Josh Gad, Andrew Rannells - You and Me (But Mostly Me) Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'You and Me (But Mostly Me)'?

   The song 'You and Me (But Mostly Me)' was written by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez, and Matt Stone. These three are also the creators of the musical 'The Book of Mormon,' where this song is featured.

2. What is the context of 'You and Me (But Mostly Me)' in 'The Book of Mormon' musical?

   'You and Me (But Mostly Me)' is a duet performed by the characters Elder Kevin Price and Elder Arnold Cunningham. The song captures Elder Price's self-centered enthusiasm about changing the world during their mission, while Elder Cunningham is more than happy to be his sidekick.

3. Who originally performed 'You and Me (But Mostly Me)' in 'The Book of Mormon' Broadway show?

   In the original Broadway production of 'The Book of Mormon,' the song 'You and Me (But Mostly Me)' was performed by Andrew Rannells as Elder Price and Josh Gad as Elder Cunningham. Their performances were highly acclaimed for capturing both humor and character dynamics effectively.

4. How does 'You and Me (But Mostly Me)' reflect the personalities of its characters in the musical?

   'You and Me (But Mostly Me)' reflects Elder Price's egotistical nature through lyrics that emphasize his belief in his own greatness. Conversely, it shows Elder Cunningham's supportive yet subordinate role, highlighting their contrasting personalities which plays a key role in their dynamic throughout the musical.