Scarlett Johansson is primarily known as an actor, but she also sings in the Sing movies as the character Ash. In the Sing series, her songs include versions of tracks made famous by other artists, plus an original song penned for the film. This article confirms which songs she performs on-screen, the soundtrack details, and what audiences actually hear from her vocal work, while noting where her recordings overlap with the fictional band concept in the movies.
Which songs Scarlett Johansson sings in Sing
In the Sing films, Johansson voices Ash, a teenage punk-rocker porcupine who performs with a band led by Buster Moon. Her songs in the movies include covers and an original track written for the film. Below are the main songs associated with Ash in the Sing franchise and their status as performed or heard in the movies.
Cover songs performed by Ash (Johansson) in the movies
Ash performs several notable covers during the course of the Sing films. These are interpretations of well-known tracks rather than new original compositions by Johansson. The details are summarized in the table below.
| Song | Original artist | Movie appearance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| "I'm Still Standing" | Elton John | Sing (2016) | Ash performs this with her band at a competition; vocal arrangement adapted for the film. |
| "Call Me Maybe" | Carly Rae Jepsen | Sing (2021) | Performed by Ash in the arena sequence in Sing 2. |
| "Set It All Free" | Written for Sing | Sing (2016) | Original song written for the film and performed by Ash during the finale. |
Original song written for Sing
Scarlett Johansson performs the original song "Set It All Free", which was written specifically for the first Sing film. It plays during the climactic scene and is included on the official soundtrack. The track showcases Ash's character arc and is one of the few pieces composed for the movie rather than selected from existing recordings.
Scarlett Johansson soundtrack releases related to Sing
Johansson's vocal work for the Sing movies appears on multiple official soundtracks tied to the films. The primary releases are the Sing (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) and Sing (Original Motion Picture Score), plus the Sing 2 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). Some songs performed by Ash appear as bonus tracks or alternate versions on these albums. Streaming platforms list these under Johansson's associated recordings, though she has not issued them as standalone singles.
Notable details about her recordings
- Most of the songs Ash sings in-movie are covers; the original "Set It All Free" was composed for the film.
- Johansson performs the vocals for Ash, but the musical arrangements are handled by the films' composers and music supervisors.
- She does not maintain a solo music catalog including these tracks; they remain tied to the franchise and its promotional releases.
Other music appearances by Scarlett Johansson
Outside the Sing films, Johansson has contributed vocals to soundtracks and collaborated with musicians. These are distinct from her work as Ash and are not part of the fictional band in the movies. Below is a summary of selected non-Sing music credits for context.
| Release | Year | Context | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Summertime" (with Chris Cornell) | 2008 | Soundtrack for the film Another B-list Movie Star | Soundtrack vocal |
| "Before the Crash" | 2009 | Soundtrack for the film We Bought a Zoo | Soundtrack vocal |
| Voice role in The Jungle Book (song "Trust in Me") | 2016 | Contribution to a Disney live-action remake soundtrack | Vocals (character Kaa) |
How to identify her songs in a playlist or live setting
If you are trying to find tracks sung by Scarlett Johansson, focus on the Sing soundtracks and her non-singing music credits. Her work in Sing centers on covers and one original; outside that franchise, she has contributed vocals sparingly and usually as part of a film soundtrack rather than as a solo artist. Streaming searches for "Scarlett Johansson Sing songs" will bring up the movie tracks, while broader searches may surface her feature film appearances and one-off collaborations.
Quick reference: key songs and years
| Song | Year | Movie | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Set It All Free" | 2016 | Sing | Original |
| "I'm Still Standing" | 2016 | Sing | Cover |
| "Call Me Maybe" | 2021 | Sing 2 | Cover |
| "Summertime" | 2008 | Another B-list Movie Star | Soundtrack vocal |
| "Before the Crash" | 2011 | We Bought a Zoo | Soundtrack vocal |
Behind the scenes: voice work vs. singing role
Within the Sing films, Johansson provides both the speaking voice and the singing voice for Ash. The musical arrangements are produced by the film’s composers to match her vocal range, meaning the versions you hear on the soundtrack reflect the tailored production for her performance. This differs from some cast members whose songs are performed by separate singers or heavily processed. For viewers, the on-screen performance and the recorded soundtrack are one and same for her character.
How to interpret credits and streaming listings
On streaming platforms and soundtrack listings, tracks from the Sing albums may appear under the movie title, under the fictional band name, or sometimes with Johansson’s name attached depending on the service. The safest way to identify her contributions is to look for the movie title, the character Ash, or the keywords "Set It All Free" and the covers she performs. Her non-singing film credits should not be confused with vocal appearances.
Wrap-up
Scarlett Johansson sings in the Sing movies as the character Ash, performing a mix of covers and one original song written for the film. The most prominent songs she performs include "Set It All Free", "I'm Still Standing", and "Call Me Maybe" in the sequel. These recordings appear on the official soundtracks for the movies and are tied specifically to her character, rather than to a solo music career.