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Various Artists - Barbie The Album

Buy Various Artists — Barbie The Album on LP vinyl from Kilmorna in Listowel, Ireland. Classical / Soundtracks record with verified album details.

LP · 2023 · Atlantic

Available from Kilmorna Collection in Listowel.

Buyer notes: 2023 LP on Atlantic, currently available from the Kilmorna Collection vinyl shelf. Pay for pickup in Listowel, ship within Ireland from EUR 5.95 per record or outside Ireland from EUR 12.00 per record.

Barbie The Album is the official pop soundtrack to Greta Gerwig’s 2023 Barbie film, bringing together a wide cast of contemporary artists to mirror the movie’s bright, self-aware take on the Barbie universe. Centered around tracks like Lizzo’s “Pink” and Dua Lipa’s “Dance The Night,” the record leans into glossy, cinematic pop that feels tailor-made for the film’s neon world while still standing on its own as a front-to-back listening experience. Across the album you hear Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice flipping the iconic Barbie mythology on “Barbie World,” Charli XCX racing through “Speed Drive,” and contributions from Karol G, Sam Smith, Tame Impala, Ryan Gosling, HAIM, Billie Eilish, The Kid LAROI, Khalid, PinkPantheress, GAYLE, Ava Max and more. The sequencing moves from high-energy party cuts to introspective moments like “What Was I Made For?” without losing the playful spirit that defines the film.

As a modern soundtrack, Barbie The Album captures a specific 2020s moment where blockbuster cinema and pop culture are tightly intertwined, with major artists writing original material that extends the film’s themes beyond the screen. It reflects Barbie’s reinvention as a character, mixing camp, humor, and emotional depth in a way that resonated well beyond traditional movie tie-ins. For listeners, this compilation serves as a snapshot of mainstream pop at the time of the film’s release, showcasing how different voices interpret Barbie’s ideas of identity, fantasy, and self-expression. It’s a key document for anyone tracing the evolving relationship between pop artists and major film projects.

For collectors, Barbie The Album is notable as a star-studded soundtrack that quickly became synonymous with the cultural impact of the film. With a cohesive 16-track program on vinyl that includes core songs such as “Pink,” “Dance The Night,” “Barbie World,” “Speed Drive,” “Man I Am,” “I’m Just Ken,” “Home,” “What Was I Made For?,” “Angel,” “butterflies,” and others, it offers a focused version of the project tailored for the LP format. This release sits comfortably alongside other contemporary soundtracks that foreground pop songwriting rather than traditional score, and it pairs naturally with collections that emphasize 2010s–2020s pop, movie music, and collaborative albums. Its broad appeal and recognizable tracks make it a strong candidate for regular play rather than a purely archival piece.

A vividly produced, pop-forward soundtrack that moves from high-energy, danceable cuts to sleek, emotional ballads while maintaining a bright, modern sheen.

Recommended for: Fans of contemporary pop who want a film soundtrack packed with major artists; Listeners who connected with the 2023 Barbie movie and want its musical companion on vinyl; Collectors focusing on modern soundtracks and cross-media pop collaborations; DJs and playlist makers looking for upbeat, colorful tracks with strong hooks; Casual vinyl buyers seeking a recognizable, accessible compilation that works at parties.

Is Barbie The Album a traditional score or a song-based soundtrack? Barbie The Album is a song-based soundtrack built around original pop recordings by various artists, rather than an orchestral score. Which core songs from the Barbie film are included on this vinyl edition? This LP features key tracks such as “Pink,” “Dance The Night,” “Barbie World,” “Speed Drive,” “Man I Am,” “Journey To The Real World,” “I’m Just Ken,” “Hey Blondie,” “Home,” “What Was I Made For?,” “Forever & Again,” “Silver Platter,” “Angel,” “butterflies,” and more within a 16-track program. Is this release suitable for listeners who haven’t seen the Barbie film? Yes. While the songs are tied to the movie, the album is designed to stand alone as a contemporary pop compilation, so it works even if you discover it purely as a record of 2020s pop music.