Persona 5

Shoji Meguro's Persona 5 soundtrack is a defiant jazz-fusion triumph that defines the game's stylish rebellion. Streamed over 50 million times on Spotify, its tracks like "Last Surprise" and "Life Will Change" blend acid jazz, funk, and synth-pop into an addictive, high-energy backdrop. This score outperforms #3 The Last of Us in sheer variety, offering 100+ distinct tracks that shift from bombastic battle themes to intimate lounge melodies. Meguro’s composition, with its syncopated basslines and brass flourishes, is 40% faster in tempo than the average JRPG score, creating a unique pulse. The soundtrack’s cultural impact includes inspiring over 500 live jazz covers worldwide, expanding its reach beyond gaming.