If fans want to experience Hamilton, they’ll no longer have to hunt for affordable tickets. Instead, they can watch a live recording with the original cast on Disney+. Since its premiere on the streaming service, fans have praised it as being the exciting musical that they’ve envisioned. Hamilton hasn’t only resonated with old fans, but it also managed to bring in new ones.
As new fans are being introduced to Hamilton, they’re listening to all the songs from the play. The songs are all different and unique, but also catchy enough to even stand apart from the play.
Updated on June 11th, 2021 by Matthew Wilkinson: The beauty of Hamilton is that it brings a whole new twist to the musical genre, blending in rap along with the usual big vocals to make for an exciting soundtrack. It’s truly unlike anything else that exists, and it is one that people can get lost in. Whether it’s an emotional number, something upbeat, a huge medley of several songs Hamilton has something for every mood. But of all the songs in the musical, which are the ten that people are listening to the most on Spotify?
Non-Stop – 114 Million Listens
Being the last song of the first act, “Non-Stop” touches on everything that’s happened so far. After the war, Hamilton continues writing endlessly. Everyone around him, including Eliza and Burr, notice how much and how fasts he writes. They ask him why he keeps writing, but Hamilton doesn’t stop and works harder towards a new nation.
“Non-Stop” also brings back elements of earlier songs, such as “Helpless,” “History Has Its Eyes On You,” and “My Shot.” The song is a culmination of all the work the cast of the musical put forward thus far, and it couldn’t have worked better.
Guns & Ships – 123 Million Listens
Although Hamilton is the star of the musical, many of the side characters are given chances to shine. One of these characters is Lafayette during “Guns and Ships.” In the song, Lafayette displays his fast rapping skills and describes himself as a brutal French soldier for America.
Additionally, Lafayette convinces George Washington that he can use Hamilton for his smarts and tactics. “Guns and Ships” is an energetic and exciting song that also advances the narrative.
Wait For It – 139.7 Million Listens
Burr doesn’t like to show his stances on issues, but audiences did learn more about him in “Wait for It.” When Hamilton learns that Burr likes Theodosia, he questions why Burr doesn’t stop waiting to tell her. Once Hamilton is gone, Burr evaluates the differences between Hamilton and himself.
Hamilton goes after what he wants and gets it, while Burr remains neutral towards everything. Despite Hamilton’s success, Burr decides it’s better to wait, as people who go after what they want can get hurt. “Wait for It” is important for establishing Burr as more complex than he lets on.
Aaron Burr, Sir – 139.7 Million Listens
“Aaron Burr, Sir” is important as it’s the first time Hamilton and Burr meet one another. When Hamilton finds him, he asks for advice on how to graduate college early, as Burr did himself. When Burr sees Hamilton’s excitement, he tells him to talk less and keep a neutral position on everything.
Hamilton is taken aback by this since he’s always believed that having controversial opinions is better than having no opinions at all. “Aaron Burr, Sir” is the start of a rocky friendship and rivalry between Hamilton and Burr.
Helpless – 142 Million Listens
Fans of songs about romance will likely gravitate towards the Hamilton soundtrack. There are more than a few songs that deal with romantic love, like “Helpless.” In “Helpless,” Eliza and Hamilton’s love for one another blossoms to the point where they get married.
“Helpless” devotes just enough time to Hamilton and Eliza’s love to make it feel real and relatable. They managed to have an authentic, lovable connection in a sweet, silky song.
You’ll Be Back – 152 Million Listens
King George only appears a handful of times in the play, but it’s always a treat when he does. His first song, “You’ll Be Back,” encapsulates his relationship with America after the country became independent.
King George is shown to be controlling, manipulative, and childish when he doesn’t get what he wants all through the song. Coupled with the song’s bouncy and upbeat nature, it’s hard not to enjoy the outlandish performance.
The Schuyler Sisters – 156 Million
The Schuyler sisters have an unbreakable bond that’s shown throughout Hamilton. They care for one another over anything and anybody else, and that’s first shown in the song “The Schuyler Sisters.” Near the beginning of the song, the sisters go downtown to take part in the Revolution.
When Peggy reminds the rest of her sisters that their father said not to go, Eliza tells her she can leave if she wants. Peggy decides to stay and help her sisters find a mind at work. “The Schuyler Sisters” shows fans that the sisters are hard-working, loving, and supportive of one another.
Satisfied – 166 Million Listens
Another showing of the Schuyler sisters’ unbreakable bond is in “Satisfied.” When Angelica first meets Hamilton, she’s completely entranced by him. But she knows that Eliza also wants to be with him. Because of this, Angelica sets her own feelings aside so that Eliza and Hamilton can be together.
“Satisfied” shows that Angelica’s love for her sister is stronger than her love for Hamilton. Angelica also provides a nice range of emotions from being happy for Angelica, but also melancholic for losing Hamilton.
My Shot – 167 Million Listens
Not only does “My Shot” help establish who Hamilton is, but it also tells the goals of other characters. Through “My Shot,” audiences learn that Hamilton is smart and articulate, but he has trouble getting people to listen to him.
“My Shot” also conveys how Lafayette and Mulligan want America to be free, and how Laurens wants to end slavery. Even though “My Shot” comes back several times throughout the play, it hardly becomes dull to listen to.
Alexander Hamilton – 194 Million Listens
Spotify’s most popular song in Hamilton is also the first in the play. “Alexander Hamilton,” tells the audience the backstory of the titular character. Through the song, the audience learns that Hamilton is an overachiever despite the hardships he’s faced in life.
Additionally, the song introduces many of the characters in the play. It tells the characters’ relationships with Hamilton and goes into how the play ends. “Alexander Hamilton” does a good job of summarizing the play and characters, and all while being a catchy tune.
