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Vulture said the song was reminiscent of Eminem's "Lose Yourself". [7] TapInto notes that this song becomes ironic by the end of the musical because Hamilton does, indeed, throw away his shot in the fatal duel with Aaron Burr. [8] Deadline notes that "I am not throwing away my shot" becomes Hamilton's mantra. [9]
An artistic interpretation of the duel. The song begins in Burr's perspective. Burr states ten facts about the duel (particularly facts that made it clear that Hamilton had the advantage) as a reprise of "Ten Duel Commandments" plays, noting that the duel is taking place in the same spot where Hamilton's son was killed in a duel.
In "My Shot", Hamilton describes himself as an abolitionist. Hamilton generally opposed slavery, but scholars have disputed if he could be described as an abolitionist. Despite once being the president of the New York Manumission Society, the fight against slavery wasn't considered a "mission" to him.
"Right Hand Man" is the eighth song from Act 1 of the musical Hamilton, based on the life of Alexander Hamilton, which premiered on Broadway in 2015. Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote both the music and lyrics to the song. The song introduces then-General George Washington to the musical, and culminates with Hamilton becoming his eponymous "right-hand man".
Much of the song, particularly towards its beginning, functions as a reprise of "My Shot", as Hamilton remarks on how potential death lies ahead. The song contains a hint of " Lose Yourself " by Eminem , as well as a lyrical reference to A Tribe Called Quest's track " Jazz (We've Got) ," one of many callbacks in the musical to hip-hop and rap .
Young powered the Hawks to a wild 124-121 win over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night with one of the most ridiculous shots of his career. Young's shot was only half of the finish at the Delta Center.
[35] Hamilton could have thrown away his shot by firing into the ground, thus possibly signaling Burr of his purpose. Modern historians have debated to what extent Hamilton's statements and letter represent his true beliefs, and how much of this was a deliberate attempt to permanently ruin Burr if Hamilton were killed.
His son Maxx, 16, is a theologist, and Hamilton says they often host friends from the ministry. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of ...