BBC Sherlock Fan Forum - Serving Sherlockians since February 2012 / Sherlock Songs

**Posted by Davina** July 12, 2012 8:44 pm

Something else to keep us going during the hiatus. What about suitable songs/pieces of music for characters in Sherlock. We have a couple that are actually used in the series which I'll put here just to start us off...

Jim Moriarty- Sinner Man by Nina Simone
Jim Moriarty- The Thieving Magpie by Rossini

**Posted by Molly Hooper** July 12, 2012 9:06 pm

Molly Hooper- Count on me by Bruno Mars (such a cute song!)

**Posted by Davina** July 12, 2012 9:07 pm

I love Bruno Mars. What a good choice Molly.

Just thinking...I guess we must add
Jim Moriarty - Staying Alive by The Bee Gees

Last edited by Davina (July 12, 2012 9:10 pm)

**Posted by sherlockskitty** July 12, 2012 11:49 pm

How about--for Mrs. Hudson--

Looking For Love (in all the wrong places) recorded by Johhny Lee

**Posted by carrot** July 13, 2012 1:15 am

What about

Killer Queen (by QUEEN) for Irene Adler?

**Posted by sherlockskitty** July 13, 2012 3:18 am

how about Let it Be (The Beatles) for John, when he meets up with Sherlock after his fake fall?

**Posted by Sammy** July 13, 2012 9:12 pm

This is a nice thing. Cause this is one of the things I think about during the day.
I guess my suggestions might be a bit too... Johnlock-y.

For some reason quite famous among Sherlockians is the song "Woke up new" by The Mountain Goats, reflecting John's situation after the fall. It's a very beautiful song.

Very apt is "SAIL" by Awolnation for Moriarty. The whole song has this kinda sick (in a good way!) feeling to it, it fits perfectly...

For some reason I also always connect "Streets of Philadelphia" by Bruce Springsteen to John Watson. Except for the whole Philadelphia part, of course, that should be exchanged with "London". But it could be either post-Afghanistan John Watson or post-Reichenbach John Watson.
"I was bruised and battered, I couldn't tell what I felt... I was unrecognizable to myself..."

**Posted by Molly Hooper** July 13, 2012 9:29 pm

Another great Jim anthem - So what by Pink!

**Posted by jenosborn** July 14, 2012 4:48 am

For Sherlock:

Bored - by the Deftones

**Posted by Mattlocked** July 14, 2012 3:46 pm

Radiohead - How to disappear completely.

For John - before, during and after Sherlocks fall... "I'm not here... this isn't happening...."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=If47eIpWWa0

("by accident" part of the BC Top Ten.... )

**Posted by SusiGo** July 14, 2012 4:01 pm

For John's most depressing moments I suggest

Death Cab for Cutie: I will follow you into the dark

The lyrics would seem a bit Johnlocky but I couldn't resist.

**Posted by Davina** July 17, 2012 7:01 pm

Florence and the Machine- 'Falling'. Many of the lyrics of this song really fit TRF well.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qyx-ogxuccw

**Posted by Davina** July 18, 2012 1:06 pm

Today's musical present is for Mycroft. Umbrella by Rihanna.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1vittAmWLo

**Posted by Davina** July 19, 2012 7:37 am

Today's musical present is for Sherlock and Jim Moriarty. It is 'Spider's Web' by Katie Melua. ' The line between wrong and right is the width of a thread from a spider's web.'

And......because it is Benedict's birthday TODAY here is a specially offering from the talented, inspirational Mr. Steve Wonder.

**Posted by Davina** July 20, 2012 5:32 pm

Today's offering is for John. I think it sums up his relationship with Sherlock. An oldie but goody and wonderful clarity of voice from the lead singer.

The Platters-Only You

**Posted by Davina** July 21, 2012 11:23 am

I've already posted this in another thread but I think it too apt to not put it on here too. This is for all those who are on the side of the angels, not just in the series but in real life too. With thoughts of Denver.

**Posted by Davina** July 22, 2012 12:28 pm

This is for Jim Moriarty because that's what he threatened to do to Sherlock. Also it is homage to Jon Lord, founder of Deep Purple, who died on Monday 16th July from pancreatic cancer. He was an utterly original and brilliant keyboard player. R.I.P.

Deep Purple- Burn

**Posted by Davina** July 23, 2012 7:47 am

For Molly. Love the piano and sax in this live recording. By the late, great Little Richard.

**Posted by Irene Adler** July 23, 2012 9:48 pm

This is what Molly or John should sing to Sherlock (sort of...)

Last edited by Irene Adler (July 23, 2012 9:50 pm)

**Posted by Davina** July 23, 2012 10:03 pm

Nice one Irene. I was feeling a bit alone here in the club (disco) glad you could join me! Lol