Shiloh Godson Gives Netflix’s ‘Ordinary People’ Its Eerie Pulse
Godson’s score gives ‘Ordinary People’ more than a soundtrack, creating atmosphere, deepening characterisation and heightening suspense, revelation, tension, action and loss. Sunday Okobi writes There are sounds. There are movie sounds. And
Shiloh Godson’s score for Netflix’s "Ordinary People" series elicits an eerie and gripping atmosphere, said Sunday Okobi. The 2026 Nollywood whodunit, directed by Moses Inwang, features a star-studded cast, including Ramsey Nouah, Adunni Ade, Jackie Appiah, and Uche Montana. Composer Godson's original score, blending modern electronic and traditional elements, heightens suspense and tension throughout the eight episodes.
Rather than using piercing sounds, Godson balances symphonic arrangements, slow strings, high-energy chaos, and strategically placed sound effects to build anxiety and suspense.
The music mirrors the character Tornado's (played by Ramsey Nouah) complex nature, from his composed exterior to his cold-blooded actions. When Tornado reveals himself to his victim, a low, swelling bass motif suggests control and calculation, while surrounding voices hint at concealed layers. The score also associates Emilia (played by Sharon Ooja) with a different musical energy, showcasing her impulsive nature through sharp, forceful hits that evoke danger and hysteria.
The series' sound design is meticulously crafted, particularly during crime scenes. The music heightens tension during gun battles and heightens the atmosphere without resorting to exaggerated effects. Through rising beats and controlled shifts in tone, Godson transforms choral voices into an unsettling atmosphere that bridges the sacred and the sinister. Ultimately, Godson's musical choices amplify the characters' motives and the consequences of their actions, making "Ordinary People" a compelling crime drama.
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