James Gunn revealed that his Spotify Wrapped results inadvertently disclose songs featured in Man of Tomorrow, explaining that he could not share his top tracks as they form part of the upcoming Superman film’s soundtrack. This insight sheds light on the significant role music will play in the highly anticipated Warner Bros. project, making
“James Gunn Spotify Man of Tomorrow”
a talking point among fans and followers.
Director’s Reflection on Spotify Wrapped and Music Choices
Addressing his annual Spotify Wrapped, Gunn explained why he could not publicize his most-played songs:
“I can’t post my top songs because they are ALL in Man of Tomorrow, but I can post some of the other stuff.”
— James Gunn, Director. Gunn did, however, share that his top artists included Foxy Shazam—holding the top spot for the second consecutive year—along with Sports Team, Jeff Rosenstock, and LaRussel. He noted other Spotify stats like receiving a “listening age” of 26, and being described as a member of “Club Serotonin” with the title of “Collector.”
To maintain secrecy regarding Man of Tomorrow and Peacemaker, Gunn provided fans with an abridged version of his Spotify Wrapped, intentionally leaving out tracks from both projects. In response to a social media request, Gunn clarified that 3 Doors Down’s “Kryptonite” will not be part of the soundtrack, firmly stating the outcome to fans of the band.
Music’s Elevated Role in Man of Tomorrow’s Approach
This disclosure reinforces earlier suggestions that Man of Tomorrow will lean heavily on curated songs, contrasting with the previous Superman film, which mainly featured a classical score. The 2023 Superman included only a handful of songs, such as “5 Years Time” by Noah and the Whale, featured during a scene with Mr. Terrific, while John Murphy and David Fleming handled the bulk of the film’s musical composition.
Gunn’s reputation for assembling memorable music-heavy soundtracks remains evident. His previous work, notably in Guardians of the Galaxy and Peacemaker, is marked by distinctive, often eclectic, musical selections. For instance, he incorporated Steel Panther’s
“F—ing My Heart in the Ass”
— Steel Panther, Band, into Peacemaker’s second season soundtrack.
Release Timeline and Anticipation for Man of Tomorrow
Confirming that Man of Tomorrow’s soundtrack largely draws from his personal favorites, Gunn has set expectations for a musically rich experience when the film debuts. Warner Bros. is preparing for a planned release date of July 9, 2027, with production set to commence in summer 2026. The involvement of notable music acts such as Foxy Shazam, Jeff Rosenstock, and others, as referenced in Gunn’s Wrapped, suggests an emphasis on contemporary musical influences that may distinguish the film within the superhero genre.
With Gunn’s history of successful soundtrack curation and the prominence of music in both Guardians of the Galaxy and Peacemaker, anticipation is building to see how Man of Tomorrow will utilize its robust tracklist to define tone and elevate storytelling in the evolving Superman film legacy.
