Soundtrack: meaning, definitions and examples
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soundtrack
[ ˈsaʊndtræk ]
music collection
A soundtrack is a collection of music or audio belonging to a particular film, television show, video game, or other media. It typically includes all the songs and background scores that appear in the media, often compiled into an album. Soundtracks can be instrumental or may feature vocal tracks. They play a significant role in setting the tone and enhancing the emotional impact of scenes. Soundtracks can also be released separately from the media, allowing fans to enjoy the music on its own.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I bought the soundtrack for my favorite film.
- The video game's soundtrack is composed by a famous musician.
- She listened to the soundtrack while studying.
- The movie's soundtrack won an award for best original score.
Translations
Translations of the word "soundtrack" in other languages:
🇵🇹 trilha sonora
🇮🇳 साउंडट्रैक
🇩🇪 Soundtrack
🇮🇩 lagu latar
🇺🇦 саундтрек
🇵🇱 ścieżka dźwiękowa
🇯🇵 サウンドトラック
🇫🇷 bande originale
🇪🇸 banda sonora
🇹🇷 film müziği
🇰🇷 사운드트랙
🇸🇦 الموسيقى التصويرية
🇨🇿 hudební doprovod
🇸🇰 hudobný sprievod
🇨🇳 原声带
🇸🇮 zvokovna podlaga
🇮🇸 hljóðrás
🇰🇿 саундтрек
🇬🇪 საუნდტრეკი
🇦🇿 səsli soundtrack
🇲🇽 banda sonora
Word origin
The term 'soundtrack' originated in the early 20th century with a primary focus on the audio aspect of films. It was first used in the 1929 film 'The Jazz Singer,' which is widely recognized as the first significant 'talkie' or motion picture with synchronized sound. The concept of a soundtrack evolved as films began incorporating more music to enhance storytelling. By the 1950s and 1960s, soundtracks became a commercial product, often sold separately, allowing fans to engage with the music outside of the film. The popularity of vinyl records and later CDs facilitated the rise of soundtracks as a distinct music genre, with artists and composers working to create memorable music that resonates with audiences. Today, soundtracks have become an influential cultural artifact, often tying into the success of a film or series and sometimes gaining a life of their own in the music industry.