La La Land, a 2016 award-winning musical romantic film, is a story told through the winter, spring, summer, and fall months, with a constant companion — music. It centers on two struggling artists, aspiring actress Mia Dolan (Emma Stone) and jazz pianist Sebastian “Seb” Wilder (Ryan Gosling). As they chase after their dreams in modern-day Los Angeles, they meet fellow artists, receive countless rejections, stumble upon love, regain hope, and ultimately, embrace success. 

The film garnered widespread commercial success and critical acclaim, mostly praising Damien Chazelle’s screenplay and direction, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling’s chemistry and performance, and of course, the soundtrack. In fact, the film’s score and the song “City of Stars” were recognized by various award-giving bodies, including the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, and Grammys.

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Aside from covers of a-ha’s "Take On Me", A Flock of Seagulls’s "I Ran", and Soft Cell’s "Tainted Love", all the songs and scores in the film were completely original. They were composed and orchestrated by Justin Hurwitz, a Harvard University classmate and long-time collaborator of Chazelle. Meanwhile, the lyrics were crafted by Justin Paul and Benj Pasek, with an additional song from Hurwitz, John Legend, and Marius de Vries.

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To help fans pinpoint which significant moments in the story were enriched by music, here is every song on the Oscar-winning La La Land soundtrack, including when exactly they play in the film

“Another Day of Sun” by La La Land Cast - The film immediately opens with “Another Day of Sun,” prompting an ensemble number from drivers stuck in a Los Angeles traffic jam on a highway ramp.

“Someone In The Crowd” by Emma Stone, Callie Hernandez, Sonoya Mizuno, and Jessica Rothe - As Mia’s friends convince her to go to a party in the Hollywood Hills, “Someone In The Crowd” plays with a promise of, literally, someone in the crowd who could jumpstart her career.

“Mia and Sebastian's Theme” by Justin Hurwitz - When Mia passes by Lipton’s, where Sebastian was working as a pianist, she hears “Mia and Sebastian’s Theme” playing.

“A Lovely Night” by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone - Looking for Mia’s car, she and Sebastian pass by Griffith Park and perform “A Lovely Night.”

“Herman's Habit” by Justin Hurwitz - After Mia confesses her hatred of jazz, “Herman’s Habit” immediately plays, leading to Sebastian inviting her to listen to it live.

“City Of Stars” by Ryan Gosling - “City of Stars” starts playing as Mia and Sebastian leave The Lighthouse Café separately, right after she accepted his invitation to watch Rebel Without A Cause together.

“Planetarium” by Justin Hurwitz - “Planetarium” plays just as Mia and Sebastian drives up to Griffith Observatory.

“Summer Montage / Madeline” by Justin Hurwitz - When Sebastian accidentally drives on a one-way street, he hurriedly backs out, with “Summer Montage/ Madeline” beginning to play in the background.

“City Of Stars” by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone - Right after Sebastian was convinced by Keith to revolutionize jazz, he plays La La Land's “City of Stars” at home, duetting with Mia.

“Start A Fire” by John Legend - The Messengers play this song at the show Mia attends.

“Engagement Party” by Justin Hurwitz - While Mia is driving home to Boulder City, Sebastian plays “Engagement Party”.

“Audition (the Fools Who Dream)” by Emma Stone - Amy Brandt, the casting director, asks Mia to tell them a story for her audition, and she sings “Audition (the Fools Who Dream)”.

“Epilogue” by Justin Hurwitz - When Sebastian spots Mia in the audience at his club, Seb’s, he sits down and plays “Epilogue,” launching a dream-like montage of them ending up together.

“The End” by Justin Hurwitz - Before leaving Seb’s, Mia turns around to look at Sebastian, and as they share a wistful look, “The End” plays in the background.

“City Of Stars” (Humming) by Justin Hurwitz and Emma Stone - Mia hums “City Of Stars” as the film’s credits roll.

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