Cool
Leonard Bernstein
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11 facts about this song
Composer"Cool" was composed by world-renowned American maestro Leonard Bernstein.
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Musical"Cool" is a song from the famous Broadway musical ''West Side Story'', which debuted in 1957.
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Co-CreatorsLyrics for the song were provided by Stephen Sondheim, making it a collaborative work between Bernstein and Sondheim.
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Character FocusIn "West Side Story", the song "Cool" is energetically performed by the character 'Riff,' leader of the Jets gang.
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ThemeThe song "Cool" is about controlling one's emotions, particularly anger, and is a thematic standout in the context of the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks in "West Side Story."
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Remix VersionIn 1961, a film adaptation of the musical featured a remixed version of "Cool”, where the song was performed by Ice, instead of Riff.
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ChoreographyThe original choreography of the song was done by Jerome Robbins, and it is still considered as one of the most iconic dance numbers in musical theatre history.
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Notable PerformancesThe song has been performed by many great artists over the years, including Larry Kert in the Original Broadway Cast recording and Russ Tamblyn in the 1961 film adaptation.
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Musical Styles"Cool” is a perfect blend of contemporary stage music and traditional jazz, showcasing Bernstein's versatility as a composer.
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InfluenceThe song has greatly influenced modern compositions and arrangements in musical theatre. It has been covered and sampled in various popular culture scenarios over the years.
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AccoladesWhile "Cool" itself did not win any awards, "West Side Story" won several Tony Awards and the film adaptation won 10 Academy Awards.
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