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.
At Last
Glee Cast Lyrics
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Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me, baby
Do you recognize me? (oh)
Well, it's been a year
It doesn't surprise me (Christmas)
I wrapped it up and sent it (last Christmas)
With a note saying, "I love you"
I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (I gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
This year
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (I'll give it someone special, special)
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year
To save me from tears (save me from tears)
I'll give it to someone special, special (I'll give it someone special)
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A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My God, I thought you were
Someone to rely on (someone to rely on)
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A man undercover but you tore me apart (ooh, ooh)
Now I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
But the very next day (very next day)
You gave it away (gave it away)
This year
To save me from tears (save me from tears)
I'll give it to someone special, special (oh, oh, oh)
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (I gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (you gave me away)
This year
To save me from tears (save me from tears)
I'll give it to someone special (I'll give it to someone (special)
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum (gave you my heart)
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The song "Last Christmas" by Glee Cast is a cover of the original song by Wham! released in 1984. The lyrics follow the story of a narrator who gave their heart to someone they loved last Christmas, but it was given away the next day. This Christmas, the singer resolves to give their heart to someone special and avoid being hurt again. The lyrics touch upon themes of heartbreak, loss, and the hope for finding true love.
The first verse sets the stage for the story, revealing the singer's heartbreak as their love was betrayed last Christmas. Despite being wary this year, the singer remains hopeful that they will find someone special to give their heart to. In the second verse, the singer reflects on their relationship with the person they gave their heart to last Christmas, revealing that they were let down by someone they thought they could rely on. The final verse wraps up the story with a message of hope and love.
The song's upbeat tone and catchy melody have made it a holiday favorite, often played at parties and events during the Christmas season. Its popularity has also led to multiple covers and remixes, making it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Last Christmas
Refers to the past Christmas.
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
The singer gave their heart/love to the person they're addressing.
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
The person they gave their heart to got rid of it almost immediately.
This year
Refers to the current Christmas.
To save me from tears
The artist is trying to prevent themselves from getting upset/hurt again.
I'll give it to someone special (special)
The singer will give their heart/love to someone who will appreciate it and not get rid of it.
Once bitten and twice shy
The singer has been hurt before and is hesitant to put themselves in a similar situation.
I keep my distance
The artist is actively avoiding getting too close to the person they're addressing.
But you still catch my eye
Despite their efforts, the person they're addressing still manages to get their attention.
Tell me, baby
The artist is asking the person they're addressing a question in an affectionate/romantic way.
Do you recognize me? (oh)
The singer is worried that the person they're addressing may have forgotten about them or moved on.
Well, it's been a year
A reminder that a year has passed since the last Christmas.
It doesn't surprise me (Christmas)
The singer is not surprised that they're still thinking about the person they're addressing during the Christmas season.
I wrapped it up and sent it (last Christmas)
The singer packaged up their heart/love and gave it to the person they're addressing the last Christmas.
With a note saying, "I love you" I meant it
The singer included a note expressing their love for the person they're addressing and genuinely meant it.
Now I know what a fool I've been
The artist realizes that they were foolish to give their heart/love to someone who didn't appreciate it.
But if you kissed me now, I know you'd fool me again
The artist is still vulnerable to the person they're addressing and worries that they would be tricked into giving their heart/love again if the person made a romantic gesture towards them.
A crowded room
The singer is in a noisy, busy environment with lots of people.
Friends with tired eyes
The people around the singer are tired or worn out.
I'm hiding from you
The artist is actively trying to avoid the person they're addressing.
And your soul of ice
The person they're addressing has a cold, distant personality.
My God, I thought you were
The artist used to believe that the person they're addressing was trustworthy and kind-hearted.
Someone to rely on (someone to rely on)
The singer thought they could count on the person they're addressing for support and comfort.
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
The artist was there for the person they're addressing to lean on for emotional support, but the person took advantage of their kindness.
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
The singer has found someone new who is passionate and full of love.
A man undercover but you tore me apart (ooh, ooh)
The person they're addressing pretended to be someone else/hide their true personality and broke the singer's heart.
Now I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
The singer has moved on and found a new love that they trust won't hurt them like the person they're addressing did.
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Written by: George Michael
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