A Guy Like You
Mary Stout, Jason Alexander, Disney, Charles Kimbrough
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"A Guy Like You" is a track from the 1996 Disney animated feature film, "The Hunchback of Notre Dame."
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Song CompositionThe song was written by legendary duo Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz, whose contributions also include hits like "Colors of the Wind" and "Under the Sea."
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SequenceIn the movie, "A Guy Like You" is performed by the three gargoyle characters Victor, Hugo, and Laverne.
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Animation InnovationThe sequence featuring this song in the movie is known for its impressive use of computer animation, which was groundbreaking at the time of the film's release.
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Comic ReliefDespite being a part of a somewhat dark and dramatic film, "A Guy Like You" serves as comic relief, providing a lighthearted interlude.
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NominationsThe song was part of the soundtrack that helped the movie earn an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Musical or Comedy Score.
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Voice ArtistsIn the movie, the song is performed by Charles Kimbrough (Victor), Jason Alexander (Hugo), and the late Mary Wickes (Laverne).
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ThemeThe song's lyrics are designed to encourage Quasimodo, the main character, about his romantic chances with Esmeralda.
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Stage Adaptation"A Guy Like You" was retained in the stage adaptation of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" which has been performed in regional and amateur theatres worldwide.
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PopularityWhile not as universally recognized as some of Disney's biggest hits, "A Guy Like You" maintains a strong fan base among Disney enthusiasts and fans of musical theatre.
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