License to Drive: The Underrated Score That Actually Elevates This 80s Gem?

Okay, so, License to Drive. Yeah, I know, cheesy 80s teen flick, right? Corey Haim, Corey Feldman... total time capsule. But I've been revisiting some of these lately, and something struck me about this film: the soundtrack kinda slaps. I mean, not the needle drops – those are standard issue 80s pop – but the actual score. I've been trying to find the composer information, but I came up short. That's a real shame, because it's surprisingly effective. Hear me out. Specifically, listen to cues during moments of rising tension, like when Les is driving with Dean in the backseat. There's a playful, almost mischievous energy to it. It's not just generic synth noodling; It's building the anxiety and anticipation of it all. And think about when he wrecks Grandpa's Cadillac. The score is almost mocking the situation, and the high-pitched sounds make for a tense moment. Even with the goofy premise, the score helps sell the craziness. It's subtle, but it really works. My theory is that the unobtrusive nature of the score is what makes it so effective. It's not trying to be the star of the show, but it subtly enhances the comedic and dramatic beats. It knows what it's doing. I'm not saying it's groundbreaking or anything, but it's definitely a more sophisticated score than you'd expect from a film like this. We need to give credit where it's due. Does anyone know who composed this? I'm dying to know more! Maybe I'm overthinking it, but I genuinely believe if the movie had a generic score it wouldn't be half as good. Maybe I'm just nostalgic for the 80s, lol. Also, if you happen to know any good resources for finding details about obscure film scores, shoot 'em my way. Always on the hunt for those hidden gems.