Apple TV's comedy series Trying has distinguished itself by commissioning an entirely original soundtrack for each of its five seasons, with a different artist writing songs inspired by the characters before episodes are fully completed. This approach, unusual among major streamers that typically rely on licensed hits or needle drops, turns the music into an integral part of the storytelling rather than an afterthought, giving each season a distinct musical identity tied to the emotional journey of the show's characters.

The comedy follows Nikki and Jason, played by Esther Smith and Rafe Spall, as they navigate infertility, adoption and the challenges of parenting. Each season has featured a different musician: Guy Garvey led Season 1, followed by Maisie Peters in Season 2, Bear's Den in Season 3, BEKA in Season 4, and Orla Gartland for the newly released fifth season. Artists such as Peters have worked from scripts before filming began, writing songs that production teams then build pivotal scenes and montages around, rather than fitting music in after the fact.