Looking for the best musical theatre songs for kids’ auditions? Here’s a carefully selected list to cover your needs!
When it comes to auditioning for musicals or school performances, finding the right song can make all the difference for a 12-year-old. At this age, young performers are starting to develop vocal range, expression, and confidence—but they still need songs that are age-appropriate, fun, and relatable. Whether they’re auditioning for a big role or just trying to stand out in a group, choosing a song that showcases their personality and talent is key.
This list includes 18 excellent audition songs that balance musicality with storytelling. From classic show tunes to modern hits, these selections let preteens shine while staying within their vocal comfort zones.
Each song here was chosen because it highlights something special—be it character, energy, humor, or emotion—that makes it a great fit for a young performer. Let’s begin!
1
“Friend Like Me” from Aladdin
This energetic, comedic number allows kids to show off their stage presence, humor, and timing—a great fit for those with bold personalities.
Lyrics
Well Ali Baba had them forty thieves Scheherezad-ie had a thousand tales But master you in luck ’cause up your sleeves You got a brand of magic never fails You got some power in your corner now Some heavy ammunition in your camp You got some punch, pizzazz, yahoo and how See all you gotta do is rub that lamp And I’ll say
Mister Aladdin, sir What will your pleasure be? Let me take your order Jot it down You ain’t never had a friend like me
Life is your restaurant And I’m your maitre d’ C’mon whisper what it is you want You ain’t never had a friend like me
Yes sir, we pride ourselves on service You’re the boss The king, the shah Say what you wish It’s yours, true dish How about a little more Baklava?
Have some of column A Try all of column B I’m in the mood to help you dude You ain’t never had a friend like me
Can your friends do this? Do your friends do that? Do your friends pull this out their little hat? Can your friends go poof? Well, looky here Can your friends go, Abracadabra, let ‘er rip And then make the sucker disappear?
So dontcha sit there slack-jawed, buggy-eyed I’m here to answer all your midday prayers You got me bona fide, certified You got a genie for your charge d’affaires I got a powerful urge to help you out So what-cha wish? I really want to know You got a list that’s three miles long, no doubt Well, all you gotta do is rub like so – and oh
Mister Aladdin, sir, have a wish or two or three I’m on the job, you big nabob You ain’t never had a friend, never had a friend You ain’t never had a friend, never had a friend You ain’t never had a friend like me You ain’t never had a friend like me, hah!
2
“A Million Dreams” from The Greatest Showman
With its heartfelt lyrics and inspiring melody, this modern ballad is perfect for showcasing emotion and vocal clarity.
Lyrics
[Ziv Zaifman:] I close my eyes and I can see A world that’s waiting up for me That I call my own Through the dark, through the door Through where no one’s been before But it feels like home
They can say, they can say it all sounds crazy They can say, they can say I’ve lost my mind I don’t care, I don’t care, so call me crazy We can live in a world that we design
‘Cause every night I lie in bed The brightest colors fill my head A million dreams are keeping me awake I think of what the world could be A vision of the one I see A million dreams is all it’s gonna take A million dreams for the world we’re gonna make
There’s a house we can build Every room inside is filled With things from far away The special things I compile Each one there to make you smile On a rainy day
They can say, they can say it all sounds crazy They can say, they can say we’ve lost our minds I don’t care, I don’t care if they call us crazy Run away to a world that we design
[Hugh Jackman:] Every night I lie in bed The brightest colors fill my head A million dreams are keeping me awake I think of what the world could be A vision of the one I see A million dreams is all it’s gonna take A million dreams for the world we’re gonna make
[Michelle Williams:] However big, however small Let me be part of it all Share your dreams with me You may be right, you may be wrong But say that you’ll bring me along To the world you see To the world I close my eyes to see I close my eyes to see
[Michelle Williams & Hugh Jackman:] Every night I lie in bed The brightest colors fill my head A million dreams are keeping me awake A million dreams, a million dreams I think of what the world could be A vision of the one I see A million dreams is all it’s gonna take A million dreams for the world we’re gonna make
For the world we’re gonna make
3
“Quiet” from Matilda
This moving solo is ideal for young performers who want to display vulnerability and a strong sense of character.
Lyrics
Have you ever wondered Well, I have About how when I say, say, red For example, there’s no way of knowing If red means the same thing in your head As red means in my head when someone says red
And how if we are travelling at almost the speed of light And we’re holding a light That light would still travel away from us At the full speed of light which seems right in a way
But I’m trying to say I’m not sure, but I wonder if inside my head I’m not just a bit different from some of my friends These answers that come into my mind unbidden These stories delivered to me fully written
And when everyone shouts like they seem to like shouting The noise in my head is incredibly loud And I just wish they’d stop my dad and my mom And the telly, and stories would stop for just once
And I’m sorry I’m not quite explaining it right But this noise becomes anger, and the anger is light And its burning inside me would usually fade But it isn’t today, and the heat and the shouting And my heart is pounding, and my eyes are burning And suddenly everything, everything is…
Quiet
Like silence but not really silent
Just that still sort of quiet Like the sound of a page being turned in a book Or a pause in a walk in the woods
Quiet Like silence but not really silent Just that nice kind of quiet Like the sound when you lie upside down in your bed Just the sound of your heart in your head
And though the people around me Their mouths are still moving The words they are forming Cannot reach me anymore
And it is quiet And I am warm Like I’ve sailed Into the eye of the storm
4
“Naughty” from Matilda
This cheeky, clever number is a great pick for kids who can act while singing and enjoy a bit of mischief.
Lyrics
(MATILDA)
Jack and Jill, went up the hill To fetch a pail of water, so they say Their subsequent fall was inevitable They never stood a chance, they were written that way Innocent victims of their story!
Like Romeo and Juliet T’ was written in the stars before they even met That love and fate, and a touch of stupidity Would rob them of their hope of living happily The endings are often a little bit gory I wonder why they didn’t just change their story? We’re told we have to do as we’re told but surely Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty.
Just because you find that life’s not fair it Doesn’t mean that you just have to grin and bear it If you always take it on the chin and wear it Nothing will change.
Even if you’re little, you can do a lot, you Mustn’t let a little thing like, ‘little’ stop you If you sit around and let them get on top, you Might as well be saying You think that it’s ok And that’s not right! And if it’s not right! You have to put it right!
(speaking part)
Cinderella, in the cellar Didn’t have to do much as far as I can tell Her Godmother, was two thirds fairy Suddenly her lot was a lot less scary But what if you haven’t got a fairy to fix it? Sometimes you have to make a little bit of mischief.
Just because you find that life’s not fair it Doesn’t mean that you just have to grin and bear it If you always take it on the chin and wear it Nothing will change.
Even if you’re little, you can do a lot, you Mustn’t let a little thing like, ‘little’ stop you If you sit around and let them get on top, you Might as well be saying You think that it’s ok And that’s not right! And if it’s not right! You have to put it right!
(Spoken)
Platinum blonde hair dye, extra strong. Keep out of reach of children Hmmm ….
Oil of violet hair tonic, for men Yep!
(Sung)
In the slip of a bolt, there’s a tiny revolt. The seeds of a war in the creak of a floorboard. A storm can begin, with the flap of a wing. The tiniest mite packs the mightiest sting! Every day, starts with the tick of a clock. All escapes, starts with the click of a lock! If you’re stuck in your story and want to get out You don’t have to cry, you don’t have to shout!
‘Cause if you’re little you can do a lot, you Mustn’t let a little thing like, ‘little’ stop you If you sit around and let them get on top, you Won’t change a thing!
Just because you find that life’s not fair, it Doesn’t mean that you just have to grin and bear it! If you always take it on the chin and wear it You might as well be saying You think that it’s ok And that’s not right! And if it’s not right! You have to put it right!
But nobody else it gonna put it right for me! Nobody but me is going to change my story! Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty!
5
“The Addams Family Theme” from The Addams Family
A fun and familiar tune that gives kids a chance to show character, rhythm, and theatrical flair—even in a short audition setting.
Lyrics
They’re creepy and they’re kooky, Mysterious and spooky, They’re altogether ooky, The Addams Family.
Their house is a museum When people come to see ’em They really are a scream The Addams Family.
So get a witch’s shawl on A broomstick you can crawl on We’re gonna pay a call on The Addams Family.
6
“Good Morning Baltimore” from Hairspray
This upbeat song is full of optimism and energy, making it a great choice for confident young vocalists.
Lyrics
[Tracy:] Oh, oh, oh, woke up today Feeling the way I always do Oh, oh, oh, hungry for something that I can’t eat Then I hear that beat That rhythm of town starts calling me down It’s like a message from high above Oh, oh, oh, pulling me out To the smiles and the streets that I love
[Tracy (Ensemble):] Good morning Baltimore (Good morning Baltimore) Every day’s like an open door (aah) Every night is a fantasy (Fantasy) Every sound’s like a symphony Good morning Baltimore (Good morning Baltimore) And some day when I take to the floor (ooh) The world’s gonna wake up and see (aah, see) Baltimore and me
Oh, oh, oh, look at my hair (ooh, ooh) What ‘do can compare with mine today? (Mine today) Oh, oh, oh, I’ve got my hairspray and radio I’m ready to go! (Ready to go) The rats on the street all dance ’round my feet (ooh) They seem to say, “Tracy, it’s up to you” (Up to you) So, oh, oh, don’t hold me back Cause today all my dreams will come true (Today all my dreams will come true)
Good morning Baltimore (Good morning Baltimore) There’s the flasher who lives next door (aah) There’s the bum on his bar room stool (Bar room stool) They wish me luck on my way to school Good morning Baltimore (Good morning Baltimore) And some day when I take to the floor (ooh) The world’s gonna wake up and see (aah, see) Baltimore and me!
I know every step, (ooh) I know every song (ooh) I know there’s a place where I belong (Where I belong) I see all those party lights shining ahead (ooh) So someone invite me before I drop dead! (Before she drops dead!)
So, oh, oh, give me a chance (ooh) Cause when I start to dance, I’m a movie star (Movie star) Oh, oh, oh, something inside of me makes me move (ooh, makes me move) When I hear that groove (I hear that groove) My ma tells me no, but my feet tell me go! (ooh) It’s like a drummer inside my heart (Inside my heart) So, oh, oh, don’t make me wait One more moment for my life to start (One more moment for my life to start)
[Ensemble:] Good morning, good morning Waiting for my life to start
[Tracy (Ensemble):] I love you Baltimore (I love you Baltimore) Every day’s like an open door (aah) Every night is a fantasy (Fantasy) Every sound’s like a symphony And I promise Baltimore (I promise Baltimore) That some day when I take to the floor (Take to the floor) The world’s gonna wake up and see (aah, see) Gonna wake up and see (Gonna wake up and see) Baltimore and me (Yes, more or less we all agree) Baltimore and me (Someday the world is gonna see) Baltimore and me! (And me!)
7
“Consider Yourself” from Oliver!
A friendly, spirited number that works well for ensemble auditions and showcases charm and likeability.
Lyrics
DODGER (spoken) So, Oliver Twist, you’re coming with me.
OLIVER (spoken) Are you sure Mr. Fagin won’t mind?
DODGER (spoken) Mind?!
Consider yourself at home. Consider yourlef one of the familhy. We’ve taken to you so strong. It’s clear we’re going to get along. Consider yourself well in Consider yourslef par to the furniture. There isn’t a lot to spare. Who cares?..What ever we’ve goin we share!
If it should chance to be We should see Some harder days Empty larder days Why grouse? Always a chance we’ll meet Somebody to foot the bill Then the drinks are on the house! Consider yourself our mate We don’t want to have no fuss For after some consideration, we can state Consider yourself one of us!
Consider yourself…
OLIVER At home?
DODGER Consider yourself…
OLIVER One of the family
CAPTAIN We’ve taken to you
OLIVER So strong
HAND WALKER It’s clear…we’re…
ALL Going to get along
DODGER Consider yourself…
CHARLIE BATES Well in!
DODGER Consider yourself…
SNAKE Part of the furniture
OLIVER There isn’t a lot to spare
ALL Who cares? Whatever we got ,we share
DODGER Nobody tries to be lah-di-dah or uppity– There’s a cup o’ tea for all.
ALL It’s only wise to be handy with a rolling pin When the landlord comes to call!
DODGER Consider yourself. Our mate. We don’t want to have any fuss
ALL For after some consideration, we can sate
OLIVER Consider yourself
DODGER Yes!
ALL One of us!
COMPANY Consider yourself at home… We’ve taken to you so strong. Consider yourself well in… There isn’t a lot to spare If it should chance to be We should see Some harder days Empty larder days — Why grouse? Always a chance we’ll meet Somebody To feed the bill — Then the drinks are on the house!
Consider yourself our mate. We don’t want to have any fuss For after some consideration, we can state… Consider yourself… One of us!
DODGER Consider yourself
ALL At home.
DODGER We’ve taken to you
ALL So strong
DODGER Consider yourself
ALL Well in.
There isn’t a lot to spare.
Nobody tries to be lah-di-dah or uppity. There’s a cup of tea for all It’s only wise to be handy with a rolling pin When the landlord comes to call
Consider yourself our mate We don’t want to have any fuss For after some consideration, we can state Consider yourself One of us…
For after some consideration we can state Consider yourself… One of us!
If it should chance to be We should see some harder days, Empty larder days, Why grouse? Always a chance we’ll meet Somebody to foot the bill. Then the drinks are on the house.
Consider yourself at home. Consider yourself one of the family. We’ve taken to you so strong. It’s clear we’re going to get along. Consider yourself well in. Consider yourself part of the furniture. There isn’t a lot to spare. Who cares? Whatever we’ve got, we share.
If it should chance to be We should see some harder days, Empty larder days, Why grouse? Always a chance we’ll meet Somebody to foot the bill. Then the drinks are on the house.
Consider yourself our mate. We don’t want to have any fuss For after some consideration we can state Consider yourself…
One of us!
8
“Do-Re-Mi” from The Sound of Music
This iconic tune is not only easy to learn but also allows performers to demonstrate musicality and pitch control.
Lyrics
Let’s start at the very beginning A very good place to start When you read you begin with A-B-C When you sing you begin with do-re-mi
Do-re-mi, do-re-mi The first three notes just happen to be Do-re-mi, do-re-mi
Do-re-mi-fa-so-la-ti Let’s see if I can make it easy
Doe, a deer, a female deer Ray, a drop of golden sun Me, a name I call myself Far, a long, long way to run Sew, a needle pulling thread La, a note to follow Sew Tea, a drink with jam and bread That will bring us back to Do (oh-oh-oh)
Do-re-mi-fa-so-la-ti-do So-do!
Now children, do-re-mi-fa-so and so on are only the tools we use to build a song. Once you have these notes in your heads you can sing a million different tunes by mixing them up. Like this
So Do La Fa Mi Do Re Can you do that? So Do La Fa Mi Do Re So Do La Ti Do Re Do So Do La Ti Do Re Do
Now, put it all together So Do La Fa Mi Do Re, So Do La Ti Do Re Do Good!
-But it doesn’t mean anything -So we put in words One word for every note Like this
When you know the notes to sing You can sing most anything Together!
When you know the notes to sing You can sing most anything!
Doe, a deer, a female deer Ray, a drop of golden sun Me, a name I call myself Far, a long, long way to run Sew, a needle pulling thread La, a note to follow Sew Tea, a drink with jam and bread That will bring us back to Do
Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do Do Ti La So Fa Mi Re
Do Mi Mi Mi So So Re Fa Fa La Ti Ti [Repeat above verse 4x as Maria sings]
When you know the notes to sing You can sing most anything!
Doe, a deer, a female deer Ray, a drop of golden sun Me, a name I call myself Far, a long, long way to run Sew, a needle pulling thread La, a note to follow Sew Tea, a drink with jam and bread That will bring us back to
Do So Do Re La Fa Mi Mi Do Fa Re So So Do La La Fa Ti La So Fa Mi Re Ti Do oh oh Ti Do So Do!
While more mature in tone, this song can work well for expressive performers who want to show vocal range and confidence.
Lyrics
[Maria:] I feel pretty, Oh, so pretty, I feel pretty and witty and bright, And I pity Any girl who isn’t me tonight.
I feel charming, Oh, so charming, It’s alarming how charming I feel, And so pretty That I hardly can believe I’m real.
See the pretty girl in that mirror there, Who can that attractive girl be? Such a pretty face, Such a pretty dress, Such a pretty smile, Such a pretty me!
I feel stunning And entrancing, Feel like running and dancing For joy, For I’m loved by a pretty wonderful boy!
[Rosalia, Consuelo:] Have you met my good friend Maria, The craziest girl on the block? You’ll know her the minute you see her, She’s the one who is in an advanced state of shock.
She thinks she’s in love. She thinks she’s in Spain. She isn’t in love, She’s merely insane.
It must be the heat Or some rare disease, Or too much to eat Or maybe it’s fleas.
Keep away from her— Send for Chino! This is not the Mar— Ia we know!
Modest and pure, Polite and refined, Well-bred and mature, And out of her mind!
[Maria:] I feel pretty, Oh, so pretty That the city should give me its key. A committee Should be organized to honor me.
I feel dizzy, I feel sunny, I feel fizzy and funny and fine, And so pretty, Miss America can just resign.
See the pretty girl in that mirror there!
[Rosalia, Consuelo:] What mirror where?
[Maria:] Who can that attractive girl be?
[Rosalia, Consuelo:] Which? What? Where? Whom?
[Maria:] Such a pretty face, Such a pretty dress, Such a pretty smile, Such a pretty me!
[ALL:] I feel stunning And entrancing, Feel like running and dancing for joy, For I’m loved By a pretty wonderful boy!
10
“I Could Have Danced All Night” from My Fair Lady
This elegant ballad is a wonderful option for young singers with a strong soprano voice and graceful stage presence.
Lyrics
Bed! Bed! I couldn’t go to bed! My head’s too light to try to set it down! Sleep! Sleep! I couldn’t sleep tonight! Not for all the jewels in the crown!
I could have danced all night I could have danced all night And still have begged for more I could have spread my wings And done a thousand things I’ve never done before
I’ll never know what made it so exciting Why all at once my heart took flight
I only know when he Began to dance with me I could have danced, danced, danced, All night!
I could have danced all night I could have danced all night And still have begged for more I could have spread my wings And done a thousand things I’ve never done before
I’ll never know what made it so exciting Why all at once my heart took flight
I only know when he Began to dance with me I could have danced, danced, danced, All night!
11
“Popular” from Wicked
A hilarious and personality-driven piece, perfect for showcasing acting skills alongside vocal talent.
Lyrics
[Galinda:] (spoken) Elphie – now that we’re friends, I’ve decided to make you my new project.
[Elphaba:] (spoken) You really don’t have to do that
[Galinda:] (spoken) I know. That’s what makes me so nice! (sung) Whenever I see someone Less fortunate than I (And let’s face it – who isn’t Less fortunate than I?) My tender heart Tends to start to bleed And when someone needs a makeover I simply have to take over I know I know exactly what they need And even in your case Tho’ it’s the toughest case I’ve yet to face Don’t worry – I’m determined to succeed Follow my lead And yes, indeed You will be:
Popular! You’re gonna be popular! I’ll teach you the proper ploys When you talk to boys Little ways to flirt and flounce I’ll show you what shoes to wear How to fix your hair Everything that really counts
To be popular I’ll help you be popular! You’ll hang with the right cohorts You’ll be good at sports Know the slang you’ve got to know So let’s start ‘Cause you’ve got an awfully long way to go:
Don’t be offended by my frank analysis Think of it as personality dialysis Now that I’ve chosen to be come a pal, a Sister and adviser There’s nobody wiser Not when it comes to popular – I know about popular And with an assist from me To be who you’ll bee Instead of dreary who-you-were: are: There’s nothing that can stop you From becoming popular
La la la la We’re gonna make You popular
When I see depressing creatures With unprepossessing features I remind them on their own behalf To think of Celebrated heads of state or Specially great communicators Did they have brains or knowledge? Don’t make me laugh!
They were popular! Please – It’s all about popular! It’s not about aptitude It’s the way you’re viewed So it’s very shrewd to be Very very popular Like me!
(spoken) Why, Miss Elphaba, look at you. You’re beautiful.
[Elphaba:] (spoken) I – I have to go:
[Galinda:] (spoken) You’re welcome! (sung) And though you protest Your disinterest I know clandestinely You’re gonna grin and bear it Your new found popularity La la la la You’ll be popular – Just not as quite as popular As me!
12
“Put On a Happy Face” from Bye Bye Birdie
Light, catchy, and full of charm, this tune is great for uplifting auditions and letting personality shine through.
Lyrics
Gray skies are gonna clear up, Put on a happy face! Brush off the clouds and cheer up, Put on a happy face!
Take off that gloomy mask of tragedy, It’s not your style. You’ll look so good that you’ll be glad ya decided to smile!
Pick out a pleasant outlook, Stick out that noble chin, Wipe off that full-of-doubt look, Slap on a happy grin!
And spread sunshine all over the place, just Put on a happy face!
Put on a happy face!
Put on a happy face!
And if you’re feeling cross and bickerish Don’t sit and whine. Think of banana splits and licorice, And you’ll feel fine!
I knew a girl so gloomy, She’d never laugh or sing, SHe wouldn’t listen to me, Now she’s a mean old thing!
So spread sunshine all over the place, just Put on a happy face!
13
“Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” from Mary Poppins
Full of energy and tongue-twisting fun, this song is a great challenge for kids with excellent diction and flair.
Lyrics
It’s supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Even though the sound of it is something quite atrocious If you say it loud enough you’ll always sound precocious Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I
Because I was afraid to speak when I was just a lad Me father gave me nose a tweak, told me I was bad But then one day I learned a word that saved me achin’ nose The biggest word you ever heard and this is how it goes
Oh, supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Even though the sound of it is something quite atrocious If you say it loud enough you’ll always sound precocious Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I
He traveled all around the world and everywhere he went He’d use his word and all would say there goes a clever gent When dukes or Maharajas pass the time of day with me I say me special word and then they ask me out to tea (woo)
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Even though the sound of it is something quite atrocious If you say it loud enough you’ll always sound precocious Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I Um-dittle-ittl-um-dittle-I
You know you can say it backwards which is Dociousaliexpisticfragicalirupus But that’s going a bit too far, don’t you think? Indubitably
So when the cat has got your tongue there’s no need for dismay (here-ye) Just summon up this word and then you’ve got a lot to say But better use it carefully or it could change your life
For example Yes? One night, I said it to me girl and now me girl’s me wife Oh, and a lovely thing she is, too She’s
A relaxed and cheerful song that’s great for young performers who want to highlight their playful side.
Lyrics
Look for the bare necessities The simple bare necessities Forget about your worries and your strife I mean the bare necessities Old Mother Nature’s recipes That brings the bare necessities of life
Wherever I wander, wherever I roam I couldn’t be fonder of my big home The bees are buzzin’ in the tree To make some honey just for me When you look under the rocks and plants And take a glance at the fancy ants Then maybe try a few
The bare necessities of life will come to you They’ll come to you!
Look for the bare necessities The simple bare necessities Forget about your worries and your strife I mean the bare necessities That’s why a bear can rest at ease With just the bare necessities of life
Now when you pick a pawpaw Or a prickly pear And you prick a raw paw Next time beware Don’t pick the prickly pear by the paw When you pick a pear Try to use the claw But you don’t need to use the claw When you pick a pear of the big pawpaw Have I given you a clue ?
The bare necessities of life will come to you They’ll come to you!
So just try and relax, yeah cool it Fall apart in my backyard ‘Cause let me tell you something little britches If you act like that bee acts, uh uh You’re working too hard
And don’t spend your time lookin’ around For something you want that can’t be found When you find out you can live without it And go along not thinkin’ about it I’ll tell you something true
The bare necessities of life will come to you
15
“Hushabye Mountain” from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
This gentle lullaby is ideal for showcasing control, tone, and emotional expression.
Lyrics
[Caractacus Potts:]
A gentle breeze from Hushabye Mountain Softly blows o’er lullaby bay. It fills the sails of boats that are waiting– Waiting to sail your worries away.
It isn’t far to Hushabye Mountain And your boat waits down by the key. The winds of night so softly are sighing– Soon they will fly your troubles to sea.
So close your eyes on Hushabye Mountain. Wave goodbye to cares of the day. And watch your boat from Hushabye Mountain Sail far away from Lullaby Bay.
16
“Let it Go” from Frozen
Still a fan favorite, this powerful anthem lets confident singers belt out emotion and show off their vocal strength.
Lyrics
The snow glows white on the mountain tonight Not a footprint to be seen A kingdom of isolation And it looks like I’m the queen
The wind is howling like this swirling storm inside Couldn’t keep it in, heaven knows I tried!
Don’t let them in, don’t let them see Be the good girl you always have to be Conceal, don’t feel, don’t let them know Well, now they know!
Let it go, let it go Can’t hold it back anymore Let it go, let it go Turn away and slam the door!
I don’t care What they’re going to say Let the storm rage on The cold never bothered me anyway!
It’s funny how some distance Makes everything seem small And the fears that once controlled me Can’t get to me at all!
It’s time to see what I can do To test the limits and break through No right, no wrong, no rules for me I’m free!
Let it go, let it go I am one with the wind and sky Let it go, let it go You’ll never see me cry!
Here I stand And here I’ll stay Let the storm rage on!
My power flurries through the air into the ground My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast I’m never going back The past is in the past!
Let it go, let it go And I’ll rise like the break of dawn Let it go, let it go That perfect girl is gone!
Here I stand In the light of day Let the storm rage on The cold never bothered me anyway!
17
“In My Own Little Corner” from Cinderella
A dreamy, expressive piece that suits introspective performers with a strong sense of storytelling.
Lyrics
I’m as mild and as meek as a mouse; When I hear a command I obey. But I know of a spot in my house Where no one can stand in my way.
In my own little corner, In my own little chair, I can be whatever I want to be. On the wing of my fancy I can fly anywhere And the world will open its arms to me.
I’m a young Norwegian princess or a milkmaid, I’m the greatest prima donna in Milan, I’m an heiress who has always had her silk made By her own flock of silkworms in Japan!
I’m a girl men go mad for; Love’s a game I can play With a cool and confident kind of air, Just as long as I stay In my own little corner, All alone In my own Little chair.
I can be whatever I want to be. I’m a thief in Calcutta, I’m a queen in Peru, I’m a mermaid dancing upon the sea.
I’m a huntress on an African safari (It’s a dang’rous type of sport and yet it’s fun). In the night I sally forth to seek my quarry And I find I forgot to bring my gun!
I am lost in the jungle All alone and unarmed When I meet a lioness in her lair! Then I’m glad to be back In my own little corner, All alone In my own Little chair.
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“Tomorrow” from Annie
A classic audition song for a reason—its hopeful message and soaring melody make it a timeless favorite for young singers.
Lyrics
[ANNIE] The sun’ll come out Tomorrow Bet your bottom dollar That tomorrow There’ll be sun!
Just thinkin’ about Tomorrow Clears away the cobwebs, And the sorrow ‘Til there’s none!
When I’m stuck with a day That’s gray, And lonely, I just stick out my chin And Grin, And Say, Oh!
The sun’ll come out Tomorrow So ya gotta hang on ‘Til tomorrow Come what may Tomorrow! Tomorrow! I love ya Tomorrow! You’re only A day A way!
18 Musical Theatre Songs to listen to or use as Audition Songs
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