Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Back in Action!
Netflix’sBack in Actionhas finally been released, and here is every song that appears in the soundtrack and when they play.Back in Actionis as full of songs as it is action, with the film utilizing music from all kinds of eras. Songs play from the beginning to the very end ofBack in Action’s spy story, and here is each one that you may recognize from the Netflix Original film.
Cameron Diaz has finally ended her acting hiatus with the release ofBack in Action, with the film marking her return to the big screen for the first time since 2014’sAnnie. Diaz reunites with Jamie Foxx in the new Netflix film, with the actors playing a pair of married spies who have to leave retirement once their identities are exposed.The action comedy film comes fromHorrible BossesandIdentity Thiefdirector Seth Gordon, with the film finding a great balance of comedy, action, and music.
When Every Song On The Back In Action Soundtrack Plays In The Movie
Here Is A Full Breakdown Of The Songs
“Doo Wop (That Thing)” by Lauryn Hill- The first song featured in Netflix’sBack in Actionis Lauryn Hill’s 1998 hit “Doo Wop (That Thing). The song plays duringBack in Action’s opening scene, which takes place 15 years before the main events of the film. While the song plays, the audience is introduced toCameron Diaz’s Emily and Jamie Foxx’s Matt, with them getting ready to go to Balthazar Gor’s party to pull off a spy mission.
“L-O-V-E” by Nat King Cole- Shortly after Emily and Matt arrive at Balthazar Gor’s party, they decide to head upstairs, with them secretly attempting to break into a safe in order to steal the key. Upon entering the room that the key is in, Nat King Cole’s 1965 film “L-O-V-E” plays, with it continuing to play after they are caught.
“Ain’t That a Kick in the Head?” by Dean Martin-Back in Action’s next action scene occurs shortly after Emily and Matt leave the party, and along with it comes the film’s third song. After boarding the plane, Matt and Emily soon realize that they have been set up, with the members of the flight’s crew being tasked with killing them and retrieving the key. Throughout the epic fight scene, Dean Martin’s 1960 classic “Ain’t That a Kick in the Head?” plays, scoring the plane crash and the protagonists' subsequent escape.
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“Crazy” by Doechii- Doechii’s 2022 song “Crazy” appears inBack in Action, and it stands out from the rest of the film’s soundtrack due to it being far more modern than the other songs. Doechii’s “Crazy” is the song that is played when Matt and Emily arrive at the night club to retrieve their daughter, with it being difficult to hear for viewers who aren’t familiar with the song. The loud music is mixed with tons of voices and action from within the club, with the song making sense for the club’s youthful attendees.
“Love T.K.O.” by Teddy Pendergrass- The next song that appears inBack in Actionis Teddy Pendergrass' 1980 hit “Love T.K.O.” After Emily and Matt discuss how they miss their time as spies, it is implied that they are beginning to have sex, with their kids hearing noises from their room as this song plays. However, it is revealed that the two are sparring, making the song a great setup for this fighting punchline.
“Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa- The 1987 song “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa alsoappears inBack in Action, with it having a diegetic occurrence in the film. Shortly after the family goes on the run, they fly out of the country. After leaving the airport, they decide to drive to a gas station in order to get food and fill the car up. On the way there, “Push It” comes on the radio, with the family singing it together. “Push It” appears again during the credits ofBack in Action.
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“At Last” by Etta James- After arriving at the gas station, Matt and Emily get discovered. This leads to a fight scene where the spies must utilize the gas pumps and other items to fight off their assailants. During this fight scene, Etta James' 1960 hit “At Last” plays.
“Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag” by James Brown- The final song to appear inBack in Actionis James Brown’s 1965 hit “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag.” The famous song appears during the climax ofBack in Action, with it playing as Matt and Emily attempt to fight their way into Chuck’s bidding room and stop his plan.
Where To Listen To Back In Action’s Soundtrack
Netflix Hasn’t Officially Released It Yet
As of the writing of this article, there has been no official release of theBack in Actionsoundtrack. However, all of the film’s songs are available to listen to on most music platforms. On top of that, Netflix frequently releases the soundtracks of their movies and TV shows on the Netflix Music YouTube channel, meaning that theBack in Actionsoundtrack could be released on there in the near future.
Back in Action
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Back in Action follows former CIA operatives Emily and Matt, who are thrust back into espionage years after retiring to raise a family. Released on June 06, 2025, the film unravels their return to the clandestine world when their identities are exposed.
