Warning: Spoilers ahead for season four, part one of Bridgerton.
After a two-year hiatus, Bridgerton has triumphantly returned to Netflix, inviting audiences back into its sumptuous world with the premiere of season four. This latest chapter, divided into two parts, promises to delve into the romantic escapades of Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson, the second-eldest son in the illustrious family.
The season kicks off with four episodes, where viewers find Benedict drawn into an enchanting mystery. At a masquerade ball, he encounters a captivating woman adorned in silver, sparking a fervent quest to discover her true identity. This pursuit leads him on a path of transformation, as he resolves to abandon his notorious rakish lifestyle. Benedict’s journey takes an unexpected turn when he becomes enamored with Sophie Baek, portrayed by Yerin Ha, a maid who unbeknownst to him, is the very Lady in Silver he seeks.
Beyond its intricate love stories, Bridgerton is celebrated for its unique musical backdrop, featuring string renditions of contemporary pop songs that enrich the Regency-era ambiance. Previous seasons have enthralled audiences with classical adaptations of hits like Taylor Swift’s “Wildest Dreams,” Miley Cyrus’ “Wrecking Ball,” and Ariana Grande’s “POV.”
Continuing this tradition, season four offers its own collection of reimagined pop tunes. The opening cover sets the scene as Sophie, cloaked in her silver attire and mask, makes a dramatic entrance at Lady Violet Bridgerton’s masquerade ball, arriving in an elegant carriage. Her awe at the opulent surroundings quickly captures Benedict’s attention, setting the stage for the unfolding drama.
Season four, too, puts a classic spin on well-known songs. Here’s a complete rundown of every pop cover in part one.
Episode 1 (‘The Waltz’)
Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek and Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton on season four, episode one of “Bridgerton.”
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Coldplay’s ‘Life in Technicolor’ Covered By Vitamin String Quartet
The first cover of season four plays as Sophie, wearing a silver dress and matching mask, arrives at Lady Violet Bridgerton’s (Ruth Gemmell) masquerade ball in a carriage. Sophie’s wonderment at the ornate environment catches Benedict’s attention.
Usher And Pitbull’s ‘DJ Got Us Fallin’ In Love’ Covered By Strings From Paris
Shortly after Benedict interrupts a man trying to secure a dance with Sophie, Usher and Pitbull’s dance track “DJ Got Us Fallin’ In Love” begins playing. Several pairs take to the dance floor, but Sophie tries to leave, telling Benedict that she can’t dance.
Third Eye Blind’s ‘Never Let You Go’ Covered By Vitamin String Quartet
As attendees dance to a classical cover of Third Eye Blind’s “Never Let You Go,” Benedict and Sophie run to the terrace, where she tells him that she feels out of place at such a society function and prefers to be an observer rather than a participant. The pair banter, and Benedict admits that he feels like an imposter in his own family’s house.
Episode 2 (‘Time Transfixed’)
Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek on season four, episode two of “Bridgerton.”
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Taylor Swift’s ‘Enchanted’ Covered By Joseph William Morgan
Bridgerton includes another Taylor Swift track, “Enchanted” from her Speak Now album, in episode two, as Sophie watches through a gap in the drawing room door at the Penwood home and sees Benedict chatting with Posy Li (Isabella Wei), trying to figure out if she’s the Lady in Silver.
Sophie smiles as she observes how kind Benedict is to Posy and yearns for him. Alfie (David Moorst), a footman and confidant, encourages Sophie to go inside and tell Benedict who she is. But Sophie decides not to, reasoning that Benedict is only looking for the Lady in Silver, who’s a fantasy.
Episode 3 (‘The Field Next to the Other Road’)
Ruth Gemmell as Lady Violet Bridgerton and Daniel Francis as Lord Marcus Anderson on season four, episode four of “Bridgerton.”
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Paramore’s ‘All I Wanted’ Covered By Vitamin String Quartet
Paramore’s power ballad “All I Wanted” plays during a vulnerable moment between Violet and Marcus Anderson (Daniel Francis) in episode three. During the scene, Violet expresses her insecurities about the prospect of having sex for the first time in years. He, in turn, assures her that he still wants her and they don’t need to rush.
The song continues playing as Sophie and Benedict leave My Cottage to return to London after a memorable, unexpected week together in the countryside.
Episode 4 (‘An Offer From a Gentleman’)
Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek and Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton on season four, episode four of “Bridgerton.”
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Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Bad Idea Right?’
A classical rendition of Olivia Rodrigo’s “Bad Idea Right?” plays as Sophie runs into Benedict in her living quarters, after he reluctantly agreed to stay away from Bridgerton house for her own comfort as a maid. They start passionately kissing on the staircase, and Benedict makes his bold proclamation of his feelings, telling Sophie that he can’t stay away from her because she consumes him.
“The reality of you has become more tantalizing than any fantasy ever could be, and one I cannot live without,” he says.
But the heated moment dissipates immediately after, when Benedict asks Sophie to be his mistress.
Bridgerton season four, part one is now streaming on Netflix. Part two debuts on Thursday, February 26.
