The following contains major spoilers for 2025’s My Oxford Year.My Oxford Year is the most recent big romantic drama on Netflix, and the new film boasts a strong soundtrack. With some songs playing into the story of the movie, and others being used as textural elements in the background, this Sofia Carson movie uses music in thoughtful and creative ways to make the whole experience better.

The film is emotional and painful, telling the story of Anna and Jamie’s whirlwind romance. My Oxford Year changes the ending of the book on which it is based in some ways, but the heart of the material remains. As the two characters draw closer to one another through its runtime, they realize how little time they have left together.

Drawing from a strong script, the best quotes from My Oxford Year set a great stage for this gripping, raw, and emotional story. Underneath that, however, there are a fair number of great songs that play. Most of these have been pulled from existing hits, and they contribute well to the context of each scene they appear in.

When Every Song On The My Oxford Year Soundtrack Plays In The Movie

“Make It Happen” by Laura Welsh: This song plays near the beginning of the film. As Anna makes her way to Oxford, and begins to tour the campus by herself, these excellent moments are punctuated by the driving digital beats of this original song by Laura Welsh. Narration plays over the track as Anna discovers Oxford.

“Helicopter” by Bloc Party: As Anna sits alone at home reading poetry, her friends decide that she must accompany them to the pub. This hit Bloc Party track sets the raucous and exciting tone, playing in the background as they have their first beer.

“Oscar Wilde” by Marchelle Bradanini: This country song plays under the conversations as Anna spends time in her first pub. Unfortunately, things do not go well, as confrontation occurs with the character of Ian. Meanwhile, this song adds an authentic folksy texture to the ambiance.

“…Baby One More Time” by My Oxford Year‘s cast: This grating cover of Britney Spears plays while Jamie and Anna talk. Set in a karaoke bar as the two first begin to connect, this horrible performance draws criticism from Jamie, which provokes Anna to sign him up to sing next.

“Yellow” by Corey Mylchreest: Jamie takes to the stage to sing this sweet Coldplay ballad, and he does a poor job with it. Even the encouraging room fails to remain so as he reaches for the high notes and fails. Another painful rendition, this song helps to draw Jamie and Anna together.

“Say Something (Zac Samuel Remix)” by Karen Harding: With Charlie dressed up as Anthony Bridgerton, and Anna as Wonder Woman, the two go to an exciting party. This driving beat plays beneath it all, adding a sweaty and energetic current to the event.

“Back on 74” by Jungle: When speaking about how poorly England seems to approach Halloween, this song plays in the background. Anna fails to connect with Ridley as he talks about Wonder Woman’s invisible plane, but she spends time with him anyway.

“Yo X Ti, Tu X Mi” by Rosalia, Ozuna: At the same Halloween party, Jamie arrives with Cecelia, and Anna needs to get away. She drags Ridley to the dance floor, and the two dance and sway to this song together. They have little chemistry, but the song is important in setting the tone.

“A Moment in the Sun” by Sunflower Bean: Following a rough conversation with Cecelia, Anna bonds with her friends, telling them about how her plan with Jamie is just to “have fun.” Anna attempts to justify this before a montage plays, showing her and Jamie falling in love, in class and outside of it.

“She’s Gone, Dance On” by Disclosure: Anna attends the boating races at Oxford, and this driving dance song plays beneath it. Here, as the fun music plays, she receives a text from Jamie to let her know he is not coming. This makes her suspicious and sends her to discover Jamie’s secret.

“Something About Your Love” by SG Lewis: Anna and Jamie walk into the ball after she meets Jamie’s parents, where this song is playing. As Tom sees Maggie in a dress, he discovers what he has been missing from seeing her all this time.

“Sing It Back” by Deja: This jazzy song plays at the same event as Maggie dances and Anna looks around the building. She gets into a conversation with Jamie’s father, which leads to a stronger connection between them.

“Everybody Dance” by Deja: Deja sings on stage as Anna approaches Jamie. She goes to talk to him about his experience and how much she wants him to try to stay alive. This is a difficult and emotional moment, and the song makes for an apt mismatch from the moment.

“Illusion” by Dua Lipa: Anna and Cecelia talk about Jamie, and this hit song plays in the background. Cecelia still struggles with Eddie’s death, and laments here about how she is unable to get past it, conceding that she will likely be a spinster for the rest of her life.

“Can’t Get You Out Of My Head” by Kylie Minogue: Much of the film’s music plays during this scene, but this song changes the tone, making things more hopeful as Anna sees Tom and Maggie jumping around the floor. She and Jamie go to join them, and the groups swirl together in a fun sequence.

“Rush” by Troye Sivan: The scene moves along quickly into this song, setting up a fun moment that sees everyone having a great time. With the tense pressure of the preceding sequence, this song offers everyone a moment of respite.

“Kaleidoscope” by Chappell Roan: As they contend with the difficulties ahead, this song draws parallels with Jamie and Anna’s circumstances, insisting how “everything is fine” even though it is not. Jamie and Anna draw close together with the realization that there is only so much time left for them to share.

“All My Love” by Coldplay: This emotional Coldplay song plays over the credits of the film. After Anna has gone through so much in her relationship with Jamie, the song does a perfect job of closing out the film, playing emotional lyrics over a strong backing largely built around piano.

Where To Listen To My Oxford Year’s Soundtrack

My Oxford Year has not received a full release for its soundtrack, but various tracks from the film are available as singles on all major streaming services, including Spotify and Amazon Music. The film’s score, however, written by Isabella Summers of Florence + the Machine fame, is currently available as an album on those same streamers.

Tracks written specifically for the film, including “Make it Happen” by Laura Welsh, are available in individual tracks on those same streaming services. The rest of the film’s soundtrack is made up of songs that are otherwise available on individual releases, although some users have shared My Oxford Year playlists that put all of them together.

The soundtrack for My Oxford Year goes a long way in creating a cohesive experience for the film. Filled with great songs by great artists, the music helps to punctuate some of the best and most effective parts of the story. Understanding how and where these songs come in helps to make the movie that much better.