Noah Kahan Talks Landing Lead Single For ‘Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ Soundtrack: ‘You’re Not Coming to Me For Heartwarming’
The folk-pop star scored the soundtrack’s lead single with “Draw You Out.”
Noah Kahan has landed the lead single for the soundtrack of the upcoming film "Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping." Known for his folk-pop sound, Kahan's new single "Draw You Out" arrives on October 2nd, with the soundtrack dropping on November 13th, one week prior to the film's release on November 20th. Kahan joked about joining a long list of high-profile artists who have recorded lead singles for Hunger Games soundtracks, including Taylor Swift, Lorde, Coldplay, and Olivia Rodrigo.
The musician expressed gratitude for the opportunity and acknowledged the responsibility that comes with it, noting the need to honor the work of Suzanne Collins and the trust of the director. Kahan's songwriting process for "Draw You Out" was deeply personal, as he aimed to capture elements of his own experiences and the character of Haymitch Abernathy, who is 16 years old in this prequel.
He emphasized the importance of balancing the sadness and hope in the song while staying true to the character. The track is Kahan's first new music since his No. 1 Billboard 200 album "The Great Divide" and its deluxe edition "The Last of the Bugs." Kahan co-wrote and co-produced the song with album collaborator Aaron Dessner. While the song is not particularly heartwarming, Kahan clarified that there is a hint of hope in it, and it indeed carries a powerful beat.
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