What makes South Pacific – With original B'way cast by Ezio Pinza notable?

The original cast recording of 'South Pacific' became a defining moment in Broadway history, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard charts and earning a Grammy Award for Best Musical Album. It played a crucial role in bringing attention to issues like race and war through its storytelling, influencing later musicals that tackled similar themes. In 1949, Ezio Pinza was already a celebrated opera singer when he took on the role of Emile de Becque in 'South Pacific'. This album marked his transition into musical theater, showcasing his ability to merge classical training with popular Broadway styles. The success of this recording solidified his prominence in both opera and musical theater realms.

How many songs are on South Pacific – With original B'way cast?

South Pacific – With original B'way cast has 19 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

South Pacific – With original B'way cast

Ezio Pinza · 1949

55 min · 19 tracks · opera

A lush blend of operatic vocals and Broadway flair, evoking the romance and yearning of the South Pacific.

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Some Enchanted Evening — This iconic ballad captures the essence of longing and romantic destiny, showcasing Pinza's powerful vocal delivery and emotional depth.
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There Is Nothin' Like a Dame — With its playful yet poignant lyrics, this lively ensemble piece highlights camaraderie among sailors while commenting on gender roles, making it a standout moment in the show.
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I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair — This track combines humor and defiance as it explores themes of empowerment and liberation from toxic relationships, delivered with an upbeat tempo that resonates strongly.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

You've Got to Be Carefully Taught

The song directly addresses how prejudice is instilled in people from a young age through learned behavior rather than inherent nature.

By tackling such a bold subject within the context of a musical, this moment breaks narrative convention and engages listeners with a profound social commentary.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Overture 3:37
2 Dites-moi 1:26
3 A Cockeyed Optimist 1:45
4 Twin Soliloquies 2:29
5 Some Enchanted Evening 3:04
6 Bloody Mary 2:18
7 There Is Nothin' Like a Dame 3:39
8 Bali Ha'i 3:29
9 I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair 3:30
10 A Wonderful Guy 3:34
11 Younger Than Springtime 3:29
12 Happy Talk 3:34
13 Honey Bun 2:04
14 You've Got to Be Carefully Taught 1:19
15 This Nearly Was Mine 3:30
16 Finale 3:06
17 Loneliness of Evening 3:23
18 My Girl Back Home 3:01
19 Bali Ha'i 3:13

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