Bend It Like Beckham

Label: Cube Soundtracks
Released: 2003
Barcode: 5033826064227
Country: UK
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack

A varied selection of songs from a range of artists reflecting the cross-cultural themes explored in the movie.

“Bend It Like Beckham” is a 2002 British sports comedy-drama that tells the story of Jesminder “Jess” Bhamra, a young British-Indian girl who defies her traditional family’s expectations by pursuing her passion for football. The film, directed by Gurinder Chadha, explores themes of cultural identity, gender roles, and the clash between tradition and modernity as Jess struggles to reconcile her love for the sport with her family’s expectations. Through her journey, Jess finds friendship, love, and a sense of self as she challenges stereotypes and follows her dreams.

The soundtrack of “Bend It Like Beckham” plays a crucial role in capturing the film’s vibrant energy and cultural fusion. It features an eclectic mix of music that blends Western pop with traditional Indian sounds, reflecting the film’s themes of cross-cultural exchange. The soundtrack includes tracks from popular artists like Mel C and Punjabi MC, as well as traditional Bhangra music, creating a dynamic and lively backdrop to the film’s narrative. The music not only enhances the emotional depth of the story but also highlights the protagonist’s journey of balancing her dual identities.

Track Listing

Titles
Bally Sagoo

Atomic
Blondie

Baddest Ruffest
Backyard Dog

Darshan
B21

It's Beckham's Corner (dialogue)

I Wish
Victoria Beckham

Learn To Cool Dahl (dialogue)

Jind Mahi
Malkit Singh

Tere Bin Nahin Lagda
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

Noorie
Bally Sagoo

Juicy Juicy Mangoes (dialogue)

Do Your Thing
Basement Jaxx

Eyes Down! (dialogue)


Inner Smile
Texas

Independence Day
Melanie C

Can't Make Round Chapattis (dialogue)

Punjabiyan Di Shaan
Hans Raj Hans

Kinna Sohna
Gunjan

Nessun Dorma
Tito Beltran

Offside Rule Is, The (dialogue)

Hot Hot Hot
Bina Mistry

Hai Raba!
Bally Sagoo

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