Andrew Bird debuted an original song, “Need Someone,” during the sixth episode of the second season of the television series “The Pitt,” which aired on Sunday, March 1, 2026. The song was written specifically for the character Louie, according to reports.
The inclusion of original music in “The Pitt” is part of a broader trend of curated soundtracks gaining attention for their artistic merit and contribution to the indicate’s atmosphere. NME recently published a comprehensive list of all songs featured in the second season, highlighting the show’s commitment to musical integration.
Elsewhere in the television landscape, Jason Segel’s cover of Kate Bush’s “Nightswimming,” featured in the Apple TV+ series “Shrinking,” has also garnered significant attention from viewers and critics, with some listeners expressing a strong preference for repeated plays of the track, as noted by Decider.
In the world of anime, Maaya Uchida is set to release the ending theme song for the second season of “Chained Soldier” in March 2026, according to Crunchyroll. This release coincides with the timeframe of the “The Pitt” season two airing and the renewed interest in television soundtracks.
