As The Summer I Turned Pretty approaches its conclusion, Season 3’s penultimate episode (Episode 10), set in Paris and centered on Belly’s personal growth after calling off her wedding, delivered an emotionally eclectic soundtrack that highlights her journey of self-discovery.
Premiering on September 10, the episode follows Belly during her time in Paris—a narrative expansion beyond Jenny Han’s original novel that offers a deeper glimpse into Belly’s evolving identity. The music interwoven through this episode spans multiple genres and languages, underscoring the international and introspective tone.
Songs featured during Belly’s Paris arc include Taylor Swift’s I Can Do It with a Broken Heart and The 1, signaling emotional vulnerability and reflective solitude. French classics such as La valse d’Amélie, Vous êtes jolie, and La Javanaise injected local Parisian romance. Indie and alternative tracks like Oh, Gemini, Ismo by Bleachers, Shouldn’t I Give Up, How Deep Is the Ocean, Moonlit Floor, and Being Longtemps offered intimate sonic textures. Meanwhile, holiday-themed songs—Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree and Last Christmas—plus a rendition of Murder on the Dance Floor and Sara’h and George Michael added unexpected tonal variety.
Though not yet reflected in official playlists or coverage, these music choices were noted by viewers during airing and align with the episode’s emotionally complex arc, moving beyond the central romantic conflict toward Belly’s exploration of self. With only the finale remaining, the series continues to demonstrate how thoughtfully selected needle drops can deepen viewers’ connection to pivotal character moments.
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