Expanding the Sonic World of ‘Wednesday’: Season 2
‘Wednesday‘ returns in Season 2 with greater ambition, darkness, and wit. Under the guidance of music supervisors Jen Malone and Nicole Weisberg, the soundtrack fuses orchestral grandeur, contemporary covers, and unexpected needle drops to amplify the supernatural and emotional stakes at Nevermore Academy. With returning cast led by Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams, the score and curated song picks shape the world’s gothic spirit, black humor, and deepening character arcs.
Chris Bacon delivers the original score for the season, taking up the reins from Danny Elfman, who crafted the iconic theme and contributed to Season 1’s sound. The official soundtrack is available from Milan Records, while the first four episodes feature a companion EP with both new music and memorable cover versions.
“My Favorite Things” – The Lennon Sisters
The season premiere launches with a chilling subversion: Wednesday is restrained in a serial killer’s basement, surrounded by sinister dolls, as The Lennon Sisters’ saccharine rendition of the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein showtune plays. The familiar lyrics acquire new menace, enveloping the scene in tonal dissonance that exemplifies the show’s darkly playful approach.
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Music supervisors and producers specifically chose this version for its uncanny innocence—contrasting sharply with the grisly visuals and intensifying the opening’s off-kilter mood. The effect is quintessential ‘Wednesday’: the macabre rendered with deadpan irony.
“Dance of the Knights” – Sergei Prokofiev (performed by Nevermore Academy Orchestra & Jacob Braun)
Featured in an atmospheric montage, Wednesday performs Prokofiev’s iconic “Dance of the Knights” on cello, bathed in candlelight as action cross-cuts to Morticia, Pugsley, and Nevermore’s unfolding mysteries. The bold, modern arrangement channels Wednesday’s intensity and the escalating peril around her.
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The use of this classical piece showcases the series’ commitment to making Wednesday’s musicianship central to her identity. Its turbulent, march-like rhythms parallel both her internal conflicts and Nevermore’s supernatural threats.
“Bad Moon Rising” – Creedence Clearwater Revival (Cast cover)
The series spotlights an ensemble performance of “Bad Moon Rising,” with Wednesday, Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones), and academy musicians giving the swampy rock classic a gothic chamber twist. Their version plays during the Nevermore Founder’s Pyre event, setting off a night of chaos and secrets.
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Arranged for the show by Alana Da Fonseca, this reimagining uses strings and minimal percussion to preserve the song’s foreboding mood while imbuing it with the show’s haunted scholastic flair.
“Zombie” – The Cranberries (Piano Cover and Ensemble Version)
Several distinct versions of “Zombie” are heard: Miss Capri’s plaintive piano cover calms Willow Hill community members until a zombie is literally unleashed; later, a larger ensemble rendition underscores confrontation between Wednesday and the supernatural.
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The motif of undead unrest is playfully literalized, connecting the lyrics’ anti-war sentiment to the ongoing battle within Nevermore’s walls. The juxtaposition of haunting solo piano and orchestral surges mirrors the season’s oscillation between vulnerability and gothic spectacle.
“Um Oh Ah Yeh” – MAMAMOO
This high-energy K-pop track marks Enid’s colorful re-entrance, reflecting her bright personality in contrast to Wednesday’s gloom as she returns to Nevermore. The musical juxtaposition underscores their evolving friendship and highlights the show’s embrace of global pop culture.
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Music supervisors selected “Um Oh Ah Yeh” exclusively for Enid, recognizing her status as a fan favorite and boosting the show’s appeal to a broader, younger audience.
“Nevermore Alma Mater” – Cast and Orchestra
This original choral track punctuates a ceremonial moment at Nevermore Academy, with Wednesday, Morticia, and Catherine Zeta-Jones leading the performance alongside the academy orchestra. It’s a tongue-in-cheek homage to the gothic boarding school tradition.
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Composed for the season, this anthem playfully skewers classic school hymns while fostering the show’s communal, slightly sinister esprit de corps.
“All by Myself” – Eric Carmen
Used for comedic effect, Miss Capri belts this soft rock ballad while alone in her car—unaware that Wednesday is hiding in the trunk. The bittersweet, slightly campy mood underscores the show’s knack for ironic song placement.
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The selection cements ‘Wednesday’s’ tradition of using classic pop to highlight the oddball pathos of its supporting cast.
Thematic Depth and Musical Characterization
The music of ‘Wednesday’ Season 2 does more than fill space—it actively participates in character development, thematic layering, and world-building. Cello pieces articulate Wednesday’s introversion and struggle between alienation and connection. Needle drops like “Dancing in the Dark” (Bruce Springsteen) or “Kiss Me” (Sixpence None the Richer) are repurposed to underscore irony or lend emotional resonance to romance and violence alike.
Music supervisors Malone and Weisberg cite the show’s philosophy that “songs can serve as score,” using pop and classical selections as emotional signposts or narrative foils—the world of ‘Wednesday’ is as much shaped by its sound as by its shadows.
Legacy, Release, and Where to Listen
The soundtrack EP and score album are available via Milan Records, Apple Music, and all major streaming platforms. With the first batch of episodes released on August 6, 2025, and a second volume forthcoming, listeners are able to explore Wednesday’s world both inside and outside the show.
