Fans keenly observed a significant change in Netflix's Scott Pilgrim anime, noting that Brie Larson's singing voice was replaced in the streaming service's latest adaptation. In Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, Brie Larson reprises her role as Envy Adams. However, the star of The Marvels didn't get to sing in any of the musical performances in the animated series!
Envy Adams, portrayed by Brie Larson, leads the fictional alternative rock band The Clash at Demon Head and serves as the ex-girlfriend of the series' protagonist. However, Emily Haines, the lead singer of the Toronto-based band Metric, is credited as the singing voice for Envy Adams, contributing to two musical performances in Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.
These performances include a rendition of Sarah McLachlan's I Will Remember You at Scott's funeral and a rendition of Black Sheep, the latter of which Larson originally sang in the Scott Pilgrim film.
Why did Scott Pilgrim Takes Off use Emily Haines for Envy's singing voice?
Choosing not to utilize Brie Larson's singing abilities in the Scott Pilgrim anime introduces an intriguing dynamic, although it seems to be a deliberate and justified decision. Despite Larson's continued willingness to showcase her singing talents, as seen in The Marvels, there appears to be a specific rationale behind her exclusion from the anime's singing segments.
The substitution of Larson's singing parts with Emily Haines aligns with Haines's longstanding connection to the franchise. One of the most memorable moments from Scott Pilgrim vs. The World was Larson's performance of Black Sheep, a song written by Haines. This track stands out as the most prominent original song on the movie's widely acclaimed soundtrack, with over 91 million streams on Spotify, significantly surpassing other original songs.
Including Haines, along with the rest of the band Metric, in Scott Pilgrim Takes Off likely reflects a thoughtful gesture by the creators to pay homage to the group that played a crucial role in establishing the franchise's musical identity.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off reunites the primary cast from Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, including Michael Cera, Chris Evans, and Mary Elizabeth Winstead, to delve into Bryan Lee O'Malley's iconic graphic novel. While the anime features familiar faces, it takes a unique approach by offering a fresh perspective on Scott's pursuit of the girl of his dreams, introducing new elements to the well-known narrative.
The expansion on O'Malley's original comic book tale introduces both new and returning characters, bringing together individuals connected to both the comic and Edgar Wright's film adaptation. The decision to replace Larson's singing voice with Haines adds an intriguing layer to the musical aspects of the Scott Pilgrim anime, blending familiar elements with fresh interpretations in this latest adaptation.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is now streaming on Netflix. The Marvels is also screening in theaters worldwide.
