Training Day

Label: Priority Records
Release Year: 2001
Barcode: 724381127827
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack 

Training Day (2001) is an intense crime thriller that follows a single day in the life of rookie LAPD officer Jake Hoyt (Ethan Hawke) as he is evaluated by veteran narcotics detective Alonzo Harris (Denzel Washington). As the day unfolds, Jake realizes that Alonzo operates far outside the bounds of the law, blurring the line between justice and corruption. Washington’s electrifying performance earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor, bringing to life a morally complex character whose charisma and ruthlessness dominate the screen. With a gripping narrative, raw dialogue, and tense action sequences, Training Day delivers a gritty and unflinching look at power, morality, and survival in the streets of Los Angeles.

The Training Day soundtrack perfectly complements the film’s raw energy and urban setting, featuring a hard-hitting mix of hip-hop and R&B tracks that reflect the film’s themes of crime, power, and street life. Songs from legendary artists like Dr. Dre, N.W.A, and Cypress Hill add an authentic West Coast vibe, grounding the story in the culture of Los Angeles. The music heightens the film’s tension, with tracks like N.W.A’s "Fuck tha Police" and Dr. Dre’s "Still D.R.E." reinforcing the themes of authority and rebellion. The soundtrack not only enhances the film’s gritty atmosphere but also stands as a strong compilation of early 2000s hip-hop, making it a notable aspect of Training Day’s lasting impact.

Track Listing

Keep Your Eyes Open (Film Dialogue) 

W.O.L.V.E.S.
Krumbsnatcha Featuring M.O.P.

Bounce, Rock, Golden State
Golden State Featuring Xzibit

Put It On Me
Dr. Dre & DJ Quik Co-starring Mimi

#1
Nelly

Fuck You
Pharoahe Monch

Watch The Police
C-Murder & Trick Daddy

Dirty Ryders
The Lox

Crooked Cop
Napalm

American Dream
P. Diddy And The Bad Boy Family Featuring David Bowie

Greed
Cypress Hill Featuring Kokane

Guns N' Roses
The Clipse Featuring The Neptunes

Tha Squeeze
Gang Starr

Let Us Go
King Jacob & Professor

Training Day (In My Hood)
Roscoe

Protect Your Head
Soldier B

Wolf Or Sheep (Film Score)
Mark Mancina

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