Jon Hassell's "Amsterdam Blue (Cortége)" was originally recorded as a tribute to Chet Baker and submitted to Bono and director Wim Wenders, who made the song a pivotal part of the soundtrack.
The song "Amsterdam Blue (Cortége)" by Jon Hassell was originally created as an homage to Chet Baker, sent to Bono and director Wim Wenders, who later featured it prominently in the film's score.