Peter Farrelly's Balls Up (2026) is an action-comedy centered on two marketing executives, played by Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser, who pitch an ambitious sponsorship for the World Cup. Their drunken celebration in Brazil quickly escalates into a global scandal, leaving them to outrun criminals and power-hungry officials. The film balances high-octane sequences with comedic timing as the duo attempts to salvage their careers and return home alive.
The Balls Up soundtrack supports the film's high-stakes energy with a selection of Brazilian samba, electronic tracks, and classic rock. Featuring music from Trio Mocotó, Empire Of The Sun, and Ivete Sangalo, the music supervision captures the frantic pace of the chase across various Brazilian locations. The original score by Dave Palmer provides a cohesive foundation for the movie's blend of humor and tension, ensuring a consistent audio experience throughout the film.
Balls Up Soundtrack: List of Songs
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Não Adianta – Trio Mocotó
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Music On The Radio – Empire Of The Sun
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We Built This City – Starship
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Golden – Zella Day
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FEELSx1000 – Party Favor
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Freedom Is Free – Chicano Batman
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Lotus 72 D – Zé Roberto
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Só Love Na Cabeça – Ivete Sangalo
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atrás/além – O Terno
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Baianá – Barbatuques
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Whoomp! There It Is – Tag Team
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Papel de Chicle – Jonathan Richman
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Somebody That I Used to Know – Gotye feat. Kimbra
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In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida – Iron Butterfly
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Do Leme ao Pontal – Tim Maia
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Here Comes That Rainy Day Feeling Again – The Fortunes
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Vagabundos De Otro Mundo – Adanowsky
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Mão No Chão – Ruxell & Repow
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volta e meia – O Terno
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O Homem Mau – Leo Justi & Heavy Baile
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Celebration – Kool & The Gang
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Todo Lo Más Bello – Adanowsky
Notable musical highlights include a karaoke performance of Gotye's "Somebody That I Used to Know" and the use of "Baianá" by Barbatuques during a sequence involving a trek through the jungle. The inclusion of tracks by Tim Maia and Starship further defines the eclectic selection of the audio guide. This compilation of songs effectively supports the comedic timing and stylistic direction of the Peter Farrelly film.
Cast: Mark Wahlberg as Brad, Paul Walter Hauser as Elijah, Sacha Baron Cohen as Pavio Curto, and Benjamin Bratt as Santos. The ensemble delivery is punctuatated by a soundtrack that reflects both the local culture of Brazil and international hits.
