In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well as unexpected kindnesses Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist will forever alter his life.
Roll Jordan Roll — John Legend
Freight Train — Gary Clark Jr.
Yarney's Waltz — Tim Fain & Caitlin Sullivan
Driva Man — Alabama Shakes
My Lord Sunshine (Sunrise) — David Hughey & Roosevelt Credit
Move (feat. Fink) — John Legend
(In the Evening) When the Sun Goes Down — Gary Clark Jr.
Queen of the Field (Patsey's Song) — Alicia Keys
Little Girl Blue — Laura Mvula
Misery Chain (feat. Joy Williams) — Chris Cornell
Roll Jordan Roll (feat. Chiwetel Ejiofor) — Topsy Chapman
What Does Freedom Mean (To a Free Man) — Cody ChesnuTT