Superstar
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Murray Head
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This trophy from our saviours, from our saviours from the enslaving force of Rome! With feasting and dancing and song, tonight in celebration, We greet the victorious throng, returned to bring salvation! The trumpets of Carthage resound! Hear, Romans, now and tremble! Hark to our step on the ground! Hear the drums, Hannibal comes! Sad to return to find the land we love, threatened once more by Roma's far-reaching grasp No no no no! Senor if you please! Rome Me say Rome Roma? Rome, Rome is very hard Well once again from "Sad to return" (very very hard) Please (Rome) senor Sad to return to find the land we love, threatened once more by Rome's far-reaching grasp Tomorrow we shall brighten the chimes of Rome, til I rejoice your army has come home Bid welcome to Hannibal's guests, the elephants of Carthage! As guides on our conquering quests, Dido sends Hannibal's friends! Once more to the ? arms ? Once more to the sweetness of charms My heart ? The trumpeting elephants sound, hear, Romans, now and tremble! Hark to their step on the ground, hear the drums! Hannibal comes! Thanks ? all again Thank you very much You were very good this man is near marvelous thank you This way gentlemen this way Rehearsals, as you see, are under way, for a new production of Chalumeau's 'Hannibal'. Ladies and gentlemen, ladies and gentlemen please, ladies and g' Madam Giry? Thank you May I have your attention please As you may know for some weeks there have been rumours of my Imminent retirement. I can now tell you that these were all true, And it is now my pleasure to introduce you to you the two gentlemen who now own the Opera Populaire, M. Richard Firmin and M. Gilles Andre. Gentlemen, Signora Carlitta Guidicelli, Our leading soprano for 19 seasons now. Of course of course I've experienced all your greatest roles in your Damn Signor Ubaldo Piangi. An honor, Signor. If I remember rightly Alyssa has a rather fine aria In act III of Hannibal I wonder Alyssa as a personal favor If you would oblige us with a private rendition And of course if monsieur Reyer objects Now if my manager commands Monsieur Reyer, ? commands Will two bars will quite sufficient Two bars will be sufficient Senora
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Written by: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice
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12 facts about this song
Creator Info: The song "Superstar" is a part of the 1970 rock opera album named "Jesus Christ Superstar" written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
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Song Theme: "Superstar" is a rock anthem that questions the nature and consequences of fame and challenges the traditional biblical representation of Jesus Christ.
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Production Fact: The entire album, including the song "Superstar," was initially recorded and produced as a concept album before it was adapted to the stage.
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Character Portrayal: In this song, Judas Iscariot is portrayed as the questioning and tragic character, contrasting traditional portrayals as an outright villain.
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Song Popularity: "Superstar" became popular gaining radio play and climbing the Billboard chart to peaking at No. 14 in 1971.
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Artist Recognition: Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice both received an Ivor Novello Award for the composition and lyrics of the song "Superstar."
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Cultural Impact: The song was at the forefront of the "Jesus Rock" movement, bridging a gap between popular music and Christian themes.
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Cover Versions: There have been multiple renditions of "Superstar" by various artists across different genres. Notable among them are versions by Murray Head and the Trinidad Singers and The Carpenters.
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Repertoire Inclusion: The song "Superstar" continues to be a key moment within the musical's performance and has remained a constant in all stage iterations of "Jesus Christ Superstar."
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Dramatic Element: This particular song is famous for its high-energy instrumentation and dramatic vocal lines, adding to the intensity of the story portrayed.
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Music Style: In terms of musical style, the rock opera is sometimes considered a precursor to the modern "rock musical," with "Superstar" being a prime example of this blend.
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Impact on Creators’ Career"Superstar" marked a significant turning point in the careers of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, establishing them as influential figures in musical theatre.
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