Bringing Down the House (soundtrack)

The Bringing Down the House (soundtrack) is the soundtrack album to the 2003 comedy film of the same name, starring Steve Martin and Queen Latifah. Released in March 2003, the soundtrack primarily features hip-hop, R&B, and pop songs that complement the film's comedic and lighthearted themes.

The album includes tracks from various artists, both established and emerging at the time. The music aims to reflect the cultural clashes and humorous situations depicted in the movie, as well as providing a contemporary urban soundscape.

Notable artists featured on the soundtrack include Lil' Kim, Macy Gray, and Earth, Wind & Fire. The soundtrack also aimed to showcase newer artists and emerging talent within the hip-hop and R&B genres.

While not a critical darling, the soundtrack served as a commercial product intended to capitalize on the film's popularity and appeal to a broad audience. It generally received moderate attention upon release, primarily due to its association with the successful film. It is considered a tie-in product, and its success was largely dependent on the film's box office performance.