I was supposed to be talking about Annie Live this week but life had other plans. here is another song discussion in the meantime. Even though I am not comfortable going to a movie theater yet there are a good number of musical films this year from "In The Heights" to the upcoming "West Side Story", but also in the world of animation. Oh yes animated movie musicals count for this blog; they are musicals none the less and some movies such as "La La Land" or "Greatest Showman" have been discussed on this blog without having stage adaptations. And even though I will not be seeing "Encanto" in theaters or "West Side Story", the album for "Encanto" was released so I decided to talk this week about a song that spoke to me.
Many Disney songs are accompanied with a set of songs that fit a mold for every movie they make, a comedic relief song, most times a lovers duet and of course an "I Want" song. Disney animated features have mastered the art of "I Want" songs. From " Part Of Your World" to " How Far I'll Go" classic and modern Disney songs know how to describe the human longing for something greater. This song is a different kind of song in that style in the best way possible. Also slight potential spoilers ahead as I discuss the details of the song so if you wish to see how the song plays out in the movie feel free to come back later!
In this song our performer is heard questioning her place in her family. Summing up what she can't do but says how she has been waiting her opportunity to stand out, longing for a chance to shine like her family does as the lyrics say. She then proceeds to say what she would do if she could, asking where she belongs and if she is too late. This song has not only very relatable lyrics but great instrumentation that starts simple, builds to a grand conclusion and ends on quiet yet powerful note.
The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has wanted to know how they stand out. Perhaps in a family or friend group, wondering what makes you special or how you stand out. Being surrounded by those who seem so much better than us in every way. Asking for a miracle to stand out and belong because that is what it seems that we need. The emotion behind this song is relatable and fantastic. The instrumentation working amazing with the lyric to add even more memorability to this already relatable song.
The lyrics and melodies walk hand in hand, and I cannot wait for more artists to do covers of this song, I enjoy this song so much I cannot wait to see others perform it. That being said Stephanie Beatriz performs this song fantastically and has proven with her role in this and "In The Heights" that she has musical range. I hope she does more musicals in the future; she has a great singing voice and did fantastic in this song. Whether you have seen the film or waiting for its release on Disney Plus, this song is fantastic, and I cannot wait to see how it fits within the plot of the movie and how it is animated. A very relatable song with great lyrics and instrumentation that will leave the listener not waiting to hit repeat.
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