Theme songs and insert songs of American TV dramas
I’ve put together a collection of theme songs and insert songs featured in American TV dramas.
The selection ranges widely, from friendly, catchy pop tunes to tracks that evoke the heat of rock.
Some of these are popular series that are frequently broadcast in Japan with dubbed versions, so be sure to check them out.
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Theme and insert songs of American TV dramas (1–10)
Labels Or LoveFergie

The theme song that colors the film adaptation of the globally acclaimed drama Sex and the City is a work that showcases Fergie’s appeal to the fullest.
Set to a poppy, rhythmic melody, the song passionately celebrates luxury brands and romance, vividly capturing the feelings of women living in the city.
Released in May 2008, the track reached No.
15 on Australia’s ARIA Singles Chart.
It opens the film and superbly conveys the movie’s worldview.
It was also chosen as the opening theme for the Korean TV program Let Me In, earning international recognition.
It’s the perfect track for those who admire an urban lifestyle or seek a refined, sophisticated vibe.
Cities and DustJunkie XL

An impressive cover that blends a mysterious, atmospheric sound with elements of electro house.
Inspired by the eruption of the ancient city of Pompeii, the piece expresses grand drama through a modern arrangement, with Lauren Rocket’s vocals heightening the tension.
Released in March 2008 on the album “Booming Back at You,” it reached No.
11 on the Billboard Top Electronic Albums chart.
It was also featured in the popular drama Gossip Girl and the racing game Burnout Paradise, earning widespread acclaim.
Shining in high-tension or energetic scenes, this track is also perfect as background music for driving or workouts.
Who Needs Wings to FlySally Field

The Flying Nun is a situational comedy set in a convent on the island of Puerto Rico, depicting the adventures of Sister Bertrille, who can fly.
The theme song is Who Needs Wings to Fly, sung by Sally Field.
Theme songs and insert songs from American TV dramas (11–20)
God’s Gonna Cut You DownJohnny Cash

One of Johnny Cash’s signature songs, which left a profound mark on American music history, is a piece that reconstructs a traditional American folk song through his unique interpretation.
Included on the fifth installment of the American Recordings series, the album “American V: A Hundred Highways,” it was released posthumously in 2006.
The track is characterized by a minimalist arrangement and his deep baritone voice, with handclaps, footsteps, and simple acoustic guitar accompaniment creating a solemn atmosphere.
Featured in numerous works, including the TV dramas Gotham and The Blacklist, this weighty song—centered on themes of judgment and redemption—resonates powerfully in tense scenes.
Suddenly I SeeKT Tunstall

A powerful song that celebrates the joy of self-discovery through the image of a captivating woman.
Crafted by Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall from a formative encounter that shaped her origins, it’s a gem of a message song.
Featured on her August 2005 album Eye to the Telescope, it enchanted music fans worldwide with a masterful blend of blues, country, and pop.
It gained further attention as the opening theme for the film The Devil Wears Prada and the theme song for the TV series Ugly Betty.
Capturing the thrill of finding your goal and the courage to move toward it, this track is the perfect anthem for anyone about to take a new step forward.
Love The Way You Lie ft. RihannaEminem

A shocking hip-hop ballad that candidly portrays the darkness of violence and dependence.
Eminem’s rage- and pain-filled rap intertwines with Rihanna’s heartrending hook, laying bare the reality of a destructive romance.
Released in June 2010 as a track on the album Recovery, it spent seven consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
In the American drama Gossip Girl, it was effectively used as an insert song to underscore a reconciliation scene between a conflicted couple.
Highly recommended for those who want to relate to the tangled emotions where love and hate intersect, or to reexamine the shadows within a relationship.
Mystery Movie ThemeHenry Mancini

“Columbo” is a detective drama set in the Los Angeles Police Department that portrays the exploits of the police officer Columbo, and it is also very well known in Japan.
This piece of music was originally the theme for the broadcast slot “NBC Mystery Movie,” and in Japan it is famous as the “Columbo Theme.”


