Country Stars Join 'Hunger Games' Prequel Soundtrack—See the Full List

Ella Langley, Kacey Musgraves, Kashus Culpepper, Carter Faith, Tyler Childers and other country stars appear on the soundtrack for the upcoming Hunger Games prequel, 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping'.
The film revisits the world of Panem 24 years before the events of the original 'Hunger Games,' starting on the morning of the reaping of the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, according to IMDb.
Francis Lawrence directs the adaptation of Suzanne Collins' 2025 novel.
The cast includes McKenna Grace, Jennifer Lawrence, Joseph Zada and others.
'Sunrise on the Reaping' serves as a prequel to the original Hunger Games trilogy, alongside 'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,' which released as a novel in 2020 and a movie in 2023.
The soundtrack, titled 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (The Album),' includes a few previously-released tracks by Noah Kahan, The Smashing Pumpkins and Gigi Perez, according to a press release announcing album details.
The soundtrack is set to release on Friday, November 13.
The movie will premiere on November 20.
Here is the full track list for 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (The Album)':
01 | The Raven I – Whitney Peak
02 | Ash and Snow – Noah Cyrus
03 | First in Line – Stephen Wilson Jr
04 | See It Coming – Bella Kay
05 | The Wheel – Lizzy McAlpine
06 | The Raven II – Whitney Peak

07 | Dove Song – Sydney Rose
08 | Here Then We're Gone – Ella Langley
09 | Wrestle with God – Madeline Edwards
10 | Ruthless (Arena Mix) – Kacey Musgraves
11 | No Destination – Billy Vincent
12 | The Raven III – Whitney Peak
13 | Favor – Gigi Perez
14 | But You Wanted More – Hudson Freeman
15 | Black Stars – The Smashing Pumpkins
16 | Half Alive – Mckenna Grace
17 | Doing The Best That I Can (Arena Mix) – Stevie Nicks
18 | The Goose and The Common – Whitney Peak
19 | Survive (Arena Mix | KÁRYYN Rework) – Depeche Mode & KÁRYYN
20 | Same Blood – Emelie Trahan
21 | May Brings Flowers – Kashus Culpepper

22 | The Old Therebefore – Scot Greenan
23 | Can't Let You Go – Carter Faith
24 | Old Money – Tyler Childers
25 | Show Me Where The Ending Starts – Madison Cunningham
26 | Deep in the Meadow – Jennifer Lawrence
27 | Draw You Out – Noah Kahan
28 | Metal Birds – Violet Grohl
29 | Alone (Live in Berlin 2022) – The Cure
The track list includes 29 songs total.
Whitney Peak appears on three tracks: 'The Raven I,' 'The Raven II,' and 'The Raven III,' as well as 'The Goose and The Common.'
Kacey Musgraves contributes 'Ruthless (Arena Mix)' to the album.
Ella Langley's track is titled 'Here Then We're Gone.'
Tyler Childers appears with 'Old Money.'
Carter Faith sings 'Can't Let You Go.'
Kashus Culpepper performs 'May Brings Flowers.'

Jennifer Lawrence, who starred as Katniss Everdeen in the original film series, returns to the franchise with a track titled 'Deep in the Meadow.'
Noah Kahan contributes 'Draw You Out.'
The Smashing Pumpkins appear with 'Black Stars.'
Stevie Nicks performs 'Doing The Best That I Can (Arena Mix).'
The Cure contributes 'Alone (Live in Berlin 2022).'
Depeche Mode and KÁRYYN collaborate on 'Survive (Arena Mix | KÁRYYN Rework).'
Noah Cyrus appears with 'Ash and Snow.'
Lizzy McAlpine performs 'The Wheel.'
Madison Cunningham contributes 'Show Me Where The Ending Starts.'
Madeline Edwards sings 'Wrestle with God.'
Billy Vincent performs 'No Destination.'
Hudson Freeman contributes 'But You Wanted More.'
Mckenna Grace, who stars in the film, performs 'Half Alive.'
Emelie Trahan appears with 'Same Blood.'
Scot Greenan performs 'The Old Therebefore.'

Sydney Rose contributes 'Dove Song.'
Stephen Wilson Jr appears with 'First in Line.'
Bella Kay performs 'See It Coming.'
Violet Grohl contributes 'Metal Birds.'
The soundtrack includes a mix of original songs and reworked versions of existing tracks.
'Ruthless (Arena Mix)' by Kacey Musgraves and 'Doing The Best That I Can (Arena Mix)' by Stevie Nicks are listed as arena mixes, suggesting they may have been reimagined for the film's setting.
The album also features a rework of Depeche Mode's 'Survive' by KÁRYYN.
Fans of the original 'Hunger Games' trilogy may recognize 'Deep in the Meadow,' a song associated with Katniss Everdeen in the original films, now performed by Jennifer Lawrence herself.
The soundtrack release comes just one week before the film's theatrical debut.
'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' premieres in theaters on November 20.
The film is expected to draw significant audiences, given the popularity of the original franchise and the success of the previous prequel, 'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.'
The soundtrack is now available for pre-order ahead of its November 13 release.
Country music fans in particular have reason to pay attention, with five country artists appearing on the album: Ella Langley, Kacey Musgraves, Kashus Culpepper, Carter Faith, and Tyler Childers.
The inclusion of these artists signals a broader musical palette for the 'Hunger Games' universe, which has previously featured indie rock, folk, and pop acts.
The original 'Hunger Games' soundtrack in 2012 featured artists like Taylor Swift, The Civil Wars, Arcade Fire, and Mumford & Sons.

'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' soundtrack in 2023 included Olivia Rodrigo, Rachel Zegler, and James Newton Howard.
With 29 tracks, 'Sunrise on the Reaping' is the longest 'Hunger Games' soundtrack to date.
The album is available on streaming platforms and for digital purchase starting November 13.
Physical editions may be announced at a later date.
The film's plot, set during the 50th Hunger Games, introduces a new generation of characters while expanding the lore of Panem.
The Second Quarter Quell is a milestone event in the franchise's history, as it was the first time the rules of the Games were altered to double the number of tributes.
Suzanne Collins' novel, published in 2025, received strong reviews for its exploration of the early years of the Capitol's power.
The film adaptation has been in development since the novel's release, with Francis Lawrence returning to direct after helming the original films and 'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.'
The soundtrack's diverse lineup reflects the film's attempt to bridge the gap between the gritty, rural districts of Panem and the opulent, decadent Capitol.
Country artists like Musgraves and Childers bring a distinctly American roots sound that fits the Appalachian-inspired aesthetic of District 12 and the surrounding regions.
Meanwhile, alternative acts like The Smashing Pumpkins and The Cure provide the darker, more industrial sounds associated with the Capitol's control.
The soundtrack is expected to be a major commercial release, given the star power involved and the built-in fanbase of both the franchise and the featured artists.
Fans can stream the album in full starting Friday, November 13, on all major platforms.
The movie follows exactly one week later on November 20.
For now, the track list is the closest look fans have at what to expect from the film's musical landscape.
Each song title offers a clue to the film's emotional arc, from 'Ash and Snow' to 'May Brings Flowers' to 'Show Me Where The Ending Starts.'
The soundtrack may also hint at which characters or moments receive musical focus in the film.
Given the franchise's history of using music to underscore key emotional beats, fans will be watching closely for how these tracks appear in the movie itself.
The album's release this Friday marks the beginning of the final countdown to the film's premiere.
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