Alan Menken and His Leading Ladies: Donna Murphy and Mother Gothel

Donna Murphy re-creates her performance as Mother Gothel in Tangled, and Alan Menken talks about his inspiration for the character's signature song.

[@moogaboogaa]

Holy frick if they made a live action Tangled she could still play her.

[@nicolasnata5220]

Oh, a Shaggy

[@nicolasnata5220]

Playbill - Poor Murderer.

[@simeonwitten3636]

she played the same character in a production of Into the Woods. wish kinda granted.

[@Yobidefy]

Maggie well Its her movie. They used her image to create Mother Gothel. Same with Mandy moore if she dyed her Hair, she would look like Rapunzel.

[@AuraKumo104]

They would probably ruin it and cast some famous celebrity to play Gothel and ruin the movie like they did with most of the crappy remakes.

[@kimbo1328]

I love her voice so much so soothing in a weird way

[@briarrose7584]

it has that very sultry lounge like feel when she speaks and sings

[@noelanza6617]

True fav disney villain

[@NathanielPx]

Its motherly haha

[@cococ0714]

her voice is soothing in the best way

[@michellegreen6040]

Yesss

[@angelobello-an471]

She's secretly Mother Gothel irl, hiding a princess with a magic healing hair. There's no doubt about it.
How can she be so beautiful at 60?!

[@derpyquag7617]

Ikr

[@jonathandpg6115]

Wtf she is 60? Omg she would be perfect for a live action. Honestly she really nails the song

[@user-fp2wx2mg7o]

because she has a magic flower

[@ravenred6878]

Excuse me 60?!?!

[@Yupp12078]

Lmao ahahahha best comment

[@abdallaaltaza5287]

She is the best Disney Villain ever 😍

[@simeonwitten3636]

RIGHT?!?!

[@TheProtagonist2020]

I know, right?

[@boratbagatov9728]

lol doesn't hold a candle to Ursula

[@eleen78]

Chill to my bone.

[@VivaLaDnDLogs]

I was shocked she could remember the song so well; then it hit me, how would I feel if I had my *own* Disney song? I would absolutely make it mine and sing it forever.

[@oshahott2532]

Her voice is just so clear and she has so much control over it! She's abslolutely astounding!

[@RE-nv4we]

perfect diction too

[@margaritaperla]

She has 2 Tony awards

[@oshahott2532]

@@margaritaperla That's far too few for someone like her.

[@almiramaecainglet7714]

Really, mother Gothel was so dark for me. She uses emotional abuse. Makes you guilty for your actions. It's like walking on eggshells with her and having to grow up with that kind of person, is traumatizing. You wouldn't even realize how deep your scars are until youre on your on your own finding it hard to socialize and you constantly want to please other people which always ends up to be self destructing. It's hard. Mother Gothel will always be the darkest villain for me because she exists in reality.
PS
Murphy did a really great job playing mother Gothel though ❤️❤️❤️

[@elisam.2896]

She's a very stereotype but I grew up with a mother like this and yes, you are very right, it's very difficult growing up with someone like that. Rapunzel is going to have some very latent issues, a hair cut and a pretty boy is not going to fix all that trauma lemme tell you.

[@no-uk9vu]

so real

[@plantcraftie4141]

I don't get why I didn't see that mother Gothel literally represents my own mother. I didn't have to sing for her, that's probably why. But at my worst, I even felt guilty for studying for school. That made me think... a lot.

[@Demitchii]

The darkest.

[@kalea_lee]

​@@elisam.2896 so true. I think it is only the people who grew up with a mother like this can understand this feeling. This type of mothers are toxic. Every time I see Rapunzel finally escape from her mother Gothel, I was so happy for her. I wish I can do the same thing just like her. But in real life, it is so much harder than you thing. Alway feel guilty. But I'm still trying for myself. It's important to prioritise our own mental and emotional health when a toxic person around us.

[@gabriellepangan8174]

Her face is so calming, and her voice omg. So amazing.

[@jeonjungkook9981]

Yeah

[@mevox]

the way she gets into character so quickly is amazing

[@peesha4742]

Ugh Donna Murphy is BRILLIANT

[@abi926]

WHY DOES SHE SOUND THE EXACT SAME

[@mushymoom2975]

Because she’s the voice actor of mother gothel

[@jillianeliana8384]

i lost some braincells while Reading this comment

[@pasayloearonaldrich1919]

@@jillianeliana8384 same honey

[@n.a4342]

i'm having a stroke reading this comment

[@bolt5291]

She meant the exact same as the recording almost like she is lip singing

[@TommyLellan]

I’ve never seen such a melding of voice actor to animated character as with Tangled. All three of the leads actors ARE their parts.

[@Riccardo89]

Such a goddess. She has the voice, the beauty and the attitude

[@bvarqz03]

I wanna watch the rest of thissss

[@juanbuldo6484]

Me too!!! Where can I watch it???

[@simpfelicity2024]

her laugh omg it's so naturally wicked lol love it

[@24canie]

Looking and sounding that georgous at 60?? Woow are we sure she isnt mother gothel irl?

[@ynnavy]

Tangled has the best voice actors ever! Their characterization fits perfectly.

[@iglesianinagenda4124]

Srsly I hear that line "motheerr knows best" so cute and alluring at the same time!
If live action will be done, I wish she'll play her role as the mother of Rapunzel

[@rodbonjovi1884]

Ah Otto I love this girl

[@aayushi6623]

ATE THAT

[@supremeoverlorde2109]

She has such a beautiful voice --- and so much control, too. I remember being blown away by her performance in Tangled even when I was a kid.

[@fai6139]

So much clarity in her voice!! Very bright!!!!

[@titleAzure]

Ugh I don’t even know what to say. She is so good 😍

[@blessing291]

same... like....ughhhhhhhhhhh 1million x 100

[@alejandromondragon2371]

Ugh she is just fabulous the way she instantly clicks into it - she exudes confidence and finesse and grace I’m such a fan

[@Ralph032789]

Not only her voice is so iconic, even the way she enunciate some of the words are very distinct.

[@OkraDayss]

I absolutely love her singing voice and her theatre style!! Donna Murphy is incredible! I also adore Alan Menkin’s music scores!! His work on Tangled, Pocahontas, and so many others are absolutely beautiful sounding and amazing!

[@Merina2222]

whoa she's gorgeous WHAT

[@princepeterwolf]

She's the absolute best omg

[@imnumber142]

More! 😭😭😭😭😭

[@jasmineli9635]

shes attractive, i love her voice
holy moly

[@user-ih4fd9sf8x]

This women is perfection. Mother ❤

[@3sha214]

The voice fits character perfectly. Plus she is gorgeous and very talented and yes she definitely found the fountain of youth!

[@happyhousewife1206]

She is the character.

[@kayland.5724]

I love her voice omg
It's...like sturdy, richly colored and masterly made silk

[@arisasisa2343]

I don't know why but i really love this song and her voice🤗

[@oujimandias6485]

Ah Peter, Rosie knows best!

[@FishAreFood]

Damn. She’s hotter than I imagined. Love you DONNA MURPHY❤️ queen

[@FishAreFood]

Hey CJ, It’s Don Don the Bon-Bon, love you more hun. Wanna come to my mansion?? Xox

[@FishAreFood]

OMG, AN HONOUR. Of course Don Bon, what’s your address?? Love CJ

[@FishAreFood]

@Carl Johnson it’s Grove Street, home, atleast it was before i came and ---

[@FishAreFood]

@DonnyTheBaddie thank you hun, see u soon 😘❤️ love you

[@FishAreFood]

@CJ love u more daddy Cock Juniour xox

[@kosmos5177]

Like I know she's the voice for Gothel, but omg they sound the exact same holy crap! She's amazing!!!

[@laurenrosales915]

The wink IM DEAD

[@kmnkamonnit2250]

She is so beautiful OMG I love her voice and everything of her performance

[@MultiProudMother]

Brilliant

[@Nox.INkRecords]

She's amazing!

[@betchfmdblock]

to those not familiar with Donna Murphy yet, look up her performance of Could I Leave You?... she will blow you away. ❤️

[@gisellescheeks2389]

The way she says dear is the best

[@esirex7371]

Donna looks GREAT!!!

[@augustinsalavastru6706]

This woman îs a goldmine :|
And genuine voice❤

[@ZuzuChannel]

She's so beautiful

[@KRIZIAYANEZA]

omg she's so GOOOOD!!! goosebumps!!!

[@anneliseromine1161]

They need to do a live action remake of it with her playing Mother Gothel!

[@dontbemean3942]

O .... my god she is everything ... the voice and the expressions on 1000%

[@bellaj5576]

mommy? sorry. mommy?

[@shishirleyy]

SHE IS SO FREAKIN AMAZING

[@sniperofshadow]

WoW she really knows best

[@kajalchoudhary9886]

She is so pretty

[@abigailenubla2744]

I LOVE HER VOICE PERFECT DISNEY VILLAIN

[@mr.mrs.linville2848]

Omg shes beautiful.❤

[@swiftieforlife_13]

me while watching in 2020 : woow mom ill be a
singer like mandy moore

[@isaaa_vv]

ATEEEEEE i love her

[@njapostol]

I work with actors on a daily basis I have to say this this lady absolutely world class excellence. Just fascinating to watch

[@cheliae8560]

She sings it brilliantly 🏆🏆

[@jaspspiritual8966]

I love her so much we need a full live preformance

[@afkoyuncu5886]

LIVE ACTION WITH HER!!!

[@pinkyymonster537]

Her poise!!! ooh so beautiful💕

[@sapphirell00]

she’s so elegant I love it

[@alliahaleakim8951]

she is so elegant

[@niksistalking]

I WANT MORE!!!!!

[@richellerozol5835]

Oh.. So classy... Love her voice..and her persona...😍

[@KayLange]

She is absolutely wonderful! wow!

[@zina2435]

SHES SO COOL

[@kelseymumford2481]

definitely in the top 3 villains. i ADORE this film and this song. Always my go-to on my way to Disneyland!

[@auroraisabella5179]

Omg her voice gives me chills. Absolutely lovely ❤️❤️❤️

[@jaybonn5973]

*sigh* shes amazing

[@kevinmotaung4586]

Donna Murphy is so beautiful

[@ivysn13]

she’s so PRETTY OMG

[@mauriciopoire4809]

Donna is actually hiding a magic haired princess in her house to keep herself this talented, beautiful and young forever.
I have no proof, but no doubt either.

[@misslawless6021]

Best voice actress ever

[@WHALEx3]

A love this woman’s voice

[@catherinejoycarbonell7544]

i can be her pet if rapunzel doesn't want to 🥵🥺

[@fleetwood7538]

It's crazy how actors can tap into character like that. Almost scary.

[@koi1909]

imagine you told a joke and she begins to laugh.....
ngl i luv her voice its deep and villainous and the actress is super pretty.

[@stephaniebea6073]

Her voice is fabulous

[@warriorsatheart3968]

I want a full version of this so much yall

[@TT-cx3rf]

Oh ghad i love her!!!!!!!

[@florakay364]

Omg i love ver

[@beemo617]

She still looks soooo fine at 60! I love love love this woman!

[@fernandohernandez-cf3hl]

I'm simping so hard for her Dx

[@izabellearmin5778]

God her voice is so smooth ❤️

[@tearandfall]

Such a beautiful voice...

[@znapitsmia]

her voiceee

[@_carlito_5367]

Holy crap she’s so beautiful

[@YiMingSofyiaXue]

What a Queen

[@HelloNewMoon]

Unreal voice. Truly and awesome villain but fab character and performance

[@crisfiel0723]

I LOVE HER SO MUCH

[@WilliamBonney-gl2qf]

That wink at the end 😍

[@BEAMS2112]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS

[@user-ug2xo6fo9c]

Donna has a nice black sleeveless dress, nice black high heel shoes, nice jewelry, nice makeup, nice long straight brown hair, and a nice voice, she looks very beautiful

[@rusdianlaola340]

this is video is soo frickin legend

[@misaki8824]

OMG I LOVE HER!!!

[@loverofmysoul4753]

That was amazing.

[@romeolaquian1457]

well her song of mother knows best when she was in the forest with flinn and she revealed she has the power to heal with her hair , the part where she's trying to explain what might happen then the part where "if hes lying dont come crying,mother knows best." true tho.

[@nicolemontes8684]

This song really summed up my late mother. My daughter and myself sing this song and act it out because of her. Thank you for this song.