The Great Gatsby debuted to mixed reviews as critics and fans alike seemed to either love or hate the big screen adaptation of the classic novel. However, what's been getting seemingly equal buzz is the long awaited soundtrack for the film, produced by Jay-Z himself. With jazzy influences twining with a hip hop oriented sound, this soundtrack has a little bit for everyone. You may not be able to repeat the past, but according to this soundtrack, you can rewrite it with Beyonce.
$100 Bill - Jay-Z
Jay-Z shows us why he helms the reigns in this music project as he sets the tone with his opening track about a life of extravagance and luxury. As he lays some crisp rhymes on an engaging beat, there's no doubt the sound is reminiscent of his Hard Knock Life days. A definite stand-out in the album.
Back to Black - Andre 3000 & Beyonce
Andre 3000 and Beyonce deliver the late Amy Winehouse's lyrics in an eerie, mysterious fashion while remaining sultry over a polarizing yet subtle beat. The beat accompanying the smooth, jazzy vocals can be described as having a subdued tinge of dubstep cloaking each and every silky word. The Outkast rapper and Sasha Fierce most definitely do not disappoint.
Bang Bang - Will.i.am.
One of the better songs Will.i.am has produced and featured his vocals on since The Black Eyed Peas delivered 2009's The E.N.D., the EDM rapper uses a sample of the Charleston rather brilliantly, and it's nice to hear Will's voice used rather charismatically again. If only all of #willpower sounded like this. (sigh)