Love Hard Soundtrack: Every Song In The Movie

Here is every song in Love Hard. Directed by Hernán Jiménez, Love Hard is a romantic comedy starring Nina Dobrev, Jimmy O. Yang, and Darren Barnet. Dobrev’s character Natalie Bauer has been having trouble in the love department, and she uses her disastrous dates as the subject of her column. But when her workmate adjusts her dating app settings, she virtually meets the perfect man, whom she decides to pay a surprise visit on Christmas — only to discover she has been catfished.

Based on Danny Mackey and Rebecca Ewing's spec script, Love Hard is described as a melding of classic rom-coms, specifically When Harry Met Sally and Roxanne. Originally, Charles Melton (Riverdale) was set to star instead of Barnet, but he was replaced at the last minute due to scheduling conflicts. Love Hard was released on Netflix on November 5, 2021.

Given that there is a wide repertoire of popular romantic comedies on Netflix, Love Hard is only the latest of Netflix’s offerings. While these rom-coms offer comforting predictability and entertainment, Love Hard sets itself apart by incorporating a holiday timeline within the story, making it a suitable watch for the season. However, it has received mixed reviews, with praises for its relatable conflict and performance of Love Hard’s cast and criticisms on its cookie-cutter plot. Nevertheless, its storytelling is enriched by its selection of songs and accompaniments. Here is every song in Love Hard and which scenes they are featured.

“Little Saint Nick” by The Beach Boys - Love Hard opens with the song “Little Saint Nick." As Natalie explains the “Other Half” theory from Greek mythology, a montage of her going on awful dates is shown.

“Everyday” by Ada Pasternak - “Everyday” plays as Natalie and Josh begin to talk. They discuss whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie until the following morning.

“Roll On Babe” by Vetiver - Natalie continues to talk to Josh, with the song “Roll On Babe” beginning to play while she is enjoying a bubble bath. Their conversations focus on deeper issues, especially from their childhood.

“Vagabond” by Wolfmother - After talking all night, “Vagabond” greets Natalie in the morning as she arrives at her workplace, Soash Media. Their messages are starting to get intimate, and Josh brings up the idea of Natalie flying over to New York for Christmas.

“Keep On” by Loose Tooth - After impulsively deciding that she will surprise Josh, Nina Dobrev’s Natalie doubles down on her plan. Her workmate Kerry (Heather McMahan) encourages her to do the “most sane thing” she has ever done in dating.

“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” by Tency - On her way to Josh’s home, Natalie asks her Uber/ Lyft driver to switch the radio station, and “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” starts playing. The driver, “E-Rock,” shares how much he knows Josh and then asks Natalie to pass along a joint.

“I Just Died in Your Arms Tonight” by Cutting Crew - The moment has arrived. Natalie composes herself, for she is about to meet her perfect man, Josh Lin, played by Crazy Rich Asians’ cast member ​ Jimmy O. Yang. “I Just Died in Your Arms Tonight” accompanies the slo-mo scene. When she turns around, the song becomes distorted, and she realizes she has been catfished.

“Jingle Bell Rock” by Aijia Grammar - After finding out the truth, Natalie rushes out of Josh’s house. She brings with her a Baby Jesus display from the front yard, and she settles in a nearby bar, McGregor’s. A woman is singing “Jingle Bell Rock” in the karaoke when Natalie spots Tag, the “Josh” she has matched with online.

“I Would Do Anything for Love” by Nina Dobrev - Following Kerry’s advice, Natalie tries to catch Tag’s attention. She decides to perform a song cover of the Meatloaf hit “I Would Do Anything for Love.” When she launches into full performer mode, Natalie sees that she has suffered an allergic reaction and her face is swollen. Before she can attract Tag, she runs away.

“Counting the Days” by The Crystalairs - To dodge questions from his family, Josh takes Natalie on a tour of Lake Placid. He also briefs her on Tag’s type of woman, and the song “Counting the Days” fades out once the two are at the Lin’ family store.

“Holly Jolly Christmas” by The Lubin Brothers - “Holly Jolly Christmas” is heard in the background as Tag enters the store and is met by Bob. Natalie poses in the corner, reading Tag’s favorite book.

“Macho Man” by Village People - Owen’s (Harry Shum, Jr., Broadcast Signal Intrusion) arrival is set to the tune of “Macho Man,” highlighting how he is the polar opposite of his little brother Josh. His first words to Natalie express his disbelief over their apparent romantic relationship.

“O’ Christmas Tree” by Stuart Roslyn and Matthew Foundling - The song plays as the couples, Josh and Natalie, and Owen and his wife Chelsea decorate the Christmas tree. Owen then unearths an ornament featuring a picture of “junior jumbo Josh.”

“Don’t You (Forget About Me)” by Simple Minds - Natalie is anxious about her indoor rock climbing date with Tag, so Josh offers a pair of earbuds playing her favorite song, “Don’t You (Forget About Me),” popularized by the classic film The Breakfast Club. Pumped by the music, Natalie successfully reaches the top.

“Hark the Harold Angels Sing” by Harry Shum Jr., Baraka May Williams, Kelci Hahn, Rene Ruiz, and Brian Brigham - The Lins are out to carol the elderly at the Shimmering Pines. Owen leads the family, putting his heart into singing “Hark the Harold Angels Sing.”

“Maybe Just Go Outside” by Nina Dobrev and Jimmy O. Yang - “Maybe Just Go Outside” is a revised version of the duet “Baby, It’s Cold Outside.” Josh tweaked the lyrics to avoid romanticizing a song about sexual assault.

“Blood on My Hands” by Style Beddoe - Owning the fake relationship trope in romantic comedies, Natalie and Josh become fake engaged. But when they hear that their engagement will be in the local paper, they steal the newspapers from the customers’ driveway. The song “Blood on My Hands” plays as they run and hide from the paperboy.

“Santa Knows Your Secrets” by Nightheart - “Santa Knows Your Secrets” is a fitting song for Owen spying on Natalie during her date with Tag. As he slowly drives by Abbott’s, he is seen eating a piece of licorice.

“Read My Mind” by Golda May - During the surprise engagement party, Natalie reveals her side of the story, witnessed by her boss Lee (Matty Finochio, The Order). After leaving the party, Josh arrives at their house. There, he sees that Natalie has left a letter urging him to follow his passion for candle-making. He reads the letter as “Read My Mind” plays.

“Call It Dreaming” by Iron & Wine - Pressured by Lee’s deadline, Natalie starts writing her article about Josh. “Call It Dreaming” is heard while she struggles at first. She eventually breaks out of her writer’s block and has a breakthrough.

“Curls” by Bibio - At Josh’s house, Natalie recreates the iconic scene from his favorite Christmas movie, Love Actually. He replies with the trademark line from Natalie’s favorite, Die Hard. The two kiss, with “Curls” playing in the background.

“Very Merry Christmas” by Thomas Daniel - While the family prepares to open their gifts during “Very Merry Christmas,” Grandma June asks the reunited couple about an explicit picture. The song is also heard as the credits roll.

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