Blue Eye Samurai Soundtrack

This is the official soundtrack from the new Netflix series, Blue Eye Samurai, created by Amie Doherty. Starring the ultimate bad guy from my childhood:
Cary Hiroyuki Tagawa (Mortal Kombat - Showdown in Little Tokyo),
Mark Dacascos (Crying Freeman - Warrior S3),
Byron Mann (Crying Freeman - Altered Carbon),
Tamlyn Tomita (The Karate Kid Part II - Cobra Kai)
and Ming-Na Wen (Street Fighter - The Mandalorian / Book of Boba Fett).
Most of which have already featured on this channel.
Timestamps
00:00 - Blue Eye Samurai Mizu Suite
09:39 - Stranger in Town
12:50 - The Heavens Throw Treasure
15:58 - A Young Edo Bride
17:54 - Thank You For My Ember
20:19 - Akemi's Theme
24:53 - The Art of Seduction
26:50 - Yaki-Ire Meditation
30:00 - Mind Our Own Soul
30:42 - Reborn
35:00 - Four Paths to Greatness
37:34 - Madame Kaji's Teahouse
40:09 - Kinuyo's Promise Fulfilled
48:14 - A Beautiful Beast
52:04 - Journey to the Ninth Level
53:21 - Flower Dust
55:06 - Fowler's Conquest
56:20 - Melted Metal & Mizu's Rebirth
59:44 - Revenge at all Costs
01:02:55 - Tedium of a Siege
01:04:44 - Floodgates of the West
01:08:59 - Guns to a Sword Fight
01:11:28 - The Great Fire of Edo
01:15:14 - From the Embers of Edo to the New World
Other music from the series:
- For Whom the Bell Tolls - • For Whom the Bell Toll...
- Battle Without Honor or Humanity (Kill Bill) - • Battle Without Honor O...
- Kushimoto Bushi - • Kushimoto bushi
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Crying Freeman Soundtrack - • Crying Freeman Soundtr...
Crying Freeman Tribute - • Crying Freeman - The S...
The Karate Kid ft. Pat Morita's, Mr. Miyagi - • The Wisdom of Miyagi -...
The Mandalorian - • The Mandalorian - The ...
Excerpts from the Warrior series - • Bruce Lee's Warrior Se...
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''(…) even if it will be very difficult to succeed by advancing straight ahead,
it will not do to think about going at it in a long roundabout way.
One’s heart may slacken, he may miss his chance, and by and large there will be no success.
The Way of the Samurai is one of immediacy, and it is best to dash in headlong.''
- Hagakure

[@ericduan19]

I played this soundtrack at my house. Now I live in a dojo.

[@jule8280]

Do you live in a Mojo Dojo Casa house? 😂

[@corey552]

Mizu might be one of the most well written female protags of all time

[@thecappeningchannel515]

Killing 100 men at a time is shit writing

[@Mune_333]

Also Akemi is! They are both amazingly written and a perfect example of modern women in a medieval society. One of the Pearls of Netflix in my opinion! 👌👌

[@jule8280]

@@thecappeningchannel515agreed, they just wrote her as a Man in a females body.

[@cloudshifter]

@@thecappeningchannel515 You say it as if for example in the equalizer or Die hard, Stallone, Arnold schwarzenegger movies and mission impossible this isn't the case. She loses multiple times within the series and quite brutally too, both in mind and body. Even when she defeats enemies when the odds are stacked against her it's not some feat of a strong woman, it's always metaphorically hinted within the series her resemblance to the Onryo, the japanese vengeful spirit. As a result even this that looks like a pro for her ends up being a con as everyone sees her as a demon and not an actual human being which makes her spiral downwards psychologically even harder.

[@guan8571]

Story 10/10 Characters 10/10 Animation 10/10 Music 10/10 Best show I've ever watched

[@roughnegg6615]

That series was a real breakthrough of 2023 for me, could've not thought I needed it in my life.

[@WitheredMalignous]

I can't get enough of Blue Eye Samurai, honestly couldn't wait for the second season

[@tobiasklos2014]

Couldn't it isn't there yet - is it?

[@WitheredMalignous]

@@tobiasklos2014 it's announced that there will be a second season

[@NatureFreak1127]

Oh Thank God. Netflix has habit of cancelling great shows.@@WitheredMalignous

[@thefitnessman1830]

If they don't change the studio for create the second season. It's gonna maybe be a bad second season. So don't hype yourself too much haha.

[@dokusa2173]

@@NatureFreak1127Rip Inside Job. Sacrificed to feed the monster that is Big Mouth.

[@dervhein7599]

I love everything about Fowler as an antagonist, he's foreign both in lore and in appareance, he has strange sounding soundtracks along with him, and has one of the best interpretation of the European market in Japan in my opinion ; " Death is our number one export ". Oh also he's Irish.

[@oliviastevens4870]

I completely agree!! He's so unique and every line he has feels intimidating, yet insightful and playful. I get excited every time he gets on screen.

[@dervhein7599]

@@oliviastevens4870 also, to quote some of my friends ; " damn he's so badass ! ", i can't wait to see him again in S2 !

[@cedar4539]

I find him to be the most repulsive and terrifying. fits for an antagonist. I think his sexual violence is what disgusts me most.

[@dervhein7599]

@@cedar4539 he's especially terrifying. His backstory, talent with his fists and failed coup are all here to back he's terror aura, which makes him a distinct villain.

[@b.d6642]

While i love the morally ambiguous antagonist who you still empathize with despite his actions, i feel like we had so many of those in recent years (and a lot of them not done well) that fowler is a breath of fresh air. While we get one scene where we hear his backstory, This is not a man who should be empathized with. He is the definition of a sadist. When he beats up a tortured taigan in the ninth level you could feel his joy. This is a man who gets happy seeing others suffer, he is despicable, which is why he is such a good antagonist to mizu, a morally gray character who has a lot to learn. Not to mention he is such a charismatic villain, he steals evey scene he is in

[@HiddenbyLeaves]

00:00 - Blue Eye Samurai Mizu Suite 09:39 - Stranger in Town 12:50 - The Heavens Throw Treasure 15:58 - A Young Edo Bride 17:54 - Thank You For My Ember 20:19 - Akemi's Theme 24:53 - The Art of Seduction 26:50 - Yaki-Ire Meditation 30:00 - Mind Our Own Soul 30:42 - Reborn 35:00 - Four Paths to Greatness 37:34 - Madame Kaji's Teahouse 40:09 - Kinuyo's Promise Fulfilled 48:14 - A Beautiful Beast 52:04 - Journey to the Ninth Level 53:21 - Flower Dust 55:06 - Fowler's Conquest 56:20 - Melted Metal & Mizu's Rebirth 59:44 - Revenge at all Costs 01:02:55 - Tedium of a Siege 01:04:44 - Floodgates of the West 01:08:59 - Guns to a Sword Fight 01:11:28 - The Great Fire of Edo 01:15:14 - From the Embers of Edo to the New World

[@adogst6534]

thank you kindly :D

[@angieb6544]

I don't think there is anyone who can't relate to Mizu in some way.

[@alyssabellon8003]

Wwaaaa as azz a

[@thenameless2379]

I can. Trust me. I can.

[@yarpenzigrin1893]

I can't.

[@starflyer3219]

Yes. I have blue eyes.

[@unrealengine1enhanced]

you're wrong.

[@shimmy8718]

God, I'm in _love_ with Mizu's reoccurring theme. Especially 56:20 - _Melted Metal & Mizu's Rebirth_ . She is a flawed and broken person, her soul fragmented and hollow, held together solely by a sense of wrath and a pursuit of meaningless revenge. Her journey has taken her through literal hell. Yet, she's slowly starting to find her humanity again and learning to trust others. I can't wait to see her character development in season 2.

[@b.d6642]

"i have no desire to be happy... Only satisfied"

[@youwsernayme]

i can't look at that picture of her it's too heartbreaking :(

[@b.d6642]

She truly felt safe with him. For the first time in her life she felt safe

[@spitzhorneule]

And we will never know 100% who betrayed her

[@rigelr5345]

I am a woman, also have blue eyes, also have male-dominated interests, and my father also sucked major ass (as in, went to prison for violence and rape, thankfully absent in my life from birth). I always had a fascination with Japan. So when I saw this anime, I just.... felt so right, for once in my life. Finally an outsider like me. But, like, a cool one. Now, I have this epic soundtrack to play whenever I feel down about my life.

[@HiddenbyLeaves]

I think everything changes when you can relate to someone else. When you recognize and see yourself in the words of another you suddenly realize: I'm not the only one! This became the first pillar of the foundation upon which everything else was built and I've been reading Philosophy ever since. A while ago, I reached a point where I felt at ease sharing some of the things that provided me with significant assistance. And these days I just try to give back by sharing things that I find valuable. For me personally, I think there's tremendous strength in learning, realizing and accepting who we are, deep down. It's an inexhaustible fount. Thank you for your lovely comment and I wish you all the best! Truly.

[@innervoicejargon]

I feel the same

[@Chaldean1985]

You are need to stop blaming yourself and being a victim, man up as they say

[@noelle7786]

personally mizu made me feel more comfortable in building strength in my body rather than starving it to look “feminine.” i also relate a lot to her, especially her past

[@malakai_adam]

This show has generational potential

[@Mune_333]

I actually never listened to the whole soundtrack. What a fool I was!! This is f**king amazing!!! Many of the songs gave me chills! 😳😳Thank you so much for making this! 🙏🙏

[@user-jl3sh4ws3n]

This soundtrack is unbelievable

[@gokhanny]

When you listen to the OST you can feel the sadness and hatred inside Mizu.

[@b.d6642]

Especially with that picture of her as a bride

[@will_the_warlord8913]

yes a beutyfull tragdey...

[@NoorAgafia]

Beautiful soundtrack and great series. When I hear the shamisen I cannot help but think of Zatoichi.

[@DarknessIsMyAlly]

I think I saw a interview somewhere in which the director stated that she used Zatoichi as inspiration for the series.

@@DarknessIsMyAlly There are so many obvious influences, like Zatoichi, Kill Bill movies, Samurai Champloo...

For me it's Kubo and the Two Strings.

[@Sart788]

Also I do not need live action anything. Give me stuff like this and Arcane all day every day.

[@jdeckard1243]

One of the best series or pieces of film work I have ever watched.

[@emilyp8928]

Clicked on this thinking it was a Rurouni Kenshin reference, and yet am not entirely disappointed. Now I have a new anime to watch lol.

[@HiddenbyLeaves]

That's actually one of my all time favorites. What made you think of the Battousai? One of the first clips I ever made was from Rurouni Kenshin. I think I still have it somewhere. Iconic Music. ''Am I afraid of Hiko Seijuro? Of the absolute death that lies behind him?'' kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3uaZ3-snqlskMU Thanks a lot for reminding me Emily! I haven't heard this in years. Best wishes!

[@emilyp8928]

Aw, thanks! Back at ya! I just thought that Rurouni Kenshin was referred to as the Blue Eyed Samurai somewhere in the anime itself. I never had the opportunity to read the manga growing up, so that's the only place I could've gotten it from. I'll have to go listen to that link now, lol. Thank you for the good music! I am trying to think up a story as part of a project, although it'll probably never see the light of day, considering I need to actually Start it. But, just finding music to hit the right feels for writing in different parts of it is proving to be a fun side project itself, so, thank you! @@HiddenbyLeaves

[@HiddenbyLeaves]

@@emilyp8928 My pleasure. I think I know exactly what you mean. You hear or see something that speaks to you, and it leads to a whole stream of thoughts and emotions that you inevitably feel the need to pursue to the end. One of my greatest joys is finding that perfect piece of music, quote, or scene from years ago that actually complements or contributes something to what I wrote. If I may give you but one example, it would be the words of Anthony Hopkins: 29:27 -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmrIk6CffceVeqs ''Don't give up. Just keep in there, keep fighting. *Be bold, and mighty forces will come to your aid.* And that has sustained me through my life.'' That's as real and honest as I can make it. I really hope you keep writing! Believe in yourself. Keep reading, studying and researching. Never give up. Don't mirror yourself to others, do not expect validation or recognition, express what you think and feel. Believe in the things that are good, now and forever. Best of luck Emily! And thank you for replying. It means a lot.

[@b.d6642]

59:44 I actually clicked on this video to find this song from the show. I didn't know what it was called but i think it's actually interesting. It's called "revenge at all cost" Usually if we hear that sentence we think the person who wants revenge is cool and justified in their actions. But when does this track play? First of all, when Fowler beats taigan to death in front of mizu, and she learns that her "solo journey" actually affects others more than she realised. It also plays when the entire city of edo is burning down, and while akemi and taigan are trying to help others, mizu is focused on revenge. Fowler even tells her how the city of edo is burning around them because of her, Because of her quest for "revenge at all cost". Mizu still has a lot of development to go through in order to change as a character, but it's here that she starts to see that she probably hurt innocent people the same way people hurt her. THAT'S revenge at all cost

[@janet.rozario]

One of the best Netflix Series that really hit hard mentally

[@mg-us7ug]

Best goddamn show of 2023

[@user-eg1wx7xm8k]

That cello at 1:00:00 gives me chills every time. Just Mizu, her bloodlust and fury, in all her raw tragedy and misery and vengeance. This show is gorgeous.

[@MahamDjinn666]

Amazing series and ost! 11/10!

[@MCinator]

Best thing I've seen in 2023

[@greenbebee5493]

Many thanks for your music!

[@pure_awareness]

Amazing score worthy of any epic movie

[@miriamscheuch7356]

Could be just out of a movie

[@The_Scienceboy]

Majestic. Love it.

[@ginadaveigamendes3654]

lovin it

[@JaydenTheBruhGuy]

SEASON 2 IS FINNA GO CRAZY CANT WAIT

[@unrealengine1enhanced]

against all odds -do not lose.

[@annaberniofficial]

I cried so many times watching this one

[@cloudshifter]

Take a character design tip, do not make "a character" make "a character your story needs", Mizu reflects that perfectly, from her clothes, to her hiding she is woman to even her glasses hiding her eyes. Build your character around your story, not your story around your character.

[@nrgspike]

Listening to "Kinuyo's Promise Fulfilled" there's several points when I can't not hear the start of the melody for the Rolling Stones' "Paint it Black".

[@adamaslex]

Omg, I knew I wasn't the only one who noticed that!!

[@TeddyGears]

I hear hints of The Last Samurai OST by Hans Zimmer

[@jayshrestha6855]

People Always Change After Being Hurt.

[@_nick_26]

John Wick with a sword

[@huntrrams]

More like the bride from kill bill and lady snowblood

[@user-vf8yr6hh1u]

The first track is my favorite, undoubtably.

[@colebarber8485]

it's wild to me how they had an OST this good and decided to use licensed music over these phenomenal tracks

They used just a couple anachronistic new tracks in a couple of places where deemed appropriate, this was all used as well, what exactly do you mean?

[@colebarber8485]

@ I'm a hater on licensed music in things often times. Within the show there were multiple scenes where it felt like the chosen track was picked almost at random over the tracks within their arsenal. The assault on the Scotsman hideout was a big offender of this. To whom the bell tolls doesn't fit at all it's a completely different tone which took me out of the show something fierce. It's a personal criticism which detracted from my enjoyment of the series

[@malakai_adam]

​@@colebarber8485 I know what you mean but I actually liked the choices, I thought it was specifically done for contrast since there had been many pure emotional scenes played completely straight just before that. The relief that tonal whiplash causes is compounded I think by the longer episode run time. It helps shock me back into paying attention, which explains why those excerpts are mostly very brief.

[@mafiacat88]

I'm honestly kind of with you; I'm usually a bit of a sucker for a good needle drop but....for this one it usually took me out of it a bit, and was really noticeable compared to the excellent OST. Hilariously the *one* exception in that for me was the short segment of For Whom The Bell Tolls at the start of the Fowler assault. I didn't love it for the fight later, but the intro actually kinda worked for some reason.

[@Sart788]

so goddamn good I really rate it highly. Perfect female hero!!!

[@will_the_warlord8913]

I know those eyes the tears the pain lost and hatred Mizu is a wonderful charachter that inspired me to draw again....

[@MattShubert]

I haven't even watched this show yet but the OST fuckin slaps *edit: okay I watched the show now. The OST and the show both fuckin slap

[@mori_r_]

Something that is pretty neat is that in 56:20 Melted Metal and Mizu's Rebirth, you can hear a combination of Mizu and Akemi's themes.

[@emiliaEA0304]

I haven't watch the show yet, the music just started playing while I was working. Now I know what to do later today, gotta watch the show

[@Myrth1]

Similar story here - didn't even know what it was, but the music started playing from a random playlist while in the office. Out of curiosity I've tried the series... ... and the music sadly turned out to be the only good thing about it. Even if I still can't find the piece that plays during Mizu and Mikio's sparring. But it's been a while since something disappointed me this much.

[@user-it3ts7de7q]

🔥🔥

[@darrellritter269]

Awesome ass show 🎉

[@FahdJeddah]

Japanese music always touch the soul . Thanks❤

[@williamgoetz2340]

Très bonne réflexion sur la philosophie du travail : vertue mais jusqu'à quel point ? Il faut trouver l'équilibre. Merci Fabrice pour ce questionnement rare chez les gens...

[@ceckolalovia]

What is the one when the climbing is happening in the 6th episode ?

[@autbotsmith]

Probably "Journey to the Ninth Level" at 52:04

[@ceckolalovia]

@@autbotsmith Already checked it. Its not that

[@autbotsmith]

@@ceckolalovia “For Whom the Bell Tolls” Japanese cover? I think that’s the song since it wouldn’t be included in the original soundtrack. There’s also Black Cats - “Jeanie Jeanie Jeanie”

[@jjy8479]

37:34 - Madame Kaji's Teahouse

[@user-kj7uy5lj2x]

Lha nopo wedi wae ora .ngejak piye ta jai .rausah kawatir😅😂😂😂😂

[@elvil]

52:04 - Journey to the Ninth Level - I wish this part was longer

[@unrealengine1enhanced]

hey, S 4:44 :D

[@mulingavisuallab2775]

[@alvinkjoy547]

Any one knows 5 th episode soundtrack?

[@Heellllooo]

48:14 A Beautiful Beast is one I remember from episode 5. Sorry if this is not the one you’re looking for 😓

[@snejokbobikov]

Легенда Ивы

[@marino33]

2:15 & 11:40 ≧ ﹏ ≦

[@ninjaverde9203]

Music very very Japan, ok!!!

[@unrealengine1enhanced]

zatoichi has nothing to do with this, hahahaha. way off the mark. that one guy who said a over powered guy with a 12 foot sword, is relatable to a woman who is underdogging, barely.

[@katherinnevaleriazamoraval8004]

MIzu as a men, understood and became a men living of the way of the men starts in his life: nobody its going to came, nobody its going to save you, you are and always be alone. This is the real men that a woman could'nt ever be.

[@jasonchase6611]

Girl wtf is wrong with you and your internalised misogyny