Quvenzhané Wallis - Tomorrow Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the music for 'Tomorrow'?

   'Tomorrow' was originally composed by Charles Strouse. The song underwent several revisions and adaptations before becoming a part of the Broadway musical Annie in 1977.

2. What inspired Jay-Z's interest in the story of Annie?

   Jay-Z's connection to the story of Annie dates back to his successful transformation of the song 'It's The Hard Knock Life' from Annie into his own hit 'Hard Knock Life (Ghetto Anthem)' in 2002. His fondness for the musical led him to co-produce the 2014 film adaptation where Quvenzhané Wallis starred as Annie.

3. How did Quvenzhané Wallis come to perform 'Tomorrow'?

   Quvenzhané Wallis performed 'Tomorrow' in her role as Annie in the 2014 film adaptation of the musical. She played the lead character, bringing a fresh interpretation to this iconic song.

4. Has 'Tomorrow' been used in other media or performances?

   'Tomorrow' has appeared in various contexts beyond just stage and film adaptations of Annie. Notable mentions include Matthew Perry singing it on an episode of Friends, and Zach Galifianakis lip-synching to it on Saturday Night Live. It was also featured in John Waters’ black comedy Serial Mom.

5. Who were some notable artists that covered 'Tomorrow' before Quvenzhané Wallis?

   'Tomorrow' has been covered by numerous artists across different music genres over the years including Grace Jones, Barbra Streisand, The Manhattans, Lou Rawls, and Petula Clark. Each artist brought their unique style to this enduringly popular song.