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.
We Will Rock You
Glee Cast Lyrics
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Playin' in the street gonna be a big man some day
You got mud on yo' face
You big disgrace
Kickin' your can all over the place
Singin'
We will we will rock you
We will we will rock you
Shoutin' in the street gonna take on the world some day
You got blood on yo' face
You big disgrace
Wavin' your banner all over the place
We will we will rock you
(Sing it!)
We will we will rock you
Buddy you're an old man poor man
Pleadin' with your eyes gonna make you some peace some day
You got mud on your face
You big disgrace
Somebody better put you back into your place
We will we will rock you
(Sing it!)
We will we will rock you
(Everybody)
We will we will rock you
We will we will rock you
(Alright)
The song "We Will Rock You" by the Glee Cast is a classic rock anthem that serves as a powerful motivational anthem. The song depicts different stages of life, beginning as a boy playing in the street, then moving on to a defiant, young man, and finally concluding with an old man who has learned the value of peace. The song encourages people to persevere through the challenges of life and to never give up on their dreams.
The opening lines, "Buddy, you're a boy, make a big noise," are a call to action, urging listeners to stay bold and loud, even when facing obstacles. The second verse, "Buddy, you're a young man, hard man," further emphasizes the message of perseverance, telling us to keep shouting even as we grow older. The final verse, "Buddy, you're an old man, poor man," reminds us that with age comes wisdom, and that even when we might not have as much strength as we once did, we can still make a difference in the world.
The repetition of "We will rock you" throughout the song serves as a rallying cry, urging people to come together, making the song a powerful anthem that has been played at countless sporting events, concerts, and celebrations for years. The song encourages people to stand up for what they believe in, to speak up, and to take action.
Overall, "We Will Rock You" is a powerful anthem which serves as a reminder that we all have the power within us to make a big noise, and to create positive change in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Buddy you're a boy make a big noise
Hey there young boy, make a lot of commotion
Playin' in the street gonna be a big man some day
Keep playing around in the streets, you'll be a great man someday
You got mud on yo' face
There's dirt on your face
You big disgrace
You should be ashamed of yourself
Kickin' your can all over the place
Just throwing your garbage all over the ground
Singin'
Saying out loud
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
Buddy you're a young man hard man
Hey there tough young man
Shoutin' in the street gonna take on the world some day
Yelling in the streets, you're going to conquer the world one day
You got blood on yo' face
There is blood on your face
You big disgrace
You should be ashamed of yourself
Wavin' your banner all over the place
Waving your flag everywhere
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
(Sing it!)
(Say it loud!)
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
Buddy you're an old man poor man
Hey there old man, lacking finances
Pleadin' with your eyes gonna make you some peace some day
You're begging to have some peace in your life
You got mud on your face
There is some dirt on your face
You big disgrace
You should be ashamed of yourself
Somebody better put you back into your place
Someone needs to tell you where you belong
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
(Sing it!)
(Say it loud!)
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
(Everybody)
(Everyone singing)
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
We will we will rock you
Our group will be amazing and inspiring
(Alright)
(Good job)
Contributed by Alexander O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Andrea1542
I only said that comment, cuz i was jus feeling the power of the song.
But honestly i never really wanted to hurt anyone’s feelings.
Cuz I’m not really wanting to show the hurting.
But I’m sorry.
Cuz violence doesn’t really solves anything.
Kirsti Swanson
Ok why didn't they just keep Marley, Jake, Ryder & Unique in glee season 6.
Gerald LeJeune
My opinion is Cory’s death messed up a lot of what they had planned for season five and a lot of the season 4 new kids so they just scrapped most except for Kitty and went another direction.
Iona Clark
@Clasher Tay or Disney Plus
The Sickone
@Grace Grey kitty was in season 6 she came back to the group
J BROZ
Sue expelled them
The Sickone
@Clasher Tay Netflix
Melissa Bolt
Ryder's part was my favorite. So was Jake's tap dancing part.
chimsbunn
this scene was just gold. especially after season 3. this was just awesome
A
Sorry, but I'm just here for Kevin's vocals and Jacob's moves.
lilah
Same