Glee featured multiple major and secondary roles who have contributed vocals to the show: Lea Michele, Matthew Morrison, Dianna Agron, Cory Monteith, Amber Riley, Chris Colfer, Mark Salling, Jenna Ushkowitz, Kevin McHale, Naya Rivera, Heather Morris, Jayma Mays, Jane Lynch, Chord Overstreet, Darren Criss, Harry Shum, Jr., Damian McGinty, Vanessa Lengies, Samuel Larsen, Blake Jenner, Alex Newell, Melissa Benoist, Jacob Artist, and Dean Geyer. Numerous special guests have also featured on tracks, including Jonathan Groff, Kristin Chenoweth, Grant Gustin, Olivia Newton-John, John Stamos, Neil Patrick Harris, Idina Menzel, Charice, Gwyneth Paltrow, k.d. lang, Ricky Martin, Matt Bomer, Kate Hudson, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
The pilot episode of the show was broadcast on May 19, 2009 and the first season began airing on September 9, 2009. The show was created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan. Murphy selects all music featured within the series himself, with the intent of maintaining a balance between show tunes and chart hits. Songs featured on the show are available for digital download through iTunes up to two weeks before new episodes air, and through other digital outlets and mobile carriers a week later.
Their debut single, "Don't Stop Believin'", a cover of the 1981 Journey song, was a top ten hit, and was certified platinum in Australia and gold in the US. The group's cover of The All-American Rejects' "Gives You Hell" reached number one in Ireland, giving them their first number one single.
There has been Nineteen soundtracks released through Columbia Records: Glee: The Music, Volume 1, Glee: The Music, Volume 2, Glee: The Music, Volume 3 Showstoppers, Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album, Glee: The Music, Volume 4, Glee: The Music, Volume 5, Glee: The Music, Volume 6, Glee: The Music, Volume 7 and Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 2,Glee: The Music, Volume 7,Glee: The Music, The Graduation Album,Glee: The Music, Season 4, Volume 1,Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 3,Glee Sings the Beatles and Glee: The Music - Celebrating 100 Episodes.
Nineteen EPs have also been released: Glee: The Music, The Power of Madonna, Glee: The Music, Journey to Regionals,Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show.Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show,Glee: The Music, Love Songs,Glee: The Music, The Rocky Horror Glee Show,Glee: The Music, Love Songs,Glee: The Music, Dance Party,Britney 2.0,Glee: The Music Presents Glease,The Quarterback (Music from the TV Series),A Katy or a Gaga (Music from the Episode),Movin' Out,Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album Volume 4,City of Angels,New New York,Glee: The Music, Bash,Glee: The Music, Tested,Glee: The Music, Opening Night,Glee: The Music, the Back Up Plan,Glee: The Music, Old Dog, New Tricks,Glee: The Music – The Untitled Rachel Berry Project,Glee: The Music – Loser Like Me and Glee: The Music – Homecoming.
The cast is second behind The Beatles for most chart appearances by a group act in the Billboard Hot 100's history, and holds the record of sixth overall among all artists, with sixty-nine appearances. The cast has sold over thirty six million and over eleven million albums worldwide. The series' cover versions have also had a positive effect on the original recording artists, with sales of Rihanna's "Take a Bow" increasing by 189 percent after the song was covered in the Glee episode "Showmance".
The series features covers of numerous songs sung on-screen by the characters. Musical segments typically take the form of performances, as opposed to the characters singing spontaneously, as the intention is for the series to remain reality-based. Murphy is responsible for selecting all of the songs used, and strives to maintain a balance between show tunes and chart hits, as: "I want there to be something for everybody in every episode. That's a tricky mix, but that's very important — the balancing of that." Song choices are integral to script development, with Murphy explaining: "Each episode has a theme at its core. After I write the script, I will choose songs that help to move the story along."
Glee is choreographed by Zach Woodlee, and features five to eight production numbers per episode. Once music rights are cleared, songs are arranged and pre-recorded by the cast. Woodlee constructs the accompanying dance moves, which are then taught to the cast and filmed. Numbers can take several weeks to prepare, depending on complexity. Each episode costs at least $3 million to produce, and can take up to 10 days to film as a result of the elaborate choreography.
As If We Never Said Goodbye
Glee Cast Lyrics
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I don't know why I'm frightened: I know my way around here
The cardboard trees, the painted seas, the sound here...
Yes, a world to rediscover
But I'm not in any hurry
And I need a moment
The whispered conversations in overcrowded hallways
Feel the early morning madness
Feel the magic in the making
Why, everything's as if we never said goodbye
I've spent so many mornings just trying to resist you
I'm trembling now, you can't know how I've missed you
Missed the fairy tale adventure
In this ever-spinning playground
We were young together
I'm coming out of make-up, the lights already burning
Not long until the cameras will start turning...
And the early morning madness
And the magic in the making
Yes, everything's as if we never said goodbye
I don't want to be alone, that's all in the past
This world's waited long enough: I've come home at last!
And this time will be bigger and brighter than we knew it
So watch me fly, we all know I can do it...
Could I stop my hands from shaking?
Has there ever been a moment
With so much to live for?
The whispered conversations in overcrowded hallways
So much to say, not just today, but always...
We'll have early morning madness
We'll have magic in the making
Yes, everything's as if we never said goodbye
Yes, everything's as if we never said goodbye...
We taught the world new ways to dream!
The Glee Cast's rendition of "As If We Never Said Goodbye" is a song that explores the feelings of nostalgia that come with returning to a place and thinking about the memories you had there. The song begins with Kurt expressing his fear but also his familiarity with the place he's in. He reminisces about the memories he had in the past and is glad to be back. The whispered conversations and atmosphere are as thrilling as always, and he feels the magic in the making, just like before. The song then shifts to discussing a particular person that Kurt is thinking about, someone who he's missed and spent so many mornings trying to resist. He's excited to have an adventure, feel the early morning madness, and everything is as if they never said goodbye.
As the song progresses, Kurt expresses his excitement for what's about to come. He's starting a new chapter and feels ready to embrace it. He no longer wants to be alone and wants to move past the past. He's ready for a new beginning, something that will be bigger and brighter than he ever thought. He believes that he's capable of achieving anything he sets his mind to, and he's excited about what the world has to offer.
Overall, "As If We Never Said Goodbye" is a song about looking back on the past, the memories that we cherished there, and moving forward into a new beginning with a renewed sense of adventure and excitement. The lyrics are beautifully written, and the Glee Cast performs this song with a lot of heart and emotion.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why I'm frightened: I know my way around here
Despite being intimidated by the environment, I'm not afraid because I'm familiar with my surroundings.
The cardboard trees, the painted seas, the sound here...
The artificial elements of this world are strangely comforting to me.
Yes, a world to rediscover
I'm excited to explore and rediscover the world around me.
But I'm not in any hurry
I'm willing to take my time and savor the experience.
And I need a moment
I need a moment to gather myself and prepare for what's to come.
The whispered conversations in overcrowded hallways
The hushed conversations in crowded spaces are a familiar part of this world.
The atmosphere, as thrilling here as always
The atmosphere of this world is always filled with excitement and energy.
Feel the early morning madness
The frenzied activity in the early morning hours is invigorating.
Feel the magic in the making
There is a sense of wonder and creativity in the air.
Why, everything's as if we never said goodbye
Everything feels familiar and unchanged, as if no time has passed since our last visit.
I've spent so many mornings just trying to resist you
I've tried to resist the temptation to return to this world so many times.
I'm trembling now, you can't know how I've missed you
I'm overwhelmed with emotion at the thought of returning to this world.
Missed the fairy tale adventure
I've missed the sense of adventure and magic that this world provides.
In this ever-spinning playground
This world is a constantly evolving and exciting place to explore.
We were young together
This world holds a special place in my heart, as I grew up here.
I'm coming out of make-up, the lights already burning
I'm about to step back into the spotlight, and the anticipation is building.
Not long until the cameras will start turning...
The cameras are about to start rolling, and I'm ready to perform.
And the early morning madness
The craziness of early morning is about to begin, and I'm excited to be a part of it.
And the magic in the making
The process of creating something magical is about to begin, and I'm ready to contribute.
Yes, everything's as if we never said goodbye
Despite my absence, everything is familiar and unchanged.
I don't want to be alone, that's all in the past
I don't want to feel isolated or disconnected anymore; I'm ready to be a part of a community.
This world's waited long enough: I've come home at last!
After being away for so long, I'm finally returning home to a place where I feel like I belong.
And this time will be bigger and brighter than we knew it
I'm excited for what the future holds, and know that it will be even better than before.
So watch me fly, we all know I can do it...
I'm ready to take on the challenges that come my way, and am confident in my ability to succeed.
Could I stop my hands from shaking?
I'm so excited and nervous that even my hands are shaking.
Has there ever been a moment
This moment is so special and significant, I can't help but wonder if anything like it has ever happened before.
With so much to live for?
There are so many opportunities and experiences waiting for me, and I'm ready to live my life to the fullest.
So much to say, not just today, but always...
There is so much to express and share in this world, both in the present moment and always.
We'll have early morning madness
The frenzied activity of early morning hours will always be a part of our world.
We'll have magic in the making
There will always be a sense of wonder and creativity in our world.
Yes, everything's as if we never said goodbye
Despite our absence, everything remains familiar and unchanged. We've taught the world new ways to dream!
Contributed by Chloe D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Xeebunny
In my honest opinion, this is one of the best songs Chris has ever sung in the show. He really blows me away.
jophur
His voice is magic.. i can't describe how i love this song in Chris voice
Kurtsiecolferite S
One of Chris’s best solos! His voice is so pure and angelic.
melanielandon96
I love Chris Colfer SO much, and I really think this song is my favorite Kurt's solo on Glee. he is AMAZING in it <3
Sedisa Repartiments
Don't forget Blackbird...
Astrid Ovando
As if me never say goodbye y being alive los solos que mas me gustan de Kurt
karmaisacat
Chris has the voice of an angel... wow.
💜Jaydyn Nelson💜
Agreed!!
Sola
We're singing this at my school and I tried out for the solo and everyone said I had a beautiful voice and some people say I can't sing and I was proud of myself
Chloe Gallacher
This is one of the best glee songs i love kurts voice it almost makes me cry because its sooooooo beautiful#love it💘💗💕💖💟💞💝👍