‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Soundtrack: Every Song Featured So Far

Stranger Things has earned a legendary status not just for its thrilling plotlines and unforgettable characters, but also for its near-mythical use of music. The show has a talent for resurrecting forgotten hits and making them part of the modern cultural lexicon. With Season 5 already making waves, the soundtrack promises to continue this trend, with iconic songs and hidden gems taking centre stage. From Kate Bush to ABBA, let’s dive into every song featured so far in Stranger Things Season 5 and how they help set the tone for the latest chapter of Hawkins’ supernatural saga.

Overview of Stranger Things Season 5 Soundtrack

Chapter	Song	Artist	Description
Chapter 1: The Crawl	Should I Stay or Should I Go	The Clash	Will sings in the first 5 minutes.
	Rockin’ Robin	Michael Jackson	Squawk Radio DJ song.
	Pretty In Pink	The Psychedelic Furs	Squawk Radio DJ song.
	Upside Down	Diana Ross	Squawk Radio DJ song, plays during a montage and repeats at end credits.
	May 25th	Matthew Cardinal	Discussing worries about Eleven.
	Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)	Kate Bush	Lucas plays this iconic track, reminiscent of Season 4’s emotional impact.
Chapter 2: The Vanish of Holly Wheeler	Fernando	ABBA	Played during the Demogorgon attack targeting Holly.
	Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)	Kate Bush	Lucas puts the song on again.
	Notes On A Scandal	Philip Glass	The group realizes Vecna may have claimed another victim.
	Someone in Your Garden	Philip Glass	The team pieces together that Vecna has captured someone else.
	Mr. Sandman	The Chordettes	Plays over the ending, adding an eerie contrast to the tension.
Chapter 3: The Turnbow Trap	To Each His Own	Freddy Martin & His Orchestra	Henry chats with his favorite captor over breakfast.
	I Think We’re Alone Now	Tiffany	Holly dances; returns for the end credits.
	Oh Yeah	Yello	Dustin and Steve discuss the transmitter.
	Car Boy	Julek Ploski	Played during the BMW car chase scene.
Chapter 4: Sorcerer	Higitus Figitus	Karl Swenson	The family watches The Sword in the Stone.
	Premature Plans	Elmer Bernstein	The gang plans their route.
	Betrayal	Elmer Bernstein	Plays during a sequence of planning, adding suspense.
	Sh-Boom	The Chords	Featured in a flashback set in 1959 at the high school.
	Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)	Kate Bush	Plays inside Vecna’s mindscape, connecting back to Max’s pivotal moment.

The Soundtrack That Defines a Generation

The musical magic of Stranger Things isn’t just about creating nostalgic moments—it’s about shaping the show’s identity. Songs like Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” and Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” became chart-topping anthems after their inclusion in previous seasons, and there’s potential for more chart-climbing hits this time around. Although Season 5 is still in its early chapters, its soundtrack is already brimming with iconic tracks that will likely stay with fans long after the final credits roll.

Here’s a rundown of every song featured so far in Stranger Things Season 5.

Chapter One: The Crawl

1. Should I Stay or Should I Go – The Clash
   • Featured in the first 5 minutes of the episode, with Will singing along.
2. Rockin’ Robin – Michael Jackson
   • Squawk Radio DJ plays this track early in the episode.
3. Pretty In Pink – The Psychedelic Furs
   • Another Squawk Radio song, adding to the episode’s vibe.
4. Upside Down – Diana Ross
   • A Squawk Radio track, playing during a montage and repeated during the end credits.
5. May 25th – Matthew Cardinal
   • Plays as the characters discuss their concerns about Eleven’s whereabouts.
6. Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) – Kate Bush
   • A key moment in the episode, with Lucas playing this track, reminding fans of its connection to Max from Season 4.

Chapter Two: The Vanish of Holly Wheeler

1. Fernando – ABBA
   • Played during a Demogorgon attack as it targets Holly.
2. Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) – Kate Bush
   • Lucas plays this song again, linking back to the previous season’s emotional moments.
3. Notes On A Scandal – Philip Glass
   • The team realizes that Vecna may have claimed another victim.
4. Someone in Your Garden – Philip Glass
   • Plays as the group pieces together that Vecna has taken another person.
5. Mr. Sandman – The Chordettes
   • Plays over the ending, adding an eerie contrast to the episode’s tension.

Chapter Three: The Turnbow Trap

1. To Each His Own – Freddy Martin & His Orchestra
   • A serene track played during a breakfast conversation between Henry and his captor.
2. I Think We’re Alone Now – Tiffany
   • A fun, nostalgic hit that plays as Holly dances, also featured during the end credits.
3. Oh Yeah – Yello
   • Plays as Dustin and Steve discuss a transmitter, contributing to a quirky moment.
4. Car Boy – Julek Ploski
   • Featured during a BMW car chase scene, adding to the high-energy sequence.

Chapter Four: Sorcerer

1. Higitus Figitus – Karl Swenson
   • The family watches The Sword in the Stone, and this classic track is a fitting background.
2. Premature Plans – Elmer Bernstein
   • The gang maps out their route, and this instrumental piece sets a tense tone.
3. Betrayal – Elmer Bernstein
   • Plays during a sequence where the group faces unexpected challenges, building suspense.
4. Sh-Boom – The Chords
   • Featured in a flashback to 1959, set in the high school, giving a retro feel to the scene.
5. Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) – Kate Bush
   • Used inside Vecna’s mindscape, bringing back the iconic song for another emotional beat.

A Season That Keeps You Guessing: Will Another Chart-Topping Hit Emerge?

With so many iconic songs already making their mark in Season 5, the big question on everyone’s mind is whether another track will break into global charts, much like “Running Up That Hill” and “Master of Puppets” did in previous seasons. While it’s hard to predict, Stranger Things has proven time and again that it has the power to revive songs and introduce new ones that take on a life of their own outside the show.

The Squawk Radio station featured throughout the season also presents an interesting opportunity for additional surprises, with its eclectic mix of tracks likely offering more musical moments to remember. Only time will tell whether Season 5 will spawn another unforgettable sonic phenomenon.

Conclusion

The Stranger Things soundtrack has been a critical part of the show’s cultural success, and Season 5 is no exception. From classic rock anthems to iconic pop tracks, every song featured so far helps elevate the storytelling and keep the audience immersed in the world of Hawkins. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the series or just tuning in, the music of Stranger Things always provides an added layer of emotional depth and excitement. Stay tuned for more tracks, as the season unfolds and new surprises drop in the playlist.

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