The following are the list of soundtracks for the animated television series Steven Universe created by Rebecca Sugar for Cartoon Network. Sugar also wrote the songs and musical numbers for the series, which are produced by the musician duo Aivi & Surasshu and jointly composed the title and ending themes for the series. The original soundtrack for the series, featuring a collection of songs were released in two volumes: Vol.1, featuring the musical numbers from the first four seasons, were released on June 2, 2017[1] [2] and Vol. 2, featuring songs from the fifth season, released on April 12, 2019. The original soundtrack for Steven Universe: The Movie was released in September 1, 2019. The original score from each seasons in the series were released into separate albums during MaySeptember 2020. The original soundtrack from the sequel series, Steven Universe Future, was released on October 23, 2020. Both the soundtracks and score albums were released by Turner Music Publishing, Cartoon Network, and WaterTower Music.
| Steven Universe, Vol. 1 (Original Soundtrack) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Various artists |
| Cover: | Steven Universe, Vol. 1 (Original Soundtrack) cover.jpg |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe, Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack) |
| Next Year: | 2019 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
The soundtrack to Steven Universe was announced on April 12, 2017 with the first volume being set for release on a later date.[3] In a Facebook live event hosted by Cartoon Network, the duo Aivi & Surasshu, performed few songs from the series and announced the release of the soundtrack for the first volume, Steven Universe, Vol. 1 (Original Soundtrack) on June 2.[4] [5] [6]
A review from the Geekiary magazine, stated "Since its inception, music has been at the core of Steven Universe. Built on a background of musical theater, with leitmotifs and fusion dances written into the very fabric of the show’s lore and mythology, the show has delighted viewers with its wonderful music. Steven Universe Soundtrack Volume 1 is a collection of practically every single song from the show’s first four seasons, and is a must have for any dedicated fan."[7] Epicstream commented the musical songs, "a treat for any lover of musical cartoons" and praised the technical production and background music.[8] Player One magazine wrote "Steven Universe’s music has a combination of easy listening and boppy sci-fi touches that make it really pleasant to listen to".[9]
Forces of Geek wrote the soundtrack "excels on all levels".[10] David King of Bubble Blabber wrote "Next to the more modern animated shows such as Adventure Time, Star Vs the Forces of Evil, Gravity Falls, Legend of Korra and RWBY, Steven Universe has always been on-par with those shows in terms of quality & emotional writing and the combined efforts of Rebecca’s writing and the voice cast’s musical talents further excels as this Vol.1 soundtrack captures the most memorable & iconic tunes of the past four seasons."[11]
| Peak position | |
| Belgian Albums (Ultratop Flanders)[12] | 174 |
|---|---|
| UK Compilation Albums (OCC)[13] | 56 |
| UK Album Downloads (OCC)[14] | 28 |
| UK Soundtrack Albums (OCC)[15] | 9 |
| Peak position | ||
| US Soundtrack Albums (Billboard)[16] | 23 |
|---|
In March 2018, a vinyl edition of the soundtrack was published by Iam8bit production company, that featured all the songs from the four seasons, into separate vinyl editions of the release.[17] [18] The set has four discs of 10 inch, with different colors, representing the titular character and the Crystal Gems (Garnet, Amethyst, Pearl) and center labels packed in a gatefold jacket. The edition also featured a special poster and artwork designed and illustrated by Chromosphere. The vinyl edition was released on March 9, 2018.
| Steven Universe, Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Various artists |
| Cover: | Steven Universe, Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack) cover.jpg |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe, Vol. 1 (Original Soundtrack) |
| Prev Year: | 2017 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe (Karaoke Edition) |
| Next Year: | 2019 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
The track list of Steven Universe, Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack) was released on April 9, 2019, with the official soundtrack releasing three days later.[19] [20]
| Peak position | ||
| US Kid Albums (Billboard)[21] | 14 |
|---|
| Steven Universe (Karaoke) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Various artists |
| Cover: | Steven Universe (Karaoke) cover.jpg |
| Genre: | Karaoke |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe, Vol. 1 (Original Soundtrack) |
| Prev Year: | 2017 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe The Movie (Original Soundtrack) |
| Next Year: | 2019 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
Steven Universe (Karaoke), an album featuring the karaoke version of the songs featured in the series, was released along with the Vol. 2 soundtrack on April 12, 2019.
See main article: Steven Universe: The Movie (soundtrack).
| Steven Universe: The Movie (Original Soundtrack) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Various artists |
| Length: | 1:08:26 |
| Label: | WaterTower Music |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe (Karaoke) |
| Prev Year: | 2019 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe: Season 1 (Original Score) |
| Next Year: | 2020 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
The soundtrack was released on September 1, 2019, ahead of the film's television premiere. Different from the first two albums, the movie soundtrack also includes the original film score composed by Aivi & Surasshu, who also worked on the original series. A deluxe edition of the album (featuring demo versions of a few songs) was released on November 15, and both editions were also released on vinyl.
| Steven Universe Future (Original Soundtrack) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Various artists |
| Cover: | Steven Universe Future (Original Soundtrack) cover.jpg |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe: Season 5 (Original Television Score) |
| Prev Year: | 2020 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
The soundtrack to the sequel series Steven Universe Future was released on October 23, 2020.[22]
The original score for all the five seasons were released individually for each season on May 29, June 26, July 31, August 28 and September 25, 2020, respectively.[23] [24] [25] [26] [27]
| Steven Universe: Season 1 (Original Television Score) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Cover: | Steven Universe, Season 1 (Original Television Score) cover.jpeg |
| Recorded: | 20132019 |
| Producer: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe The Movie (Original Soundtrack) |
| Prev Year: | 2019 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe: Season 2 (Original Television Score) |
| Next Year: | 2020 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
| Steven Universe: Season 2 (Original Television Score) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Cover: | Steven Universe, Season 2 (Original Television Score) cover.jpeg |
| Recorded: | 20132019 |
| Producer: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe: Season 1 (Original Television Score) |
| Prev Year: | 2020 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe: Season 3 (Original Television Score) |
| Next Year: | 2020 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
| Steven Universe: Season 3 (Original Television Score) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Cover: | Steven Universe, Season 3 (Original Television Score) cover.jpeg |
| Recorded: | 20132019 |
| Producer: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe: Season 2 (Original Television Score) |
| Prev Year: | 2020 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe: Season 4 (Original Television Score) |
| Next Year: | 2020 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
| Steven Universe: Season 4 (Original Television Score) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Cover: | Steven Universe, Season 4 (Original Television Score) cover.jpeg |
| Recorded: | 20132019 |
| Producer: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe: Season 3 (Original Television Score) |
| Prev Year: | 2020 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe: Season 5 (Original Television Score) |
| Next Year: | 2020 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |
| Steven Universe: Season 5 (Original Television Score) | |
| Type: | soundtrack |
| Artist: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Cover: | Steven Universe, Season 5 (Original Television Score) cover.jpeg |
| Recorded: | 20132019 |
| Producer: | Aivi & Surasshu |
| Prev Title: | Steven Universe: Season 4 (Original Television Score) |
| Prev Year: | 2020 |
| Next Title: | Steven Universe Future (Original Soundtrack) |
| Next Year: | 2020 |
| Chronology: | Steven Universe soundtracks |
| Italic Title: | no |