The serve a dual narrative purpose. First, they anchor the story in the specific historical moment of 1979-1980, from the death of disco to the birth of hip-hop. Second, they provide a cold, ironic contrast to the life-or-death stakes. Nothing is scarier than watching a family trying to board an airplane while The Eagles philosophize about leaving a hotel.
These are the licensed tracks played during various scenes in the film, including classic rock hits from The Rolling Stones Led Zeppelin "Sultans of Swing" – Performed by Dire Straits "When the Levee Breaks" – Performed by Led Zeppelin "Little T&A" – Performed by The Rolling Stones "Dance the Night Away" – Performed by "Hip Hug-Her" – Performed by Booker T. & the M.G.'s "Concrete Jungle" – Performed by The Specials "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)" – Performed by Rupert Holmes Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Score) argo movie songs