TV shows master needle drops to highlight powerful story moments with carefully chosen songs. Juxtaposition is key; using lively songs in contrast to grim situations creates resonance in some scenes. Choosing when to use a needle drop is crucial when silence can be just as impactful as music.

The best needle drops in movies constitute some epic moments, while TV shows go on long enough to master the needle drop through many amazing scenes. TV shows often establish a tone early on where other artists' songs will regularly be in use, meticulously chosen throughout the show to highlight powerful moments in the story. These songs are often used alongside the show's original score, contrasting with shows that only use dramatic scores (like Game of Thrones).

Needle drops might be used to immerse the audience in a particular setting or highlight a theme of youth with more recent hits. Some soundtrack supervisors constantly favor juxtaposition,...