Songs from United States of Tara
Do you know I’ve been thumbing through the web to look for crumbs on the awesome soundtrack on United States of Tara? I haven’t been this obsessed with a TV series before, it’s not just the really great plot, it’s the soundtrack! Oh man, if you haven’t watched US of Tara, it’s time you do. We are now on the fifth episode, but I sure am going crazy looking for their songs.
The theme song of United States of Tara was done by Tim deLaughter of The Polyphonic Spree (without the oomph of Polyphonic Spree), It’s just Tim doing the vocals and you can surf the web till the cows come home, but you wont find a whole song for this track. Go visit youtube and search for Polyphonic Spree if you want to see them perform live. It’s a cool happy band, with harps, flute, and violins 
He brings that happy positive theme to the Tara theme.
Included in this happy mix in US of Tara, there is a cute song by Dawn Landes called Straight Lines. This song really makes my toes curl *sigh* as well as “Lucky” by indie artist Kat Edmonson. (Thanks Johan for the correction)Just click on her name if you want to listen to her songs in Myspace.
Another band that really rocks was Buck’s song Souljacker Part I by EELS. Here’s the video from youtube, love it!
I know there are people out there who are against United States of Tara, saying it’s mean because the show is making fun of people with DID, it’s not! It actually gives you a better understanding of what people with this condition goes through and how important it is for the family to understand a person with DID. Like John Corbett (Max) said in the show, “It’s not a disease”.
Tim deLaughter said it really well: I know we’ll be just fine, If you learn to love the ride.
update: Season 2 this March 2010
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I agree: this show isn’t making fun of DID or anyone with a serious mental illness – it’s enlightening, in fact. I can’t wait for the next episode! My review is here.
That’s the same song that is in the opening of
“Parallel Worlds, Parallel Lives” – an awesome documentary about the singer of the Eels (‘s?) father. I have the first part of the video queue up if you click thru my name up there.
Thank you so much AF! What a great documentary! I couldn’t thank you enough!
It’s Kat Edmonson, not Kate.
Agreed on all counts, but what was the song that closed ep2? I’ve been looking everywhere.
Hopefully they will release a soundtrack.
Tom, it’s “Things The Grandchildren Should Know”
http://www.imeem.com/artists/eels/music/sad-PBi9/eels-things-the-grandchildren-should-know/
Anybody know what is the song in the first episode, when T arrives? something like bubble girl or battle girl?
Thank you
T appears for the first time : Cheap and Cheerful by The Kills
T checks her MySpace page: My Bubble Gum by Rasheeda
I love this show! I think people were expecting a rip-roaring comedy, but it goes for a different kind of funny, and it gets there by being real and honest. Toni Collette is fantastic in these roles. As someone who’s lived with a serious mental disorder, I can really appreciate how they combine real life with something as devastating as a disorder where someone isn’t “themselves” half the time. Compassion and humor are definitely key. USoT FTW!
what is the song that closes episode 5?
Fine is Fine by Peasant I think
no it’s the song,
do you guys know the instrumental
song at the end?
appreciate it
Does anyone know the instrumental song that comes out towards the end of the 2nd episode? I used to know what it was called but I can’t remember, someone please help!
does anyone know what the song is at the end of episode 12 of season 1?
Love of the Loveless by Eels
2º season, please!
2nd season! i need to know the songs from that one, thanksss!
What are the songs used for podcasts… you know where you meet her alters T, Buck and Alice? and what are the songs from the Trailer for Season 1
Does anyone know the music during episode 3, when Tara is getting ready for Max the lyrics I caught are, “…I’ve been waiting in the corner, I’ve been speaking down the hallway, I’ve been taking precautions to get my share of ____ in the world…” it’s a female singer…
i was wanting to know what the very last song of the last season after the wedding was canceled and tara and max and the kids were dancing in the back yard was called and by who.
Great post! Love this show!
I am so glad I found more fans of Tara.
Would someone please, please know the last song at season 2 fourth episode?
Something with it’s psychological…….
Thank you
From Spain a must say… thank you! This songs are a lot for me! … and sorry for may english! Bye!
Hi, I just wanted to say thanks for the list of songs. I love the show and the soundtrack that goes with it! I knew some of the artists and songs but you filled in quite a few gaps for me. Thanks so much!
hey do you have the soundtrack for season 2?
What is the song that closes season 2?
Anyone know how to find the song during the final scenes of this season’s 5th episode “How’d you get the devil to dance…” last scene with Moosh doing the caricature movie… Max and Tara kissing next to the bon fire at the college??
I’ve been looking all day… can’t find anything!
Anyone know the song at the end of Season 3 Episode 9? I’ve been looking online and can’t find anything anywhere?!
Ive been looking everywhere too! But i think it’s this..http://downloads.whoisjonblack.com/track/up-from-the-ground-demo
Hope that helps
Hi! Im dying to know the song from Season 2 Episode 11 (to have and to hold) the one thats before the closing credits that plays over Kate and Marshall talking… IM DYING TO KNOW! please
I think it’s Lisa Mitchell, Neapolitan Dreams from her album Wonder.
Hey thanks so much for taking the time, I agree second season…I went to itunes and made my own soundtrack!!!
Does anyone have a collection/listing for the third season? There’s a lot of great music, and it’s a shame that I can’t seem to find a listing of sorts