The fourth instalment in the Despicable Me franchise has landed - and, much like its predecessors, the new film boasts an epic soundtrack.

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The film sees Steve Carell take on the role of Gru once more, as he works with his family to take on an evil criminal known as Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) when he escapes from jail.

The action is accompanied by music from a wide range of genres, including tracks from musician Pharrell Williams and pop hits from Elton John and Dua Lipa, BTS, Pitbull and more, as well as a handful of songs performed by Carell's Gru and Le Mal's Ferrell.

Read on for a list of all the songs on the soundtrack of Despicable Me 4.

Despicable Me 4 soundtrack: All the songs in the film

Despicable Me 4 features a host of pop songs, ranging from Elton John and Dua Lipa's Cold Heart remix and Double Life by Pharrell Williams.

The full list of songs in the film is as follows:

Double Life - Pharrell Williams

The first song that plays on the soundtrack. It plays during the opening credits as Gru speeds to the villains' reunion.

Word Up! - Cameo

As Gru and the minions walk into the villains' reunion.

Despicable Me - Pharrell Williams

After Maxime Le Mal threatens Gru following his arrest.

Hot for Teacher - Van Halen

When the minions are cleaning up after Gru Jr.

BOOMBAYAH - BLACKPINK

As Gru and his family drive to their safe house.

Freedom - Pitbull

As Maxime Le Mal walks into his lair after escaping prison.

Hot For Teacher - Van Halen

As the minions strap Gru Jr into his car seat.

Several Minions from Despicable Me 4 stood in a room, wearing suits and smiling.
Despicable Me 4. Universal

I'm Too Sexy - Right Said Fred

As Perry drives Poppy to school.

Cold Heart (Pnau Remix) - Elton John and Dua Lipa

As Lucy is being introduced to her new client, Melora.

Dynamite - BTS

The song that plays in the background as Lucy cuts Melora's hair.

Gonna Die Alone - Hanni El Khatib

As Lucy and the girls run away from Melora.

Karma Chameleon - Culture Club

The song that Gru sings during a talent show that he and Maxine Le Mal both competed in when they were kids.

Through the Fire and Flames - DragonForce

As Poppy and her cat dance.

None of Your Business - Teezo Touchdown

During Edith, Margo and Agnes's play date.

Lil Mega Minion - Lil Yachty

Unbelievable - EMF

Main Title (Terminator 2 Theme) - Brad Fiedel

Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Tears For Fears

The last song on the soundtrack that plays during the prison karaoke.

Who composed the soundtrack for Despicable Me 4?

The film’s score has been composed by Heitor Pereira, who has created the music for every film in the Despicable Me franchise so far.

Pereira’s other credits include The Smurfs and 2006’s Curious George, as well as Beverly Hills Chihuahua and Please Stand By.

Despicable Me 4 is out now in UK cinemas.

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Molly MossTrends Writer

Molly Moss is a Trends Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest trends across TV, film and more. She has an MA in Newspaper Journalism and has previously written for publications including The Guardian, The Times and The Sun Online.

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