The 2018 cinematic portrayal of Becky Albertalli’s beloved young-adult novel, Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda, emerged as the heartwarming film Love, Simon. Chronicling the life of a closeted gay teenager, Simon Spier (portrayed by Nick Robinson), the narrative dives into the complexity of his family dynamics, friendships, and the internal struggle between revealing his true self and the comfort of anonymity. The tale takes a turn when Simon begins an anonymous email exchange with another closeted student, and a fellow student uncovers Simon’s digital confession and blackmails him, potentially risking Simon’s control over his story. Simon is left juggling the challenges of his online confidante and the pressure of revealing his identity on his own terms.
Emanating a sense of hope and the essence of adolescence, the film’s soundtrack, primarily crafted by Jack Antonoff of Bleachers, complements the film’s vibrant and uplifting spirit. Below is a selection of the most memorable and resonant tunes from the Love, Simon soundtrack.
- Rollercoaster – An energetic anthem by Bleachers
- Strawberries & Cigarettes – A bittersweet tune by Troye Sivan
- Love Me – A vivacious track by The 1975
- The Oogum Boogum Song – A timeless hit by Brenton Wood
- I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) – The infectious dance classic by Whitney Houston
- Keeping a Secret – An uptempo secret-sharing song by Bleachers
- Wild Heart – A compelling piece by Bleachers
- Waterloo Sunset – A mellow melody by The Kinks
- Nobody Speak – A modern beat by DJ Shadow & Run The Jewels
- Monster Mash – The iconic novelty song by Bobby Pickett
- Heaven – A rock ballad by Warrant