The Schuyler Sisters
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton, Phillipa Soo, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Jasmine Cephas-Jones, Leslie Odom, Jr.
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There's nothing rich folks love more Than going downtown and slummin' it with the poor They pull up in their carriages and gawk at the students in the common Just to watch them talk take Philip Schuyler the man is loaded Uh oh, but little does he know that His daughters, Peggy, Angelica, Eliza Sneak into the city just to watch all the guys at work, work Angelica Work, work Eliza and Peggy (work, work) the Schuyler sisters Angelica, Peggy, Eliza (work) Daddy said to be home by sundown Daddy doesn't need to know Daddy said not to go downtown Like I said, you're free to go But look around, look around, the revolution's happening in New York New York Angelica work It's bad enough daddy wants to go to war People shouting in the square It's bad enough there'll be violence on our shore New ideas in the air Look around, look around Angelica, remind me what we're looking for She's lookin' for me Eliza, I'm lookin' for a mind at work, work, work I'm lookin' for a mind at work, work, work I'm lookin' for a mind at work, work, work Whoa, whoa work Wooh there's nothin' like summer in the city Someone in a rush next to someone lookin' pretty Excuse me, miss, I know it's not funny But your perfume smells like your daddy's got money Why you slummin' in the city in your fancy heels You searchin' for an urchin who can give you ideals? Burr, you disgust me Ah, so you've discussed me I'm a trust fund, baby, you can trust me I've been reading common sense by Thomas Paine So men say that I'm intense or I'm insane You want a revolution? I want a revelation So listen to my declaration We hold these truths to be self-evident That all men are created equal And when I meet Thomas Jefferson (unh) I'm 'a compel him to include women in the sequel (work) Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now History is happening in Manhattan and we just happen to be in the greatest city in the world In the greatest city in the world 'Cause I've been reading common sense by Thomas Paine So men say that I'm intense or I'm insane You want a revolution I want a revelation So listen to my declaration We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now History is happening in Manhattan and we just happen to be in the greatest city in the world In the greatest city in the world Work, work Angelica (Work, work) Eliza and Peggy (work, work) the Schuyler sisters (Work, work) we're looking for a mind at work, work Hey (work, work) hey (work, work) whoa (work, work) In the greatest, in the greatest city in the world In the greatest city in the world
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Written by: Lin-Manuel Miranda
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10 facts about this song
Broadway Soundtrack"The Schuyler Sisters" is part of the Original Broadway Soundtrack for "Hamilton," a musical written by Lin-Manuel Miranda. The album was released in 2015.
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Historical PerspectiveThe song introduces the characters of Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy Schuyler, who were real historical figures. The sisters were part of the social elite in 18th century New York.
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Representation of WomenThis song is seen as a powerful representation of the women in "Hamilton". It's one of the few songs in the soundtrack where female characters get a significant amount of time to express their thoughts and beliefs independent of male characters.
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Writers and PerformersMiranda composed and wrote the music and lyrics of "The Schuyler Sisters," while Renée Elise Goldsberry, Phillipa Soo, and Jasmine Cephas Jones performed as Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy, respectively.
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Genre MixThe song is a distinctive blend of pop, soul, and traditional showtune genres. Miranda is known for his ability to fuse different musical styles in his compositions.
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Motifs and Themes"The Schuyler Sisters" introduces recurring musical motifs and themes that reappear throughout the musical like female empowerment and the difference between the sisters' personalities.
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Critic RecognitionThe song has been critically acclaimed for its catchy melody, witty lyrics, and unique fusion of musical styles. It is often cited as one of the standout tracks in the "Hamilton" soundtrack.
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Audience FavoriteIt is one of the most popular songs from "Hamilton," beloved by audiences for its energy, its empowering message, and the performances of Goldsberry, Soo, and Cephas Jones.
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ChoreographyThe visual choreography for the song in stage performances is quite intricate and dynamic, adding another layer to the storytelling process.
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Pop Culture ImpactThe song's refrain, "Work!," has become iconic and has been widely quoted and referenced in pop culture.
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