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WARNING: SPOILERS ahead for American Sports History.New FX and Hulu Limited Series American Sports History: Aaron Hernandez has a solid and relevant soundtrack. Josh Rivera leads American sports history play how Aaron Hernandez, former college student and NFL superstar. who was found guilty of murdering semi-professional footballer Odin Lloyd in 2015. Lloyd was just one of several acts of criminal violence that Hernandez was either directly involved in or involved in throughout his football career as a member of the University of Florida Gators and the NFL’s New England Patriots.

American sports history also accompanied by an original score composed by David Klotz (American Horror Stories, Observer). Created by Stuart Zicherman (Americans) and executive producer Ryan Murphy (American Horror Story), American sports history will consist of 10 episodes, with new weekly episodes released every Tuesday. from September 17 to November 12, 2024. Episode 1, “If So It Be,” chronicles Hernandez’s rough upbringing in Bristol, Connecticut, while episode 2, “Consequences with Extreme Prejudice,” focuses on his college career at the University of Florida.

Songs of American Sports History Episode 1

“If It’s Meant to Be”

“Ride (feat. Ludacris)” by Ciara: This song plays at the very beginning American sports history as Aaron begins to become paranoid while at a Florida strip club with Sherrod. “Ride” was released as a single on Ciara’s 2010 album. Basic instinct and went platinum in the US.

“That’s All (The Whistle Song)” by Juelz Santana: This popular Juelz Santana song from 2005 starts around the 28:30 mark. American sports history Episode 1: Aaron asks his future girlfriend, Shayanna Jenkins, to the school dance. The song also plays over a montage of Aaron playing for his school’s basketball team before his cousin Tanya Singleton attacks his mother Terri Hernandez in the stands for sleeping with her husband Jeff Cummings.

“Temperature” by Sean Paul: This very popular Sean Paul song from 2005 starts around the 32:30 mark. American sports history In Episode 1, Aaron visits the University of Florida for the first time and meets head coach Urban Meyer. The song is perfectly timed, taking place before Aaron began his collegiate career in 2007. She also hints at Aaron’s upcoming party boy status and the temperature change from Connecticut to Florida.

“Laffy Taffy” by D4L: This classic 2005 hip-hop song plays at Aaron’s school dance, which he attends with Shayanna. It appears around the 36th minute. American sports history episode 1. “Laffy Taffy” reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in January 2006.

“Just a Dream” by Eric Roberson: This song plays right after “Laffy Taffy” in American sports history episode 1 where Shayanna and Aaron hug, slow dance and talk about their future. This is the climactic scene in which Aaron is seemingly in love with Shayanna while his friend and occasional romantic partner Dennis watches from afar. The song also continues when Aaron’s brother, DJ, confronts Aaron for deciding to go to Florida after going to UConn.

Songs from American Sports History Episode 2

“Consequences with Extreme Prejudice”

“Shakey Dog (Explicit)” by Ghostface Killah: This classic 2006 hip-hop track plays at the beginning American sports history In Episode 2, Aaron walks into a crowded locker room at the University of Florida, surrounded by his new teammates. Aaron goes to his new locker and finds a massive folder labeled “Benefit”, quickly discovering how much work, time and effort he has to put into his new team. He also gets to know his new teammates, Maurkice Pouncey and Cam Newton, two future NFL stars.

“Party (Here)” by DMX: Another classic hip-hop track appears around 8:30. American sports history episode 2, where Aaron and his teammates head out to experience Gainesville’s nightlife. “Party Up (Up In Here)” was released in 2000, went triple platinum and was nominated for a Grammy. The song plays as Aaron begins to realize the benefits of being a football player at the University of Florida.

“The Orange and Blue (Florida Gators Fight Song)” by the University of Florida Marching Band.: When Aaron takes the field for the first time in his collegiate career, the classic Florida Gators fight song is performed by the university band at approximately 7:45 p.m. American sports history Episode 2: The Gators whip up a rampage in the tunnel and then run onto the field for their home opener in front of more than 90,000 screaming fans at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

“Drop It Like It’s Hot” by Snoop Dogg feat. Pharrell Williams: After the Florida Gators’ blowout 49-3 win over Western Kentucky to start the 2007 season, Aaron and his teammates party in their dorm in American sports history Episode 2: This classic 2004 song by Snoop Dogg plays in the background as Aaron and the partygoers celebrate their victory.

“Roll It Up” by Blind Fury: This underground hip-hop song from 2006 plays just before the 30-minute mark. American sports history Episode 2: Aaron and his Connecticut friends Carlos Ortiz and Beau Wallace head out to experience the Florida nightlife when Ortiz’s overly aggressive behavior begins to cause problems. However, the bar’s bouncers know they need to protect the Gators at all costs, so Aaron and his entourage get off scot-free until a mysterious shooting occurs nearby near the end. American sports history episode 2.

Songs from American Sports History Episode 3

“Pray the gays away”

“Boom Boom Pow” by Black Eyed Peas: One of the loudest songs of the late 2010s sounds well at the beginning American sports history In Episode 3, under the leadership of head coach Urban Meyer, the University of Florida wins its third national championship and second in three years. “Boom Boom Pow” topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three consecutive months following its release on February 22, 2009. It remains one of the Black Eyed Peas’ most popular and successful songs and fits perfectly with the Florida Gators’ celebratory atmosphere after winning the national title on January 8, 2009.

“Introduction” by The xx: Another classic song from 2009 comes around the 4:30 mark. American sports history Episode 3: The mostly instrumental “Intro” by minimalist alternative rock band The xx is instantly recognizable as Aaron Hernandez and an unnamed Florida student meeting in the basement of the University of Florida library to secretly chat in the bathroom. This was the first song from The xx’s debut album. xx which was released on August 14, 2009. He has been featured in many advertisements, television series and films such as It’s a pretty funny story And Project X.

“God of Miracles” from the third day: This 2003 Christian rock song is performed by a religious group and performed by the congregation at Tim Tebow’s service at American sports history. Hernandez attends one of Tebow’s church services around 10:30 in the third episode of the series after a fight with his teammate Jordan Reed. The episode explores themes of Hernandez’s struggles with religion, faith and morality, and shows how Tebow tried to mentor Hernandez both on and off the field. In real life, Tebow is a devout Christian.

“Million Bucks (feat. Swizz Beatz): This popular hip-hop song from 2009 starts around the 15:30 mark. American sports history Episode 3: Hernandez is seen cleaning up his act and renouncing his vices, leaving porn sites and throwing his cannabis supply down the toilet. Hernandez hits the gym and does everything he can to become the best football player he can be, allowing him to win the prestigious John Mackey Award at the end of the 2008–09 season. Maino’s other notable songs include “All the Above (feat. T-Pain)” and “Hi Hater”, which were released in 2009 around the time American sports history episode 3.

Songs from American Sports History Episode 4

“Birthday Money”

“Where I’m From” by House of Pain: This classic song by hip-hop trio House of Pain plays at the very beginning American sports history episode 4. The song was included on the 1994 House of Pain album. Just like it ever waswhich is the second album in their discography. The episode opens with a flashback to DJ Hernandez playing football in his backyard with friends in Bristol, Connecticut in 1996, so the title of the song fits well with the context of the scene.

“Right Round (feat. Ke$ha)” by Flo Rida: This popular song by hip-hop/pop artist Flo Rida appears immediately after the opening flashback scene in American sports history episode 4​​​​​. The song plays in the background in several scenes where Aaron is introduced to various sports agents following his successful football career at the University of Florida. Aaron’s brother, DJ, is also there to keep Aaron in check. “Right Round” peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2009.

“Return to Cali” by The Notorious BIG: This iconic hip-hop song by The Notorious BIG starts around the 7:45 mark. American sports history episode 4, where Aaron trains at the Athletes First training center in Laguna Hills, California. The song was originally released on the 1997 album. Life after deathwhich is rightfully considered one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. The song peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1997. It fits perfectly into the context of the series as Aaron visits California for the first time.

Songs from Episode 5 of American Sports History

“That Man”

“General Patton” by Big Boy: This 2010 hip-hop song from Big Boi, half of the famous Southern hip-hop duo Outkast, was released on his first solo album. Sir Lucious Left Foot. Plays at the very beginning American sports history In episode five, Aaron Hernandez joins the respected ranks of the three-time Super Bowl champion New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. Reality hits him as he is surrounded by current and future legends, including fellow tight end Rob Gronkowski.

“This is My Life” Bon Jovi: This classic Bon Jovi pop rock song comes in around the 3 minute mark. American sports history Episode 5: In a surreal scene, a theatrical version of Bill Belichick plays the song alone in his Gillette Stadium office, mumbling and singing along to the lyrics. This appears to be how Belichick pumps up before practice in the series. Belichick is actually a huge fan and personal friend of Bon Jovi, so this scene and song were likely added to the series to establish that real-life connection.

“Work (Freemasons Radio Edit)” door Kelly Rowland: This 2011 dance song by Kelly Rowland appears around the 6:30 minute mark. American sports history episode 5. The song plays in the club where Hernandez and a group of his new Patriots teammates are hanging out. The group says Belichick can be difficult to talk to and warns Hernandez to focus on winning if he wants to remain on an elite team.

“Club Can’t Handle Me (feat. David Guetta)” door Flo Rida: Flo Rida makes another appearance on the American Sports Story soundtrack in Episode 5. His 2009 hit dance song features Hernandez and Gronkowski doing a photo shoot together as the New England Patriots’ two newest players. The hit song peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Top 100 in 2010 and served as the album’s promotional single. Step forward 3D before it appeared in American sports history.