Unless you've been living under a rock, you would probably be somewhat aware of Hamilton, the best thing created in the history of man kind. And no, I am not exaggerating, it's freaking awesome. It's a hip-hop musical about the life of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and the American Revolution. It may sound pretty boring to some people, but believe me it's not. The songs in this musical give me life, they are just so fantastic and incredible and so I've decided to narrow them down into a list of my favourite ten and share them with you. Let's go...
10. Satisfied - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-XgTDiyfk0
"Satisfied" begins with Angelica Schuyler's wedding toast for Alexander Hamilton and Eliza (her sister), then proceeds to rewind and retell the events of the previous song, "Helpless," from her own perspective. She, who in ''The Schuyler Sister'' had declared was looking for a "mind at work", has now found it in Hamilton yet decides to give it up for the sake of her sister. The reason I love this song is because it captures Angelica's selflessness and pain in such a beautiful and heart-wrenching manner. And Angelica is a total rap goddess.
9. Burn - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLbU_IUMEu4
''Burn'' comes after Eliza finds out about Alexander, (her husband) having an affair.The news shatters Eliza, who then performs ''Burn'', an emotional ballad about heartbreak. When I first heard this song I connected with Eliza so much, I could feel the devastation and betrayal in her voice. It was so emotional and so beautiful and it just blew me away.
I knew you were mine, you said you were mine, I thought you were mine. Do you know what Angelica said, when we saw your first letter arrive? She said ''Be careful with that one love, he will do what it takes to survive.''
I'm erasing myself from the narrative, let future historians wonder, how Eliza reacted when you broke her heart.You have torn it all apart. I am watching it burn... Watching it burn...The world has no right to my heart, the world has no place in our bed. They don't get to know what I said.
8. Take A Break- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcBLYej78Wo
I don't know why I should even explain why this song is on my list, it's just amazing.There is no other way of describing it. With Eliza's beat boxing, Phillips cuteness, the reunion between the Schuyler sisters(minus Peggy) and who can ever forget that jab at John Adams?
Eliza: Angelica tell this man, John Adams spends the summer with his family.
Alexander: Angelica tell my wife, John Adams doesn't have a real job anyway.
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Phillip: Daddy, daddy, look- my name is Phillip. I am a poet. I wrote this poem just to show it. And I just turned nine. You can write rhymes but you can't write mine.
Alexander: What!
7. Stay Alive - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaUIqDsQk38
I just love this song it's full of so much jealousy, hate and burns. I wonder what that says about my character? Who cares, this song slays my life.
Hamilton/Laurens/Lafayette: He shits the bed at the Battle of Monmouth.
Washington: Everyone attack!
Lee: Retreat!
Washington: Attack!
Lee: Retreat!
Washington: What are you doing, Lee? Get back on your feet!
Lee:But there's so many of them!
Washington: I'm sorry, is this not your speed? HAMILTON!
Hamilton: Ready ,sir!
Washington: Have Lafayette take the lead!
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Hamilton: Charles Lee, was left without a pot to piss in, he started saying this to anybody who would listen:
Lee: Washington cannot be left alone to his devices, indecisive, from crisis to crisis. The best thing he can do for the revolution is turn and go back to planting tobacco in Mount Vernon.
6. Alexander Hamilton - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIl1OIGzuDg
Alexander Hamilton is the explosive number that opens up the whole show. In four minutes it gives you a summary of Alexander's life and a taste of what to expect later on in the performance.
How does a bastard, orphan, son of a whore and a Scotsman...
5. The Reynolds Pamphlet - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ai0E70ZjdU&index=37&list=PLzWCcCALiBuTQnDUtkqXam7gR5Fs9maav
Okay, I find it a bit ridiculous how Alexander would think that Angelica showed up to support him. Bruh, you cheated on her sister and told the whole country about it. My girl Angelica slays the whole song and disses Alexander in the process. #queen #girlpower #slaying
Hamilton: Angelica thanks God, someone who understands what I'm struggling here to do.
Angelica: I'm not here for you.
Ensemble: Ooooh!
Angelica: I know my sister, like I know my own mind. You will never find anyone as trusting or as kind. I love my sister more than anything in this life. I will choose her happiness over mine, every time... Put what we had aside, I'm standing at her side. You can never be satisfied. God, I hope you're satisfied...
4. What did i miss- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiVu6foDOvI
So what did I miss? What did I miss? Virginia, my home sweet home, I wanna give you a kiss.
I freaking adore this song because it's literally impossible not to dance when it's playing. It's so up-beat and quirky and just the best. One giant ball of awesome.
3. You'll be back - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21wgwkzdrkI
Owe man, this entire song just shows you what a real catch King George III is. This song is one of my very favourites because of it's the Beatles-ish style and King George's wonderful insanity. It's hilarious,groovy and an anthem for all the crazy ex-boyfriends.
'Cause when push,comes to shove.I will kill your friends and family, to remind you of my love. Da da da dat da dat da da da da ya da da da dat dat da ya da!
2. My Shot - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwlBxYyjrqM
I don't think I have to give a reason why this song is on this list. This song is awesome. With it's awesome rap and overall catchiness. It also does a great job at revealing Hamilton's incredible determination.
But damn, it's getting dark so let me spell out my name. I am the - A-L-E-X-A-N-D-E-R--We are--meant to be a colony that runs independently. Meanwhile, Britain keeps shittin' on endlessly. Essentially, they tax us relentlessly. Then king George turns around,runs a spending spree.He ain't ever gonna set his descendants free. So there will be a revolution in this century. Enter me!
I AM NOT THROWING AWAY MY SHOT!
1. The Schuyler Sisters - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hf4EdcOU_rY
This was actually the first song I heard from this musical and I automatically knew that I was going to love the rest. It was just so fantastically done; the singing was fantastic, the lyrics were epic, the singers were amazing. I loved Angelica's sass and Burr's pick up lines. It was all pure perfection.
Burr: Excuse me miss, I know it's not funny. But you're perfume smells like you're daddy's got money.- (Best pick up line ever) Why you slumming in this city in your fancy heels? You searching for an urchin who can give you ideals.
Angelica: Burr, you disgust me.
Burr: Ah, so you've discussed me. I'm a trust fund, baby, you can trust me.
''We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.''
WORK!
Okay guys, that's the end of my list. I hope you liked it. Byyeee <3
