Days of Thunder

Label: Epic
Barcode: 5099746715922
Release Year: 1991
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Used)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack

The soundtrack to Days of Thunder (1990), directed by Tony Scott and produced by Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer, is a classic of late-’80s/early-’90s Hollywood excess, blending arena rock, power ballads, and slick score work. Highlights include “Show Me Heaven” by Maria McKee, which topped the UK Singles Chart; “Last Note of Freedom” sung by David Coverdale of Whitesnake; “Hearts in Trouble” by Chicago; “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” by Guns N’ Roses; “You Gotta Love Someone” by Elton John; and “Deal for Life” by John Waite.

Zimmer’s instrumental themes, with driving percussion and soaring guitar lines, sit alongside these songs, creating a soundscape that matched Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman, Robert Duvall, and Cary Elwes tearing up the track. The Days of Thunder soundtrack sits alongside Top Gun, Beverly Hills Cop II, and The Rock as one of the quintessential Simpson–Bruckheimer music packages.

Track Listing

The Last Note Of Freedom
David Coverdale

Deal For Life
John Waite

Break Through The Barrier
Tina Turner

Hearts In Trouble
Chicago

Trail Of Broken Hearts
Cher

Knockin' On Heaven's Door
Guns N' Roses

You Gotta Love Someone
Elton John

Show Me Heaven
Maria McKee

Thunder Box
Apollo Smile

Long Live The Night
Joan Jett & The Blackhearts

Gimme Some Lovin'
Terry Reid

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