Music Used in La Haine (Hatred)

Here is a list of known music / songs used in La Haine (Hatred), along with composer credits and where possible links. It may not be exhaustive (i.e. some incidental / background cues may not be publicly documented).

Overview & Key Credits

The music for Mathieu Kassovitz’s 1995 film, La Haine, is primarily a compilation of licensed tracks, reflecting the diverse urban soundscape of the Parisian banlieues. While Mathieu Kassovitz is credited for some musical elements, there isn’t a single traditional score composer. The soundtrack features a blend of hip-hop, jazz, reggae, funk/soul, and world music, capturing the raw energy and cultural influences of the film’s setting. A particularly notable licensed song is Edith Piaf’s ‘Non, je ne regrette rien’, used in a memorable scene involving DJ Cut Killer.

Known Tracks & Credits

1. Burnin’ And Lootin’ | 4:15 | Bob Marley | Opening scene, setting a tone of social unrest.
2. Funk Funk | 4:47 | Cameo | Used in various scenes, contributing to the urban atmosphere.
3. Outstanding | 3:14 | Gap Band | Contributes to the film’s funk/soul vibe.
4. The Beat Goes On | 6:58 | Ripple | Part of the diverse musical backdrop.
5. That Loving Feeling | 6:38 | Isaac Hayes | Heard during a reflective moment in the car.
6. More Bounce To The Ounce | 5:14 | Zapp & Roger | Vinz dances to this in his room.
7. Mon Esprit Part En C… | 5:44 | Expression Direkt | Reflects the hip-hop influence and urban youth culture.
8. La Peur De Métissage | 4:52 | Assassin (2) | Contributes to the film’s hip-hop and social commentary.
9. J’Attends | 0:11 | Marie Daulne | Short interlude.
10. Putain De Planète | 5:43 | Timide Et Sans Complexe | Another track reflecting the film’s hip-hop and social themes.
11. Arrivée Et Salut À L’Assistance | 1:16 | Les Maitres-Tambours Du Burundi | World music element, adding to the cultural diversity.
12. Je Ne Vois Que Moi | 4:11 | Les Little | Contributes to the film’s soundscape.
13. Discussion | 0:12 | Marie Daulne & Jean-Louis Daulne | Short interlude.
14. Say It / Over And Over Again | 4:18 | John Coltrane Quartet | Jazz element, providing a contrasting mood.
15. Songe | 0:25 | Marie Daulne | Short interlude.
16. Take Me Coco | 4:10 | Zap Mama | World music element.
17. Bicyclette | 0:14 | Jean-Louis Daulne | Short interlude.

Additional Licensed Songs

• Non, je ne regrette rien — Charles Dumont (music), Michel Vaucaire (lyrics) / Edith Piaf — Played by DJ Cut Killer from a window, transitioning to non-diegetic as the camera pans over the banlieue [10] [11].

Sample Audio / YouTube Links

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vjJPFsRExjZskTnT3TAGo YouTube search queries: – “La Haine Cut Killer Nique La Police” – “Edith Piaf Non, je ne regrette rien La Haine scene” – “Zapp & Roger More Bounce to the Ounce La Haine”

Partial Cue Mapping & Key Musical Moments

DJ Cut Killer scene | “Nique La Police” (Cut Killer mix) / “Non, je ne regrette rien” (Edith Piaf) | Diegetic music from a window, transitioning to non-diegetic as the camera flies over the banlieue, creating a powerful juxtaposition of urban reality and classic French sentimentality [10] [11]. Sain and Hubert in the car | “That Loving Feeling” (Isaac Hayes) | Non-diegetic, setting a mood of contemplation or melancholy. Vinz dancing in his room | “More Bounce to the Ounce” (Zapp & Roger) | Diegetic, reflecting Vinz’s youthful energy and connection to hip-hop culture.