LYRICS That's why I couldn't be happier No, I couldn't be happier Though it is, I admit The tiniest bit Unlike I anticipated But I couldn't be happier Simply couldn't be happier Well, not "simply" 'Cause getting your dreams It's strange, but it seems A little, well, complicated There's a kind of a sort of cost There's a couple of things get lost There are bridges you cross You didn't know you crossed Until you've crossed And if that joy, that thrill Doesn't thrill like you think it will Still, with this perfect finale The cheers and the ballyhoo Who wouldn't be happier? So I couldn't be happier Because happy is what happens When all your dreams come true Well, isn't it? Happy is what happens When your dreams come true!
The irony that she is singing one of Glinda’s songs and Ariana sang one of Elphaba’s songs - AND NOW CYNTHIA IS PLAYING AND ELPHIE AND ARIANA GLINDA!! So lovely!
It's actually probably on purpose. They don't want you to have already heard the actress sing the songs they will sing in the film, they want you to buy a ticket or listen to the album!
Came here to say that. How awesome both of them love the roles so much. Should make got great chemistry and amazing performances from both of them. Whoooo is going to be FIYEROOOO????
I literally said years ago that her cover of defying gravity would be epic and now she is actually going to sing it 🤯🤯🤯!!! The way the universe works is insane! I'm excited
She's incredibly talented, but honestly I think she's too old to play a naive young college student struggling to find her place in the world. She could do it on stage, but on-screen needs to be closer to the real age.
@@AStageForTheKingdom but it’s Oz, not the US. So who knows if the same rules about age and college and timing for various rites of passage apply. I think there’s a lot of leeway here as far as age is concerned. Plus she’ll be in green make-up (presumably), which will certainly help with giving the impression of relative youth, combined with her extraordinary acting ability. I do not think her being in her 30’s (both Idina and Kristin were in their 30’s when they played the roles, too), will be much of an issue at all for playing this role.
So exited to see how they pull it off! Will she start to rise very slow or almost burst upward and tower above them all? Will the sky turn green? How will she do the final riff?
the director is Jon M. Chu, and he’s kind of brilliant as is. he makes really beautiful movies (screenplay wise) and also just has w cast choices every time
Cynthia Erivo sang a Glinda's song and Ariana Grande sang an Elphaba's song in different Wicked commemorations. And now they play the opposite role in the movie. Awesome!
I have never been one to fawn over stars,but I must say Cynthia Erivos voice has struck a chord in me I have never heard before,such tone and clarity along with great orchestration.
The perfection of her voice singing this song is like catching lightning in a bottle. It's so ethereal and captivating. So beyond excited to see her as Elphie.
Holy fuck, what a gorgeous voice. I’m so stoked for the movie musical now. Just… I hope the filmmakers know that neither leads need autotune and it makes the songs sound worse
After last night's announcement of Cynthia being cast as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, this song without it's context perfectly describes my feelings right now. Wicked being on the big screen is something I've wanted since 2007. That's how long I've enjoyed musical theatre since middle school. Perhaps more than any other screen to stage adaptation. So brava once again to Cynthia and wish her and Ariana good luck.
This number was delivered - rather than merely sung, and by the singer with the loveliest voice among the many talented diverse singers in Wicked the Concert.
Well, she's been cast as Elphaba in the Wicked movie adaptation... I remember watching this being a little disappointed that Cynthia wasn't chosen to sing Defying Gravity... I guess I'll get my wish after all.
To the new people coming in after her being cast as Elphie, watch her Tony winning performance of "I'm Here" from The Color Purple. She's way beyond phenomenal!
I can't believe she's playing Elphaba in the movie adaptation, I couldn't be happier for her❤️ OMG!!! Thank you so much for 100 likes❤️. It's literally my first time having this many HAHAHA.
Notice, taking the end of the final note up and head voice for just a tiny bit to make it especially sweet. Not only glorious and wonderful, but also an indicator of someone who has worked and studied long and hard.
SHe is giving me chills. I can not believe two such authentic and extraordinary actors and singers will play these amazing characters on screen. Such a tribute to Kristen and Idina's original portrayals. YAY. a screen musical with true musicians!
It’s crazy that she’s been cast as Elphaba when she’s singing a Glinda song here, and Ariana performing Wizard and I before and now she’s cast as Glinda
I've never heard her sing before but now after watching this, I really can't wait to hear her sing Defying Gravity this November. Its gonna be a fantastic film 💚💚💚xxx
If never heard of Cynthia before her casting in the Wicked Movie... but I'm currently obsessed with her! What a wonderful choice for an iconic role... that voice is out of this world. And I love that she will clearly make the role her own and won't be trying to copy Idinas Elphie. I'm super stoked for this film!
Cynthia, you are a pure talent. I actually saw you first in Toderick Hall,s Forbidden...we loved Straight Outta Oz and Forbidden. You have continued to showcase such an incredible talent ever since. Kudos on Wicked.
Cynthia just has this *gravitas* to every song she sings. She not only sings on point, but you completely are taken through her storytelling and her journey. If you haven’t, her I’m Here performance is devastating. Can’t wait to see this on the big screen.
Who came here again after watching the first trailer!! Also I love she singing a glinda and Ariana song a elphaba song. There voices are so amazing and I'm couldn't be happier for them in the movie. Wicked is my favorite musical of all time I do hope the movie defies gravity!
I've been listening to both Cynthia and Arianna back to back and both of them really have excellent voices and I've been a long time Wicked fan and I teared up listened to these songs being sung with passion and heart. I'm hopeful for the movie.
this is so beautiful, the arrangement, the strings, the background vocals, and of course Cynthia’s angelical vocals who were on point the whole time. so excited to see her as Elphaba and hear her sing all those songs that are so close to all of our hearts.
Came here for the first time after finding out she would be in Wicked with Ariana and OH MY GOD, I am blown away by her voice and talent. I couldn’t be happier that she was cast as Elphaba. This movie will heal my soul ❤️
LYRICS
That's why I couldn't be happier
No, I couldn't be happier
Though it is, I admit
The tiniest bit
Unlike I anticipated
But I couldn't be happier
Simply couldn't be happier
Well, not "simply"
'Cause getting your dreams
It's strange, but it seems
A little, well, complicated
There's a kind of a sort of cost
There's a couple of things get lost
There are bridges you cross
You didn't know you crossed
Until you've crossed
And if that joy, that thrill
Doesn't thrill like you think it will
Still, with this perfect finale
The cheers and the ballyhoo
Who wouldn't be happier?
So I couldn't be happier
Because happy is what happens
When all your dreams come true
Well, isn't it?
Happy is what happens
When your dreams come true!
So beautiful
The irony that she is singing one of Glinda’s songs and Ariana sang one of Elphaba’s songs - AND NOW CYNTHIA IS PLAYING AND ELPHIE AND ARIANA GLINDA!!
So lovely!
I know right. I'm so happy for them both
It's actually probably on purpose. They don't want you to have already heard the actress sing the songs they will sing in the film, they want you to buy a ticket or listen to the album!
And that’s what we call VERSATILITY!
Came here to say that. How awesome both of them love the roles so much. Should make got great chemistry and amazing performances from both of them. Whoooo is going to be FIYEROOOO????
Can Ariana sing in a soprano style or will they alter the songs so that both characters ‘belt’ their songs?
Who else came back here after finding out she’s our Elphaba 💚
Here i am
ME
❤️❤️
Me well after watching Colleen saying it then sinning it so beautiful
Honestly a perfect casting choice. Both of them are such vocal powerhouses!!!
Her defying gravity is gonna be outta this world!!!!
I literally said years ago that her cover of defying gravity would be epic and now she is actually going to sing it 🤯🤯🤯!!! The way the universe works is insane! I'm excited
I’m more excited for “No Good Deed” 😍
@@emilijamundeciema2844 saaame
I certainly hope so.. its not an easy song to sing..
@@emilijamundeciema2844YES SAME
I don't see how anybody could be mad about her playing Elphaba, she's an incredible talent.
I've wanted it for quite a while for it to happen
I didn’t really knew who she was until they released she was going to be Elphaba. Her voice is so beautiful and I will cry 💚
but grande is a big mistake! good voice and thats it.....no presence,timing,acting ability.....etc etc etc
She's incredibly talented, but honestly I think she's too old to play a naive young college student struggling to find her place in the world. She could do it on stage, but on-screen needs to be closer to the real age.
@@AStageForTheKingdom but it’s Oz, not the US. So who knows if the same rules about age and college and timing for various rites of passage apply. I think there’s a lot of leeway here as far as age is concerned. Plus she’ll be in green make-up (presumably), which will certainly help with giving the impression of relative youth, combined with her extraordinary acting ability. I do not think her being in her 30’s (both Idina and Kristin were in their 30’s when they played the roles, too), will be much of an issue at all for playing this role.
No because just thinking about her singing No Good Deed has chills running down my back 😭 that “FIYERO !!!!” is gonna be iconic
Literally I don't think I'll be ready for the power she will bring 💚😭💚
I think I’ll combust during everything from defying gravity to no good deed
Bro literally!!! I’m scared I’ll become so overwhelmed by her greatness I’ll just implode I cannot freakin wait!!!!!!
I just said the same! Can’t wait
Chills just thinking about it omg
I can't wait to see her defying grafity!
I dreamed about it last night.
I can't wait for her no good deed
So exited to see how they pull it off! Will she start to rise very slow or almost burst upward and tower above them all? Will the sky turn green? How will she do the final riff?
So excited. I literally always get chills at the IT'S MEEEEEeEEeEEeEEEEeee part
She's a literal Elphaba dream cast. The casting director hit it out of the park!
The director decides. The casting director just helps coordinate the auditions.
the director is Jon M. Chu, and he’s kind of brilliant as is. he makes really beautiful movies (screenplay wise) and also just has w cast choices every time
@@maciegoodspeed9670 I’m a fan of In the Heights and Crazy Rich Asians
@@johnsmi213so?
Cynthia Erivo sang a Glinda's song and Ariana Grande sang an Elphaba's song in different Wicked commemorations. And now they play the opposite role in the movie. Awesome!
Me coming back here after the movie, cuz it is the next track ❤
She hits every note perfectly her voice is flexible she’s a beautiful mixed of both alto and soprano I love this so much
She sings like a Disney Princess!😮❤❤
A lot of people miss the sadness of this song but she nails it. Awesome
I have never been one to fawn over stars,but I must say Cynthia Erivos voice has struck a chord in me I have never heard before,such tone and clarity along with great orchestration.
Yes absolutely! There are actors who can sing, and then there is Cynthia Erivo...
@@gregstorkwilson2745 Cynthia is more of a singer that can act. She's literally classically trained
This was one of the easiest songs I’ve ever heard her sing. Butter.
Can’t wait to see Cynthia play Elpheba. Beautiful voice. Roll on Nov 2024.
Her voice is so warm and organic....vulnerable!! that is what Elphaba needs!
The perfection of her voice singing this song is like catching lightning in a bottle. It's so ethereal and captivating. So beyond excited to see her as Elphie.
I can't believe she's been cast for the movie, her angelical voice is just perfect to be our movie Elphie 😍
DEI
we couldn't be happier that she's our elphaba she's a total icon 👑👑
Cynthia is gonna stuck her foot all up in Defying Gravity. She is gonna tear that song right up. I am so excited for her Elphiba.
Holy fuck, what a gorgeous voice. I’m so stoked for the movie musical now. Just… I hope the filmmakers know that neither leads need autotune and it makes the songs sound worse
This performance is so heartfelt and beautiful!
Cynthia Erivo's performance in Wicked is going to be oscar worthy
After last night's announcement of Cynthia being cast as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, this song without it's context perfectly describes my feelings right now. Wicked being on the big screen is something I've wanted since 2007. That's how long I've enjoyed musical theatre since middle school. Perhaps more than any other screen to stage adaptation. So brava once again to Cynthia and wish her and Ariana good luck.
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She made this song as if her own. I can barely recognise the original from this. It’s so good
This song, and the way her outfit is a love letter to the scarecrow. 😭💚
Back here after Cynthia EMBODIED Elphaba 💚💚💚
This number was delivered - rather than merely sung, and by the singer with the loveliest voice among the many talented diverse singers in Wicked the Concert.
Woww her and Ari’s voices are going to be stunning together!! Wowowow.
I love this song, this has got to be one the most beautiful renditions
Well, she's been cast as Elphaba in the Wicked movie adaptation...
I remember watching this being a little disappointed that Cynthia wasn't chosen to sing Defying Gravity... I guess I'll get my wish after all.
She has a great voice but don’t you think she looks a little old to play Elphaba ?
@@MrSam0119 she looks very young to me
Beautiful rendition of that song ❤
Can’t wait to hear Ari’s rendition of this.
She has such a lovely voice can’t wait to see her as Elphie
Her tone is amazing 🤩
To the new people coming in after her being cast as Elphie, watch her Tony winning performance of "I'm Here" from The Color Purple. She's way beyond phenomenal!
Ok I will
Smooth as butter. Love me some Cynthia!
I can't believe she's playing Elphaba in the movie adaptation, I couldn't be happier for her❤️
OMG!!! Thank you so much for 100 likes❤️. It's literally my first time having this many HAHAHA.
I've wanted her to do it since Harriet
I see what you did there
Cynthia is incredibly blessed with that beautiful voice! It’s so crystal clear and she sounds like an angel.💚
OMG she's incredible. I can't wait to hear what she does with Elphaba.
ariana sang the wizard and I, and cynthia sang "i couldnt be happier" years before the wicked. our eplfie and glinda just switched songs ❤
This woman's voice is just beautiful, pure, and different. Like, I have chills the entire time she sings anything.
Omg she is super talented!!!! This is the best version of this song I ever heard that voice!!!!!!!
With this nothing short of perfect performance of Cynthia Erivo, I just know Wicked this November will be a life changing film for all
Notice, taking the end of the final note up and head voice for just a tiny bit to make it especially sweet. Not only glorious and wonderful, but also an indicator of someone who has worked and studied long and hard.
Ok I saw this show a looooong time ago NOT on Broadway but this lady's voice has me TOO excited to hear her kill Defying Gravity.
I'M CRYING. YOU DESERVE THE ROLE, QUEEN!!
Here after watching Wicked
She is just too ridiculously cool. Her voice is amazingly beautiful and graceful.
SHe is giving me chills. I can not believe two such authentic and extraordinary actors and singers will play these amazing characters on screen. Such a tribute to Kristen and Idina's original portrayals. YAY. a screen musical with true musicians!
It’s crazy that she’s been cast as Elphaba when she’s singing a Glinda song here, and Ariana performing Wizard and I before and now she’s cast as Glinda
I've never heard her sing before but now after watching this, I really can't wait to hear her sing Defying Gravity this November. Its gonna be a fantastic film 💚💚💚xxx
Smooth as silk. Amazing vocal.
If never heard of Cynthia before her casting in the Wicked Movie... but I'm currently obsessed with her! What a wonderful choice for an iconic role... that voice is out of this world. And I love that she will clearly make the role her own and won't be trying to copy Idinas Elphie. I'm super stoked for this film!
There’s so much power in her voice yet there’s a sweetness and vulnerability. Cynthia has a very angelic voice and it just gives me chills. ❤
I can't wait to hear her sing Defying Gravity and As Long As You're Mine!
Cynthia, you are a pure talent. I actually saw you first in Toderick Hall,s Forbidden...we loved Straight Outta Oz and Forbidden. You have continued to showcase such an incredible talent ever since. Kudos on Wicked.
her voice is so warm and powerfull😢
She literally has such a perfect face and bone structure 😻 Also obviously super talented and an amazing voice
Cynthia and Ariana are gonna slay their roles I'm so excited aaaaaaaa
That was breathtaking.
Came here after seeing her spectacular performance in the film.
Very excited to hear she’s going to play Elphaba in the movie! Less sure about Ari but with her Broadway roots I’m sure she’ll be great too
I feel the same way. And yet, I've wanted Ariana to sing more Broadway since Hairspray Live
Absolutely beautiful! Very excited to see her in the movie version!
Wow! I love this rendition!
Her voice is so good oh my god she's gonna make an amazing Elphaba
Kristin Chenoweth sent me here
oh my god her voice is so pure and clear and utterly perfect. can't wait to see her as Elphaba!!
her version makes me cry. it reminds me that I have nothing to worry about. I have been through a lot and I over came that. thank you lord
That voice! 😍
Her voice just makes me feel safe
Cynthia just has this *gravitas* to every song she sings. She not only sings on point, but you completely are taken through her storytelling and her journey. If you haven’t, her I’m Here performance is devastating.
Can’t wait to see this on the big screen.
I seriously can't stop watching this.
Who came here again after watching the first trailer!! Also I love she singing a glinda and Ariana song a elphaba song. There voices are so amazing and I'm couldn't be happier for them in the movie. Wicked is my favorite musical of all time I do hope the movie defies gravity!
Its funny that we have videos of Arianna singings Elphabas songs and Cynthia singing Glindas but not the other way around
She's incredible! I'm so excited to see her in Wicked!
She has a beautiful song
I can't wait! My Elphie! ❤🇧🇷
Ok now this song! Total knock out! She givin Kristin a run for her money! ❤❤❤
I've been listening to both Cynthia and Arianna back to back and both of them really have excellent voices and I've been a long time Wicked fan and I teared up listened to these songs being sung with passion and heart. I'm hopeful for the movie.
goosebumps. i can't wait to hear her sing defying gravity in the movie 😭
Oh my god...her voice is amazing
I have never heard of Cynthia until this, she is so talented and I'm so pleased that she's playing Elphie
this is so beautiful, the arrangement, the strings, the background vocals, and of course Cynthia’s angelical vocals who were on point the whole time.
so excited to see her as Elphaba and hear her sing all those songs that are so close to all of our hearts.
Came here for the first time after finding out she would be in Wicked with Ariana and OH MY GOD, I am blown away by her voice and talent. I couldn’t be happier that she was cast as Elphaba. This movie will heal my soul ❤️
Just lovely ....
WOW!
And she has been announced as Elphaba! I couldn't be Happier! 😍💗
I felt the same way last night. This song was in my head
Cynthia Erivo literally kills everything she does! Such a badass!
Came to check her out after I hear she was going to be playing Elphaba. Her voice is beautiful! Very clear and straight forward ♡
Watch her do "I'm Here" to see the power you're dealing with. Not just her voice.
And now she's going to be Elphaba!!! I'm so excited!! 😍😆
blown away, truly.
Can’t wait for to be Elphaba in the Wicked Movie💚💚💚
Wicked!!!!!!!!!!!!
So excited about this casting.
i love cynthia so much ! can’t wait to see her as elphie !! her and ariana singing together is dream come true 🤍🤍
The voice of an angel
Wow!!! She’s gonna be amazing 🎉
She was just cast as Elphaba in the wicked movie!!!! Great choice!
Cynthia is the best singer
I can’t wait to hear her sing No Good deed and the wizard and I ❤ I’m gonna cry I know it
Her voice is beautiful! OMG