Okay, let's talk Adventure Time: Come Along With Me soundtrack. You know, the finale soundtrack? The one everyone cries about?
Is it *really* that amazing?
Look, I love Adventure Time. I really do. Finn, Jake, Princess Bubblegum – the whole gang! They're the best!
But, and this might be an unpopular opinion... Is the soundtrack *really* the pinnacle of musical achievement people make it out to be? Like, stop-the-presses, rewrite-history amazing?
Don't get me wrong...
There are some bangers, I admit. "Time Adventure" is undeniably beautiful. That much is true!
Rebecca Sugar's songwriting is *chef's kiss*. "Come Along With Me" the title track is pretty epic, no arguments here.
But sometimes I feel like some songs just... exist. They are kinda *meh*. You know?
The Hype Train is Real
Maybe it's the context. The end of the show, all the feels. That's fair! Endings are always emotional.
Adventure Time was a huge part of a lot of people's lives. So the soundtrack probably hit harder because of that.
But objectively? Some of the tracks feel more like background music than stand-alone masterpieces. I said it!.
Am I the only one?
Listen, I'm not saying it's a *bad* soundtrack. Not at all. It is fine!
It has moments of true brilliance. The songs are beautifully sung!
But am I alone in thinking the emotional weight of the finale inflates its perceived quality just a tad?
The Songs I *do* Love (Let's be real)
Okay, so I’m not *completely* heartless. "Time Adventure" gets me every time. I can't deny it!
Also, "Come Along With Me" is a fantastic theme song. Catchy and full of hope! That's the stuff!
Even the quieter tracks have their charm. They just don't always blow my mind, is all.
The Verdict?
The Adventure Time: Come Along With Me soundtrack is good. Solidly good!
But maybe, just maybe, it benefits from being attached to such a beloved show's ending. Maybe.
Don't hate me for saying it! Now if you excuse me I am going to rewatch Adventure Time.
Ultimately, music is subjective. If you think this soundtrack is a 10/10, that's awesome! I respect your opinion! Even if I secretly think you're overhyping it.
Let's agree that Adventure Time is a gem. Right?