Defying Gravity
Defying Gravity

Idina Menzel - Defying Gravity Lyrics

Hold onto your broomsticks, folks! This powerhouse anthem is all about breaking free from the chains of conformity and soaring to new heights. Our protagonist has had enough of playing by everyone else's rules and second-guessing herself. She’s ready to… Read more

May 1, 2007
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Defying Gravity Lyrics

Something has changed within me
Something is not the same
I'm through with playing by
The rules of someone else's game
Too late for second-guessing
Too late to go back to sleep
It's time to trust my instincts
Close my eyes and leap

It's time to try defying gravity
Kiss me goodbye, I am defying gravity
I think I'll try defying gravity
And you can't pull me down

I'm through accepting limits
'Cause someone says they're so
Some things I cannot change
But till I try I'll never know
Too long I've been afraid of
Losing love, I guess I've lost
Well if that's love it comes at
Much too high a cost

I'd sooner buy defying gravity
Kiss me goodbye, I'm defying gravity
I think I'll try defying gravity
And you can't pull me down

Unlimited
Our future is
Unlimited

And I've just had a vision almost like a prophecy
I know
It sounds truly crazy
It's true
Like a shine's hazy
But I swear, some day I'll be
Flying so high
Kiss me goodbye

So if you care to find me
Look to the Western sky
As someone told me lately
Everyone deserves the chance to fly
And if I'm flying solo
At least I'm flying free
To those who ground me
Take a message back from me

Tell them how I am defying gravity
I'm flying high, defying gravity
And soon I'll match them in renown
And nobody in all of Oz
No wizard that there is or was
Is ever gonna bring me
Down
Ah

Writer(s): Stephen Lawrence Schwartz
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of Defying Gravity?

Hold onto your broomsticks, folks! This powerhouse anthem is all about breaking free from the chains of conformity and soaring to new heights. Our protagonist has had enough of playing by everyone else's rules and second-guessing herself. She’s ready to trust her instincts, take a leap of faith, and defy the gravitational pull of societal expectations. Fear? Pfft, she laughs in its face! Love? If it comes with strings attached, it’s not worth the cost. With a vision that’s part prophecy and part pure determination, she’s aiming for the Western sky where freedom awaits. And if you try to hold her down? Well, good luck with that—she's already flying high above your reach!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who originally performed the song 'Defying Gravity'?

    'Defying Gravity' was originally performed by Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth. Idina Menzel played the role of Elphaba, and Kristin Chenoweth played Glinda in the original Broadway production of the musical 'Wicked.' The song was first recorded on November 10, 2003.

  2. What is the significance of 'Defying Gravity' in the musical Wicked?

    'Defying Gravity' serves as the climax of Act One in the musical 'Wicked.' It marks a pivotal moment for Elphaba, where she decides to fight against the Wizard's corrupt practices and embrace her own powers. This act of defiance symbolizes her transformation into the Wicked Witch of the West.

  3. How did 'Defying Gravity' perform in terms of chart success?

    'Defying Gravity' achieved notable chart success after it was featured on various platforms including performances on television shows like Glee. Following its exposure on Glee, where characters Rachel and Kurt competed with this song, it entered both UK and US Top 40 charts.

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