Ep 2. I've Got the Music in Me
- TV-14
- February 16, 2020
- 43 min
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8.2 (810)
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist is a heartwarming and funny musical drama that follows Zoey Clarke, a computer programmer living in San Francisco who gains the ability to hear people's innermost thoughts and desires through elaborate musical numbers. In the second episode, titled "I've Got the Music in Me," Zoey continues to grapple with her new and unusual gift.
The episode begins with Zoey waking up in the morning and finding that she can hear the music in her head again. She tries to brush it off as a weird dream but soon realizes that it's real when she hears "I Think I Love You" by the Partridge Family blaring in her mind from her neighbor's apartment. As Zoey goes about her day, she starts to hear musical numbers from everyone she encounters.
At work, Zoey's boss Joan is stressed and overwhelmed by a looming deadline. Zoey hears her singing "All By Myself" by Celine Dion and tries to help by suggesting that they all work together as a team to meet the deadline. Meanwhile, Zoey's co-worker Mo is excitedly planning his birthday party, and Zoey hears him singing "Everybody's Talkin'" by Harry Nilsson. She offers to help him plan the party, which Mo happily accepts.
Zoey then meets with her father, Mitch, who is suffering from a progressive neurological disease that has left him unable to communicate. Zoey hears him singing "True Colors" by Cyndi Lauper, which touches her deeply. She tries to get through to him and communicate with him, but he is unable to respond. Zoey's frustration and sadness about her inability to connect with her father on a deeper level is compounded by hearing her mother and brother singing "Tightrope" by Janelle Monae about their own struggles.
As the day continues, Zoey hears more musical numbers, including "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)" by The Proclaimers from a passerby on the street, "Moves Like Jagger" by Maroon 5 from a jogger in the park, and "Fight Song" by Rachel Platten from a woman in the subway. Zoey starts to feel overwhelmed by the constant musical bombardment and seeks refuge in her apartment.
As she's trying to unwind, Zoey hears her neighbor Max singing "Mad World" by Tears for Fears. She goes to his apartment and asks him to explain why he's singing that particular song. Max reveals that he's had a tough time recently and is struggling to find his place in the world. Zoey sympathizes with him and offers him some words of encouragement.
Later, Zoey goes to Mo's birthday party, where she hears everyone singing "Help!" by The Beatles. She realizes that everyone she knows is struggling with something, but they are all putting on a brave face and trying to soldier on. Zoey decides to take action and uses her newfound musical ability to bring everyone together and celebrate Mo's birthday in an uplifting and joyful way.
"I've Got the Music in Me" is a touching and emotional episode that explores the themes of connection, empathy, and the power of music to bring people together. Zoey continues to grapple with the consequences of her powers, but she is learning to use them for good and to help others in need. The episode features several catchy musical numbers and poignant performances by the cast, making it a must-watch for fans of the show.