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Yes, Amanda Seyfried auditioned for Wicked — but that viral video isn’t her audition tape. The Oscar nominee, 39, dispelled social media chatter that a video of her performing “Popular ...
"Popular" was written by the composer Stephen Schwartz for the first act of the 2003 musical Wicked. It is sung by the character Glinda and is considered the character's definitive song, while also including brief dialogue interludes by Elphaba. While writing the song, Schwartz imagined one of "those cheerleaders" — "She was the most popular ...
Christopher Joseph Isaak (born June 26, 1956) [2] [3] is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional actor. Noted for his reverb-laden rockabilly revivalist style and wide vocal range, he is popularly known for his breakthrough hit and signature song "Wicked Game"; as well as international hits such as "Blue Hotel", "Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing", and "Somebody's Crying".
Amanda Seyfried was long a fan favorite to play Glinda in the Wicked movie.Now she’s opening up about not getting the role — and that video of her singing one of the film’s most iconic songs.
"Popular" is perhaps the song most associated with the role of Glinda in Wicked. She sings about the many perks of popularity while making over Elphaba, who will become the Wicked Witch of the West.
Her second solo single as RAIGN, a cover of "Wicked Game" by Chris Isaak, was released on 7 October 2014 as an electropop number. [3] The New York-based electronic duo Mysto & Pizzi mixed the song. [11] At that point Mysto & Pizzi, also known for their work with Avicii and Justin Timberlake, [16] were helping produce much of her work.
The Oscar-winning composer shares his writing process for Wicked's iconic songs, from 'Popular' to 'Defying Gravity'
The vocal melodies performed by Swire were inspired by Chris Isaak's song "Wicked Game". [3] The song was made originally specifically for Pete Tong's BBC Radio 1 Essential Selection show on October 10, 2008. [4] Deadmau5 was a guest on the show along with Steve Angello (the two, with Tong, were playing a live set in Manchester, England on that ...