*This article contains all of the songs featured in season one of Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette from episodes one through episode four. It will be updated weekly as new episodes are released.
Ryan Murphy’s highly anticipated limited series Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette charts the whirlwind courtship and marriage of one of the most iconic couples of the 20th century, John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette. The Love Story anthology premiered on FX and Hulu on February 12, 2026 and is captivating audiences with the tale of a sweeping political romance.
The nine-episode limited series, which was inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s book Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, follows John F. Kennedy Jr. (Paul Anthony Kelly) — President John F. Kennedy and first lady Jackie Kennedy’s son — and rising Calvin Klein associate Carolyn Bessette (Sarah Pidgeon) as their love story unfolds under the constant scrutiny from both the media and his powerful family.
Murphy’s Love Story anthology is based on true events, some parts were changed, dramatized or left out to make it more interesting for viewers… However, the series has undoubtedly nailed the set design, fashion, and especially, the music of the era. In fact, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette has made music an integral part of its storytelling, elevating emotional moments with the perfect musical backdrop and a soundtrack that is capturing the ears and hearts of countless viewers.
Did something catch your ear, leaving you trying to track down a ’90s banger that you heard in a specific episode? Read on the for the full list of every song that was featured on every episode of Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette.
Episode 1: “Pilot”
(Released: February 12, 2026)
The pressure of the Kennedy name weighs on John. Carolyn impresses at Calvin Klein. An unlikely connection forms at a charity event.
Songs featured in “Pilot”:
- “Kiss Me” by Sixpence None The Richer
- “Loaded” by Primal Scream
- “Crazy” by Seal
- “Life’s What You Make It” by Talk Talk
- “I Touch Myself” by Divinyls
- “Weather With You” by Crowded House
- “So What’cha Want” by Beastie Boys
- ‘Il segreto di Susanna” (“Susanna’s Secret”) by Academy of St Martin in the Fields and Sir Neville Marriner
- “Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Allegro vivace” by Berlin Philharmonic, Claudio Abbado and Murray Perahia
- “Blood of Eden” by Peter Gabriel
- “This Woman’s Work” by Kate Bush
- “Free Your Mind” by En Vogue
- “We Got A Love Thang” by CeCe Peniston
- “Heaven or Las Vegas” by Cocteau Twins
- “Total Control” by The Motels
- “It Ain’t Over ’til It’s Over” by Lenny Kravitz
- “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover” by Sophie B. Hawkins
- “Set Adrift on Memory Bliss” by P.M. Dawn
Episode 2: “The Pools Party”
(Released: February 12, 2026)
John juggles his mother’s waning health, his strained relationship with Daryl and his newfound feelings for Carolyn.
Songs featured in “The Pools Party”:
- “My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It)” by En Vogue
- “Cannonball” by The Breeders
- “Human Behaviour” by Björk
- “Blue Light” by Mazzy Star
- “I Wanna Be Adored” by The Stone Roses
- “Together We’re Alone” by Einstein’s Sister
- “Lullaby” by Low
- “Come Undone” by Duran Duran
Episode 3: “America’s Widow”
(Released: February 12, 2026)
After a family tragedy, John seeks comfort from Carolyn.
Songs featured in “America’s Widow”:
- “No Rain” by Blind Melon
- “Solitude” by Ella Fitzgerald
- “Finale Ultimo” by Richard Burton and Camelot Ensemble
- “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star
- “Be Not Depart From Me” by Jung Jae II, Budapest Scoring Orchestra and Jung Eun Hye
- “10.1” by Jung Jae II, Budapest Scoring Orchestra and Jung Eun Hye
- “Glory, Glory Hallelujah” by Bishop G.E. Patterson
- “Roads” by Portishead
Episode 4: “I Love You”
(Released: February 19, 2026)
Carolyn struggles to assimilate into John’s world. John discovers a secret.
Songs featured in “I Love You”:
- “Secret” by Madonna
- “Secrets” by Fran Lucci
- “Connected” by Stereo MC’s
- “No Ordinary Love” by Sade
- “Keep On Movin’” (feat. Caron Wheeler) by Soul II Soul
- “Silver” by Harvey
- “Awakening” by Dan Crisci, Sue Williams, Nick Scheuble and Rick Savage
- “You Wreck Me” by Tom Petty
- “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” by Jeff Buckley
- “Linger” The Craberries
Episode 5: “Battery Park”
(Released: February 26, 2026)
John asks an important question. Carolyn and John publicly feud.
Check back tomorrow for all of the songs featured in “Battery Park”:
*This article will be updated every Friday to include all of the songs featured in the episode of Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette airing the previous night.
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