It’s been two years since Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda have been on the ‘big-screen’, and Sex & the City 2 takes our beloved socialites on a whirlwind journey halfway across the world, to new sights, new adventures and, of course, new romances. Here is a piece of their story, as told by our selection from the 18-song soundtrack.

Window Seat, Erykah Badu

Window Seat is so fitting, since the title in itself speaks volumes. This soulful ballad speaks about longing… the longing to ‘escape’ and the longing for ‘love’.

Single Ladies, Liza Minnelli

The ‘old gal’ is single once more and loving it! Minnelli brings to life this anthem made popular by R&B superstar Beyoncé Knowles.

Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down, Alicia Keys

This is the ‘response’ and follow-up single to Empire State of Mind (New York), on which Keys paired with hip-hop heavyweight Jay-Z. New York is where it all unfolded, and came to life. It’s no wonder why this song is included on the soundtrack of the film.

Love Is Your Color, Jennifer Hudson & Leona Lewis

What is the “Colour of Love”? Two powerful voices intertwine on this track, where the UK’s X-Factor joins forces with an American Idol.

I Am Woman, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis & Cynthia Nixon

The Sex & the City soundtrack would not be complete without an offering from the cast. These long-time girlfriends collaborate in song, celebrating their sexuality, their strength and their womanhood.

True Colors, Cyndi Lauper

An old-time favourite is resurrected for the film, which features a flashback to the 1980s. True Colors is a song filled with hope, and is symbolic of the true meaning of friendship.