No television show is complete without a soundtrack that works to elevate and add nuance to its scenes, and Never Have I Ever seems to have nailed the art of great writing coupled with tunes that makes the audience feel the emotions of each character.
The music in the series sets the mood, and the juxtaposition of the modern-day school setting with 80's influenced synth-pop music is fun to both hear and watch. The show has a collection of some of the dreamiest and catchiest tunes that complement its dramatic, romantic, and sometimes hilarious scenes.
10 "Dancing On My Own" - Robyn
Swedish singer-songwriter Robyn's hugely popular track found a suitable place in Never Have I Ever's first season. The story of Devi and her mysterious loss of mobility in her legs was being narrated, as well as her miraculous recovery when she saw Paxton and his muscles emerge from a swimming pool.
The thumping intro beats of this song usually serve well in risqué scenes that involve either sex or sexual admiration, and it's been heard in a number of other shows, like Gossip Girl. The feminist lyrics are a great bonus.
9 "Boys Like You" - Kids At Midnight
Dreamy and wistful, this layered synth track provided the score for Ben and Devi's first kiss on the beach after she scattered Mohan's ashes with her mother. The tension between Ben and Devi was a different kind, and the release of it to this sweet song was quite lovely and calming.
The lilting vocals and adorable lyrics about first loves, jilted hearts, and the excitement of teenage steps into the world of romance make this the perfect high school alternative tune.
8 "Summer Love" - Hello Pongo
Inspired heavily by the '80s pop sound, this song played when Paxton and Devi danced together at the winter social dance, making their official outing as a couple. Ben watched them in jealousy and awe, telling himself that Paxton had always been the one for Devi until Eleanor told him that he had been her first choice.
The sparkling, groovy song is a big winner because it sets the mood for a school dance beautifully, but also captures Ben's longing for Devi at the end of season 2.
7 "Beautiful Day" - U2
Devi's dad, Mohan, was a big fan of "Beautiful Day" by U2 in the show, and the lead single from the 2000 album All That You Can’t Leave Behind played in a heartwarming flashback where he openly expressed his fondness for the song.
In a sweet callback to his memory, the soothing song made its way onto the show's season 1 finale when Nalini and Devi scattered his ashes, thus putting him to rest. The song is about discovering joy in life, which perfectly suited the most likable character of Never Have I Ever.
6 "Fire For You" - Cannons
A pulsating, slow jam, "Fire For You" was played in both seasons of Never Have I Ever. Paxton and Devi's surprise kiss in his car was punctuated by this gradually undulating track, which suited the moment perfectly.
So, it only made sense that in season 2, when Devi noticed that she had a voicemail from the school hunk, the alt-tune started playing in her mind, as she reminisced about the time she locked lips with the gorgeous swimmer.
5 "Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna" - Lata Mangeshkar & Udit Narayan
A round-up of music on Never Have I Ever would be remiss without some vivacious Bollywood fare. Devi may be more American than Indian, but her culture plays a huge role in the series, especially in season 1. This instantly fun tune from a classic Bollywood movie was heard when Ganesh Puja celebrations take place in the Sherman Oaks High School's gym.
Usually played at weddings, this song roughly translates to a lyrical conversation between the bride and groom as she gets traditional henna art on her hands before the nuptials.
4 "Art School" - Frankie Cosmos
One of the best couples in Never Have I Ever, Fabiola and Eve had their fair share of amazing music scoring their cutesy love story. The two lovers shared an intimate moment with each other to the tune of this indie-rock number by Frankie Cosmos.
The leisurely number is flecked with school time nostalgia, the feeling of a new crush, and swooning over a new partner, which lingers in the pretty echoes of the chorus.
3 "JuJu" - Summer Twins
Devi is no stranger to breaking the rules, but if somebody dares her to do something, she doesn't even care about the consequences. When Aneesa, Eleanor, Fabiola, Ben, and her snuck out at night to a tattoo and piercing parlor, Ben dared Devi to get her nose pierced.
Her bad-ass transformation after the piercing was complemented by the opening riffs of this seriously catchy song by Summer Twins, and it made for an epic scene.
2 "Karma" - Raja Kumari
Not every song on Never Have I Ever is dreamy and ethereal, and Devi's rage can sometimes be heard in angry rap through some of the series' more audacious music, like Raja Kumari's "Karma."
While looking back at Ben and Aneesa's interactions, Devi realized, in retrospect, that Aneesa and her former flame weren't bantering, but actually flirting with each other playfully, which unleashed an angry demon in the teenager.
1 "Heat Waves" - Glass Animals
Apart from being one of the best new Netflix original comedy series, Never Have I Ever has given fans some of the most unforgettably steamy scenes between Paxton and Devi. It doesn't hurt that both actors are attractive individuals, but the music also helps with the run-up to their characters' moments.
Devi was convinced that she was being played by Paxton, and at that exact moment, he climbed in through her window, wet from rain, and kissed her to this high-energy dream-pop anthem by Glass Animals.
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