I think most people don’t realize this, but the question in this song title is answered by the repetition of the word “time.” Time is the answer. Time is who tells the story. Yes, Eliza preserved a lot of writings of his and his work. She pushed the legacy through. But time is the ultimate story teller. As evidenced by the writers of this whole play.
Ugh, this song makes me cry! It's just, with everything we just witnessed. From Hamilton moving to NY from the Caribbean, to Phillip's death, and to the duel between Burr and Hamilton. The music that's used to tell the story. The story itself! It's so cool! Hearing the first cords of this song has to be the saddest part of the musical. Imagine, you're sitting in your seat, witnessing one of the best things to ever happen in musical history! You're a new comer to the musical and you've loved it so far, then this song comes on. A few people around you start to get ready to leave, you're supper confused since you didn't hear the soundtrack before hand. You sit there for the entire rest of the musical and while watching the actors on stage singing this song you realize it's about to end. The beauty of Hamilton. The amazing things Eliza did for Hamilton and every else. The awesome music and the fantastic acting will end in a few minutes. That would hit me like a bunch of bricks. I would start to cry. And then, there's Eliza's gasps as she realized Lin told their stories to crowds and crowds of a thousand people at a time. So beautiful!
I just Realized. When it says Madison’s part, it says “President Madison” Maddison became president after Hamilton’s death. As Hamilton died in 1804. He became president in 1809. Meaning this song is played in the 21st Century.
You don't have to read this entire thing if you don't want to. It's just kind of my train of thought in general and it's kinda boring but it might be interesting for some people to at least read the end of it because it has an important message.
"And when my time is up, have I done enough? Will they tell my story?" This line in particular hits hard for me, though the whole song and indeed musical is incredible. Still, I can relate to Eliza, wanting to prove herself, wanting to know if at the end of my life, will I have done enough? Will someone tell my story? I don't want to be forgotten, that is one of my worst fears. I want people to remember me, to know that I've made a difference and left enough of an impression on this world that others will remember me. As a wise man once said, "you die two times, the first when your heart stops beating, the second when your name is uttered for the last time". I suppose we all feel this way, though. We all want to be remembered, to leave our marks, to know that our lives were significant and we've done enough. But I can especially relate to Eliza and this line, as someone who struggles with low self-esteem and often feeling like I'm not good enough. Like my life isn't that important. I'm terrified of winding up a "failure", just a drain on society. Growing up, I learned that my worth is what I can give, how much I can give. I was told by my abuser that I'd never make anything of myself, I'd spend my whole life living at home, a parasite. I'm determined to prove him wrong. So when I die... will I have done enough? That is the question which haunts me. When will I have done enough? When will I be enough?
I love this song. I've done couple of research about it and that why this song made me cry. its beautiful.
This is probably a reminder! Do what you can while you’re alive right now! Make a difference! Change your wicked ways and change! Come to the Lord God
I think most people don’t realize this, but the question in this song title is answered by the repetition of the word “time.” Time is the answer. Time is who tells the story. Yes, Eliza preserved a lot of writings of his and his work. She pushed the legacy through. But time is the ultimate story teller. As evidenced by the writers of this whole play.
Ugh, this song makes me cry! It's just, with everything we just witnessed. From Hamilton moving to NY from the Caribbean, to Phillip's death, and to the duel between Burr and Hamilton. The music that's used to tell the story. The story itself! It's so cool! Hearing the first cords of this song has to be the saddest part of the musical. Imagine, you're sitting in your seat, witnessing one of the best things to ever happen in musical history! You're a new comer to the musical and you've loved it so far, then this song comes on. A few people around you start to get ready to leave, you're supper confused since you didn't hear the soundtrack before hand. You sit there for the entire rest of the musical and while watching the actors on stage singing this song you realize it's about to end. The beauty of Hamilton. The amazing things Eliza did for Hamilton and every else. The awesome music and the fantastic acting will end in a few minutes. That would hit me like a bunch of bricks. I would start to cry. And then, there's Eliza's gasps as she realized Lin told their stories to crowds and crowds of a thousand people at a time. So beautiful!
I came from that tiktok that says this song is about eren and now I’m crying 😭
So I’m more emotional due to some stuff and now I’m crying and started to as soon as it said “I put myself back in the narrative”
No offense ig but these comments are sooo random. I’m so glad I found this video though! I needed it for my vid lol
I’m crying so much but I’m determined to learn all the lyrics
Is it just me that whenever I listen to this I tear up because it reminds me of Norman from tpn?
This made cry 😭
I just Realized. When it says Madison’s part, it says “President Madison” Maddison became president after Hamilton’s death. As Hamilton died in 1804. He became president in 1809. Meaning this song is played in the 21st Century.
You don't have to read this entire thing if you don't want to. It's just kind of my train of thought in general and it's kinda boring but it might be interesting for some people to at least read the end of it because it has an important message.
"And when my time is up, have I done enough? Will they tell my story?" This line in particular hits hard for me, though the whole song and indeed musical is incredible. Still, I can relate to Eliza, wanting to prove herself, wanting to know if at the end of my life, will I have done enough? Will someone tell my story? I don't want to be forgotten, that is one of my worst fears. I want people to remember me, to know that I've made a difference and left enough of an impression on this world that others will remember me. As a wise man once said, "you die two times, the first when your heart stops beating, the second when your name is uttered for the last time". I suppose we all feel this way, though. We all want to be remembered, to leave our marks, to know that our lives were significant and we've done enough. But I can especially relate to Eliza and this line, as someone who struggles with low self-esteem and often feeling like I'm not good enough. Like my life isn't that important. I'm terrified of winding up a "failure", just a drain on society. Growing up, I learned that my worth is what I can give, how much I can give. I was told by my abuser that I'd never make anything of myself, I'd spend my whole life living at home, a parasite. I'm determined to prove him wrong. So when I die... will I have done enough? That is the question which haunts me. When will I have done enough? When will I be enough?
This song always makes cry
Is it just me or does the beginning have a moana vibe
Why do I cry so bad while hearing and singing this
My tears
This is amazing!
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Trying out for a solo as Eliza in this song!!