Every Song In Bel-Air Season 1 (So Far)
Warning! SPOILERS for Bel-Air season 1.
The soundtrack for Bel-Air reflects the reboot's modernization and tonal shifts from Fresh Prince, primarily through contemporary rap songs. The original Fresh Prince of Bel-Air was notable for its inclusion of popular hip-hop and R&B music of the 1990s, which Bel-Air repeats as it adjusts to the cultural changes in 2022. The sitcom even featured notable musicians of its day in the cast, including star Will Smith as himself and his collaborative music producer DJ Jazzy Jeff as Fresh Prince's Jazz. Similarly, Bel-Air’s cast and soundtrack are supported by modern musicians.
Bel-Air is a dramatic reimagining of the 1990s sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which was notable for its family themes and exploration of black culture and treatment in America. Since many complex conversations couldn’t be had in its original format, Peacock’s series Bel-Air is able to dive deeper into the biases, perspectives, and complicated journeys of the original show’s complex characters. Bel-Air’s season 1 soundtrack reflects this tonal transition, with many of its songs commenting on the changes and experiences Will Smith faces in his adjustment from West Philadelphia to the mansions of Bel-Air.
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Not only does the modern rap often pay homage to The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’s original series, but the lyrics also often directly tie into the scenes over which they play. Mixed into Bel-Air’s soundtrack are also older hits who still have a profound influence on today’s style of rap and R&B, which help support the various generational conflicts of the series. Featuring songs from Philadelphia-raised rappers like Meek Mill and
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