Warning! This article contains SPOILERS for season 3 of Bel-Air.

Summary

• “Bel-Air,” a darker version of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” features a varied soundtrack that enhances the drama and atmosphere of the show.
• Season 3 is about Will and Carlton’s summer vacation, with striking moments and a strong soundtrack that captures the Californian atmosphere.
• The episodes feature dynamic songs such as “Sunshine,” “Holding Back Tears,” and “Bad Situation,” which underline the characters’ emotional state.

The remake of the sitcom from the 1990s The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Bel Airhas a remarkable, varied soundtrack that complements the story, characters and atmosphere. Bel Air takes the characters that viewers know and love from the Will Smith original series and gives them a darker, grittier and more dramatic version of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Both shows have the same basic premise, but Bel Air made several changes to The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Bel Air Season 3 follows Will, Carlton, the rest of the Banks family and their friends on their first summer vacation since Will moved to Bel Air. This brings new energy as the characters spend a fun summer away from school, but that doesn’t mean Bel Air Season 3 is without drama. Bel Air Season 2 ended with the song “Summertime” by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith, setting the stage for a powerful soundtrack that captures the mood of the California summer.

Songs from “Bel-Air”, Season 3, Episode 1

“Baby, I’m back”

“Sunshine (The Light)” by Amorphous, DJ Khaled and Fat Joe: Bel-Air Season 3, Episode 1 begins with Will and Lisa, who finally got back together in the season two finaleat the Bel-Air Country Club. Lisa is a lifeguard at the club and Will spends a lot of time there, playing pickleball and visiting with Lisa, which is evident by the fact that he knows all the guests and staff he meets.

“Brown skin”by India.Arie: Uncle Phil’s new law firm is doing well and Aunt Viv takes over as CEO of the Neeman Fellowship. They land on the cover of Essence Making. They pose as India’s “Brown Skin.” Arie plays. Ashley’s new friend Olivia is impressed with her parents, but Ashley warns her that the Banks family isn’t perfect and that sometimes acting the part is more important than actually playing it.

“Flex” by Darz ft. Show Banga: Carlton and Will have come a long way in their relationship in Bel Air, Will becomes Carlton’s biggest supporter. Carlton is released from rehab in Bel Air Season 3, Episode 1, and Darz’s song plays when he and Will go out to get some food.

“Holding Back Tears” by Stik Figa ft. Apollo Brown: Carlton revealed his drug addiction to the school and his family in Bel Air The season two finale was not without consequences. Carlton had someone to support him at Princeton, but that person backed out, seemingly ending his dream of attending the Ivy League university. A montage of Carlton walking through the house and seeing all the changes his family has made to keep him sober is set to “Holding Back Tears” by Stik Figa and Apollo Brown.

“All Eyes Right Here” by Shane Eli: The Banks family throws a legendary Juneteenth party every year, and this year was no exception. At the party, Carlton apologizes to Ashley, who still can’t accept that he’s really changing. He also thanks him for helping him come clean, and even though she still feels betrayed by the secrets the family had kept from her, she hugs him.

“If you don’t want my love” by Jalen Ngonda: As the Banks family’s Juneteenth party continues, “If You Don’t Want My Love” by Jalen Ngonda plays quietly in the background. It’s a light, groovy song that fits the energy of the scene perfectly.

“Shame” by Dahi & Emiene: Bel Air Season 3, Episode 1 ends with a montage of the characters, with Aunt Viv and Uncle Phil in bed and Carlton alone in his room. In a shocking move, Will tells Doc that he is not pursuing a basketball career for the summer and is retiring from Zenith Hype to focus on entrepreneurship.

Songs from “Bel-Air”, Season 3, Episode 2

“Pivotal point”

“GET SOME MONEY” by Killer Mike: Carlton accompanies Will on his journey to becoming an entrepreneur, where he works with Quentin, whom they met at the country club. While “GET SOME MONEY” by Killer Mike plays, Bel-Air In season 3, episode 2, they pitch various business ideas to the family. Unfortunately, none of them seem to work. To get inspiration, they talk to successful businessmen at Uncle Phil’s party, and the song plays again.

“Soul Score” by Fly X Night: While Carlton and Will try to come up with a business idea, Uncle Phil and Aunt Viv decide they need work. The boys are hired as “Pit pigs“ at the Bel-Air Country Club and met Connor and his stepfather on her first day.

“MESSY” by Tommy Richman: Ashley and Hilary have a “Sister’s Day” In Bel Air Season 3, Episode 2, where Ashley gets to choose what to do. This includes a visit to Jazz’s record store, which Hilary is hesitant to do. There, Ashley finds Jazz’s late payment notice, which he tries to dismiss as unimportant.

“Bad Situation” by Dear Anaïs: There is still an unpleasant atmosphere between Jazz and Hilary in Bel Airespecially because Hilary got engaged to Lamarcus at the end of the season three premiere. There are many unresolved issues between them, as evidenced by a heated argument that ends with a kiss to the tune of “Bad Situation,” but Hilary quickly walks away from it.

“Trigger Warning” by Shawn Wasabi, Wolftyla & MIYACHI: “Trigger Warning” runs at the end of Bel Air Season 3, Episode 2. Carlton and Akira kiss, and he and Will work at the country club. They meet their newest co-worker, Jackie, who was hired as a yoga instructor after Aunt Viv put in a good word for her, unaware of her past with Will.

Songs from “Bel-Air”, Season 3, Episode 3

“True Colors”

“WOW” by Kid Cudi & A$AP Rocky: After some trial and error, Will and Carlton launch their new company, Blackcess, a lifestyle and merchandise brand that tells their stories and helps black businesses. The first business they sponsor is Jazz’s record store, and with the help of Lisa and Jackie, they use a car show to promote themselves.

“SAY MY GRACE” by Offset ft. Travis Scott: To earn some extra money, Jazz agrees to sell his car, but Will has a way to save it. He challenges the buyer to a street race, and if he wins, Jazz gets to keep the car and earn an additional $35,000. The exciting scene in Bel-Air Season 3, Episode 3 is set to “SAY MY GRACE” by Offset and Travis Scott.