The Jordan Peele-produced new sports-horror movie HIM is making waves not just for its chilling story but also for its powerful soundtrack. While the film blends football with cult-like horror, the music plays a huge role in setting the dark mood for it. From hard-hitting rap tracks to haunting hymns, the soundtrack captures the rising tension and pressure of the main character’s journey.

Directed by Justin Tipping, HIM stars Tyriq Withers as a young quarterback, Cam, recovering from a dangerous head injury, who then gets a second chance in his career, and an opportunity to train with football’s greatest legend, Isaiah, played by Marlon Wayans. But as the week goes on, reality and nightmare begin to blur. Cam soon descends into the shadowy cabal behind his mentor’s success.

And that’s where the songs mirror his fall into a world of secrets, pain, and power. Overall, HIM delivers a soundtrack that feels as intense as the story itself, keeping audiences hooked both on-screen and off. So, let’s take a look at every song that was played in the film, and when it appeared. 

The table contains basic details on HIM:

HIM Movie Soundtrack: When Does Each Song Play

The HIM soundtrack was carefully curated to offer energy and intense beats to the scenes that would match key moments in the story, and help viewers feel what Cameron is going through. So, here’s a breakdown of the main songs and the scenes where they appear.

Get Me Lit by P-LO

This upbeat club song plays at the beginning of the film, after Cameron suffers an attack from a crazed fan. Instead of showing weakness at the Combine, he and his team chose to hide his injury. Later, the song plays at a party Cameron attends with his close circle. The fun mood of the song contrasts with the fear Cameron is secretly hiding about his health.

Strawberry Letter 23 by Shuggie Otis

This 1970s R&B classic is softer and smoother compared to the rap-heavy soundtrack that plays majorly throughout the film. This particular track plays when Cameron first enters Isaiah’s inner circle and meets him for the first time. The old-school sound signals the beginning of Cameron’s strange journey with his mentor.

Lemonade by Gucci Mane

This upbeat hip-hop song starts playing in the background when Cameron steps onto the field for the first time to train with Isaiah. It’s a popular, funky song, and at first, it gives energy to the training session. But as Cameron lifts weights and throws passes, the audience starts to notice the pressure building behind the fun beat.

Shook Ones, Pt. II by Mobb Deep

On the second day of training, when Isaiah pushes Cameron into brutal conditioning drills in the desert, leading Cam to take on the challenge and push his body until he gets sick, this darker 1995 rap classic starts playing. The tone of this score highlights how training is no longer about football; it has now become about survival.

Swim (feat. Mavi) by Guapdad 4000

This darker hip-hop track plays during one of the film’s most shocking moments. Isaiah makes Cameron participate in the “release drill,” where a wide receiver must take a football to the face if Cameron makes a mistake. Overall, this song’s heavy tone matches the disturbing scene and shows how far Cameron has fallen.

Italy by Maglera Doe Boy & ONDELIVE

This is a surprisingly beautiful piano-driven rap song that continues during the release drill. Its classical sound adds a strange emotion to an otherwise violent scene. The mix of piano and rap underlines the twisted balance between grace and brutality in Cameron’s training.

Portraying the Yellow Sun by Petar Alargic

On the third day of training, Cameron is pushed to play defense. Isaiah taunts him, saying he lacks intensity. Therein, the haunting sound of this track builds up to the moment when Cameron hits another player, helmet against helmet. The player collapses with a brain injury, leaving Cameron shocked and guilty.

Aight? by Carl Angelo

This intense hip-hop song adds creepy sound effects, showing that Cameron is slipping deeper into Isaiah’s world. The track plays when Isaiah and Cameron go target shooting in the desert. At one point, Cameron even shoots a person dressed in a mascot costume, showing how twisted things have become.

Tip Toe by Tierra Whack

On his fifth day at Isaiah’s compound, as we realize that Cameron is slowly getting a taste of fame, we see Isaiah’s partner, played by Julia Fox, introduce him to photo shoots and important people. Therein, this playful track adds a lighter tone, but the audience knows something darker is waiting underneath.

Blitz by Jean Dawson

If you didn’t know, this song was made exclusively for HIM. Its nightmare-like sound fits perfectly as Isaiah trains alone at home. Meanwhile, Cameron attends a party with Isaiah’s girlfriend, where he is secretly drugged by NFL owners and executives. The unsettling track makes the audience feel just as trapped as Cameron.

HIM by Denzel Curry

Finally, during the end credits, we hear this song playing in the background, which also serves as the film’s theme. Denzel Curry repeats the words “I’m H-I-M,” showcasing Cam’s journey to freedom, while making it clear that greatness comes at a cost. The high-energy rap ties back to Cameron’s journey and closes the film with power.

So, we can say with ease that each song in HIM was carefully chosen to fit the narrative, intensity, and storyline of the film, which is why none of them feel random. Instead, every track pushes the story forward, matching Cameron’s rise and fall.

Other Songs That Appear in Jordan Peele’s Sports-Horror

Meanwhile, alongside the main tracks we mentioned above, that drive Cameron’s journey, HIM also features several other hidden gems that add more texture to the film. These songs may not take center stage in the story, but they still help set the atmosphere in Jordan Peele’s sports horror. 

• Cut Up by Ovrkast.
• Keep It Warm by Flo & Eddie
• Amen Arranged by Jester Hairston
• One And Only Him by OG DAYV
• Return of the Thwacker (Night Cap Remix) by Dan The Automater
• Party On the West Side (feat. Larry June) by LaRussell, Mike & Keys
• GOAT by Sampa the Great 

Together, these additional songs complete the musical journey of HIM, creating an even richer experience. Whether it’s a playful beat, a haunting song, or an unexpected remix, these tracks make the movie feel musically layered, complex, and unforgettable.

Where to Listen to the Complete HIM Soundtrack 

Now, for fans who want to experience the music and the upbeat soundtrack of HIM outside the theater, the good news is that the official soundtrack is available online. You can find it on major streaming platforms, including Apple Music and Amazon Music. Additionally, the entire musical track can also be pre-ordered. 

Yep, you can visit the official HIM movie website, which offers both digital downloads and physical copies. For collectors, a vinyl edition will also be released soon. This vinyl will be sold online and in select independent record stores, making it a perfect piece for fans who love physical music.

Additionally, it’s important to note that the movie also includes original score pieces created by Bobby Krlic, even though not every one of them plays loudly in the film. So, all of the tracks mentioned at the end of the film, in the credits, are included in the official soundtrack album. Go, enjoy the mix of old classics, modern rap, and haunting original pieces for yourself. 

Share your favorite musical score from HIM in the comments below. 

HIM is currently running in US theaters.