Maid (2021) Soundtrack Guide
In the 2021 Netflix limited series Maid, a young mother named Alex flees an abusive relationship and turns to housecleaning to provide a better life for her daughter. Set against the backdrop of a broken social assistance system and the grueling reality of poverty, the story follows her resilient journey as she navigates homelessness and complex family dynamics while discovering her own voice as a writer.
Maid soundtrack includes a selection of tracks from Sharon Van Etten, Wolf Alice, Elle King, Salt-N-Pepa and others, along with an original score by Chris Stracey and Este Haim. This guide provides the complete list of soundtrack songs along with details on the composers and music supervisors involved in the 2021 Netflix production. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the series section.
Based on Stephanie Land's memoir, the story follows Alex (Margaret Qualley), a young mother who leaves an abusive relationship and finds work cleaning houses to provide for her daughter. The plot focuses on her struggle with poverty and the complexities of the social welfare system as she attempts to establish a stable life. The musical score and indie-focused tunes throughout the ten episodes reflect the character's internal state and the specific challenges of her situation. These background tracks and acoustic songs emphasize the setting and the emotional developments in the story.
Episode 1: Dollar Store (Sep 30, 2021)
Fleeing in the night with Maddy, Alex seeks help from social services and lands a job with Value Maids, only to find her problems are just beginning.
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STARGAZING
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Seventeen
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Episode 2: Ponies (Sep 30, 2021)
After a long night on the floor of a ferry terminal with Maddy, Alex finds shelter, but custody issues and an unhappy client push her to the edge.
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Ain't No Man
The Avett Brothers
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Down the Line
Night Shop
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The Girl from Ipanema
Antonio Carlos Jobim
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Like a Woman Should
Hayley Mary
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Episode 3: Sea Glass (Sep 30, 2021)
While navigating the complex government assistance system, Alex wrangles with Sean over Maddy's care and tackles a cleaning job that nearly breaks her.
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Always Forever
Aquilo
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Show Me Some Affection
Dave Mason
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Bam Bam
Sister Nancy
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Bringin' It Home
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Episode 4: Cashmere (Sep 30, 2021)
Cleaning Regina's gorgeous house on Thanksgiving, Alex imagines what it would be like to live in such luxury before taking the fantasy a step further.
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I've Got Plenty To Be Thankful For
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Up From A Dream
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Something Like Summer
Caveboy
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Way It Goes
Hippo Campus
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Episode 5: Thief (Sep 30, 2021)
A job cleaning out the childhood home of a notorious local thief triggers memories for Alex, who also discovers what's causing Maddy's worrying cough.
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Full Circle
Half Moon Run
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I Wrote in Blood
Still Corners
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Forgiveness (feat. Mike Clark - Suicidal Tendencies)
SiX
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The Let Go
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Episode 6: M (Sep 30, 2021)
Determined to send Maddy to a better preschool, Alex desperately searches for a new place to live, a process complicated by her government benefits.
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Don't Stop Me Now
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Now I'm In It
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Dawn Chorus
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Supalonely (Lownely)
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As a Child
Michael Gaughan
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Episode 7: String Cheese (Sep 30, 2021)
Alex writes about her clients, including a couple living separate lives, as she juggles her tricky housing situation and Paula's fragile mental state.
Episode 8: Bear Hunt (Sep 30, 2021)
Amid a crushing series of setbacks, Alex explores the possibility of college while dealing with Paula's health crisis and offering Regina a helping hand.
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Break Free
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Now I'm In It
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Like This, Anymore
Elijah Wolf
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The Last Man On Earth
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Episode 9: Sky Blue (Sep 30, 2021)
Back at square one, Alex reaches out for a safe harbor and legal lifeline, realizing how much of herself she's lost along the way.
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Leave Like That (feat. Jenn Champion)
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Oranges on the Ground
Loud Sun
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Peace Signs
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Serpents
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Episode 10: Snaps (Sep 30, 2021)
Gaining strength and support from a creative writing therapy group, Alex fights for her future by facing off with Sean over custody of Maddy.
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We Get By
Mavis Staples , Ben Harper
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Hello Hello Hello
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Created by Molly Smith Metzler, the series features a cast including Andie MacDowell and Nick Robinson, highlighting the family dynamics and social obstacles mentioned in the script. The soundtrack integrates several popular tracks and classic songs, such as "Shoop" by Salt-N-Pepa to support the show's tone. These musical selections and melodic tunes, including pieces by Sharon Van Etten and Wolf Alice, are utilized to enhance the atmosphere of the project. These instrumental pieces and vocal tracks underscore the progression of the leads in this 2021 release.
Main Cast
- Margaret Qualley Alex Russell
- Nick Robinson Sean Boyd
- Andie MacDowell Paula Langley
- Rylea Nevaeh Whittet Maddy Boyd
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Maid?
The score for Maid was composed by Christopher Stracey, Este Haim.
How many songs are in the soundtrack for Maid?
There are 40 songs featured in the soundtrack for Maid. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.
What are the genres of Maid?
The main genres for Maid include Drama.
How many seasons does Maid have?
The TV show Maid currently has 1 season.