American Gangster(2007) soundtrack: A definitive guide to all the soundtracks in the film

The American biographical crime film American Gangster was released in theatres on November 2, 2007. Directed by Ridley Scott, the film featured Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Josh Brolin, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Cuba Gooding Jr. in key roles.

The film was loosely inspired by the life of the notorious North Carolina-based gangster Frank Lucas, who used to smuggle heroin into the United States using service planes that were originally meant for use during the Vietnam War.

American Gangster received significant praise from both critics and audiences for its plot, performances, and portrayal of the true events it was based on. The film's soundtrack was also well-received by the masses. All Music called its sound a mix of "dark, gloomy, and haunting."

Some of the songs featured in the soundtrack included Do You Feel Me by Anthony Hamilton, Why Don't We Do It in the Road? by Lowell Fulson, and Checkin' Up on My Baby by Hank Shocklee. There are additional tracks on the soundtrack as well, which will be explored later in the article. To learn more about them, continue reading.

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The soundtrack of American Gangster

The movie features the following soundtrack:

1. Do You Feel Me by Anthony Hamilton
2. No Shoes by John Lee Hooker
3. Across 110th Street by Bobby Womack
4. Railroad by Hank Shocklee
5. Stone Cold by Anthony Hamilton
6. Hold On, I'm Comin by Sam & Dave
7. I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers
8. Why Don't We Do It in the Road? by Lowell Fulson
9. Can't Truss It by Public Enemy
10. Club Jam by Hank Shocklee
11. Nicky Barnes by Hank Shocklee
12. Hundred Percent Pure by Marc Streitenfeld
13. Frank Lucas by Marc Streitenfeld
14. Checkin' Up on My Baby by Hank Shocklee

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About American Gangster

American Gangster tells the story of Frank Lucas, a notorious drug dealer portrayed by Denzel Washington. The movie's narrative follows Lucas's activities in the drug trade. It also revolves around his confrontations with Newark detective Richie Roberts, played by Russell Crowe, who is determined to bring him down.

According to Universal Pictures, the official synopsis for the film is as follows:

Armed with ruthless, street-wise tactics and a strict sense of honor, crime boss Frank Lucas (Washington) rules Harlem's chaotic drug underworld. When outcast cop Richie Roberts (Crowe) sets out to bring down Lucas's multi-million dollar empire, it plunges both men into a legendary confrontation. American Gangster is "a brutal and brilliant film."

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How to watch American Gangster?

The film is available on multiple platforms, including Apple TV Plus (Image via Getty)

American Gangster's renewed popularity among the younger audience can be partly attributed to its availability on various digital platforms, which has hiked the film's accessibility.

One can find the film on multiple platforms in select regions, including MGM Plus, YouTube, Sling TV, and Amazon Prime Video. Other options include YouTube TV, Philo, Fandango at Home (VUDU), Google Play Movies, and Apple TV Plus.

While some of these platforms provide the movie for free with a subscription, most will require an additional fee for renting or purchasing it. Thus, anyone interested in watching the film should almost be rest assured that they would have to incur additional expenses to enjoy it.

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