Last week, the officialGhostbusters soundtracksong list was released, which revealed that the groupFall Out Boywill be teaming with rapperMissy Ellioton a new version of the theme song, dubbed “I’m Not Afraid.” While the full soundtrack won’t be released until July 8, this new song was released online today. ThisGhostbustersreboot has certainly become quite divisive among fans, and this song most likely won’t ease any of the debate swirling around the movie. In fact, we’re willing to bet, that some of you will consider this this the final nail in the coffin.
The song debuted throughFall Out Boy’sofficialYouTubepage, and for fans ofRay Parker Jr.’s originaltheme song, you may not like this version at all. Practically every aspect of this reboot has been under severe scrutiny by longtime fans of the original, and this theme song will certainly spawn even more debate. There are actually four different versions of the theme song included on the soundtrack, includingRay Parker Jr.’s original and an a cappella version byPentatonix.
Ghostbustersmakes its long-awaited return, rebooted with a cast of hilarious new characters. Thirty years after the beloved original franchise took the world by storm, directorPaul Feigbrings his fresh take to the supernatural comedy, joined by some of the funniest actors working today. This summer, they’re here to save the world! Thenew GhostbustersareKristen Wiig,Melissa McCarthy,Kate McKinnonandLeslie Jones.Chris Hemsworthleads the supporting cast, playing theGhostbusters' new secretary Kevin.
This newGhostbustersadventure will go up against Broad Green Pictures’The Infiltrator.Ghostbustersis produced byIvan ReitmanandAmy Pascal, and written byKatie Dippold&Paul Feig, based on the 1984 filmGhostbusters, written byDan AykroydandHarold Ramisand directed byIvan Reitman. The supporting cast includesAndy Garciaas the mayor of New York City,Michael K. Williamsas Hawkins,Matt Walshas Rourke,Pat Kiernanas a news anchor andNeil Caseyas thehuman villainRowan.
It will be interesting to see how fans and haters alike react to this theme song, especially since the disdain seems to be more prevalent. We reported a few months ago that thefirst trailerbecame the most hated movie trailer of all time. We’re willing to bet that this new song might become the most hated cover song of all time. Check out the newGhostbusterstheme below, and stay tuned for more on this upcoming remake, in theaters July 15.
