and the gritty streets where Billy Ray Valentine hustles.

Melissa Johnson
10/10

Each track complements the characters' emotional journey, adding depth and resonance to pivotal scenes, such as Winthorpe's fall from grace and Valentine's rise to success.

Betty Johnson
5/10

The choice of songs and score in Trading Places elevates the overall viewing experience and helps to immerse the audience in the story.

David Parker
5/10

Overall, the music in Trading Places is a standout aspect of the film, enhancing its narrative depth and emotional impact.

John Nelson
9/10

The soundtrack of Trading Places perfectly captures the contrasting worlds of Louis Winthorpe and Billy Ray Valentine, enhancing the storytelling with its dynamic and diverse musical choices.

Donna Harris
6/10

The use of music in key moments, such as Winthorpe's fall from grace and Valentine's rise to success, effectively conveys the emotional impact of the story.

Deborah Lopez
3/10

The soundtrack for Trading Places lacks depth and fails to capture the emotional nuances of the characters and their predicaments. The music feels generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to enhance the storytelling and elevate the viewer's experience.