14 Best Songs From This Is Us: A Soundtrack to Your Emotions

The emotional resonance of This Is Us captivated audiences worldwide, and its soundtrack played a crucial role in amplifying the show's heartfelt storytelling. While the show itself wasn't about a specific artist or band, the music selections were meticulously chosen to enhance each scene, mirroring the characters' journeys with poignant melodies and powerful lyrics. This list isn't about celebrating a single artist's career—it’s about celebrating the enduring power of music to evoke profound emotion and connect us to shared human experiences. From the soaring vocals that perfectly capture moments of overwhelming love to the uplifting anthems that celebrate resilience, the songs featured on This Is Us represent a diverse range of genres and styles. Think of the timeless classics that remind us of the unwavering power of love and family bonds, or the soulful tunes that provide comfort during moments of heartache.

The beauty of this curated collection lies in its ability to transport listeners through a spectrum of emotions, highlighting songs that are both familiar and perhaps newly discovered. These songs resonate across generations, their enduring appeal a testament to the universality of the feelings they express – feelings of joy, loss, hope, and unwavering support. Whether you're a longtime fan of the show or simply seeking a soundtrack for life's emotional rollercoaster, exploring the songs featured in This Is Us offers a unique opportunity to connect with music that is both deeply moving and undeniably memorable. It's a journey through some of the most powerful and iconic tunes of the past decades.

  • I Will Always Love You
    1

    I Will Always Love You

    Whitney Houston

    1993

    The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album

  • I Want to Know What Love Is
    2

    I Want to Know What Love Is

    Foreigner

    1985

    Agent Provocateur

  • I'm Gonna Be
    3

    I'm Gonna Be

    The Proclaimers

    1993

    Sunshine on Leith

  • Isn't She Lovely
    4

    Isn't She Lovely

    Stevie Wonder

    1976

    Songs In The Key Of Life

  • Lean on Me
    5

    Lean on Me

    Bill Withers

    1972

    Still Bill

  • My Girl
    6

    My Girl

    The Temptations

    1964

    The Temptations Sing Smokey

  • Ain't No Mountain High Enough
    7

    Ain't No Mountain High Enough

    Marvin Gaye,Tammi Terrell

    1967

    United

  • What A Wonderful World
    8

    What A Wonderful World

    Louis Armstrong

    1967

    What A Wonderful World

  • You've Got a Friend in Me
    9

    You've Got a Friend in Me

    Randy Newman

    1995

    Toy Story (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

  • Can't Take My Eyes off You
    10

    Can't Take My Eyes off You

    Frankie Valli

    1967

    Solo

  • Say a Little Prayer
    11

    Say a Little Prayer

    Lianne La Havas

    2016

  • Somewhere Over the Rainbow
    12

    Somewhere Over the Rainbow

    Judy Garland

    1939

  • Bring It On Home to Me
    13

    Bring It On Home to Me

    Sam Cooke

    1962

    Ain't That Good News

  • Someday Soon
    14

    Someday Soon

    Alexi Murdoch

    2002