What's Inside: Songs from Waitress
Sara Bareilles · 2015
36 min · 12 tracks · soft rock · musical
A heartfelt blend of melodic storytelling and emotional resonance, reflecting the struggles and triumphs of everyday life.
Why this album works
This album not only received critical acclaim but also played a crucial role in revitalizing interest in Broadway musicals among pop audiences. The song 'She Used to Be Mine' became particularly notable, charting on the Billboard Hot 100 and resonating deeply with listeners for its poignant lyrics about personal struggle and growth.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt storytelling in each track narrative flow that engages emotions
- Context
- In 2015, Sara Bareilles released 'What's Inside: Songs from Waitress' as her first major foray into musical theater, following her successful pop albums like 'The Blessed Unrest' (2013). This project marked a significant shift in her career, showcasing her songwriting talents in a new context while also earning her a Tony Award nomination for Best Original Score.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Cher· Sparks· Nancy Sinatra· Willie Nelson· Cyndi Lauper· Frank Zappa· Donna Summer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What’s Inside 1:16
- 2 Opening Up 3:19
- 3 Door Number Three 2:55
- 4 When He Sees Me Standout 3:51
- 5 Soft Place to Land 2:58
- 6 Never Ever Getting Rid of Me 2:26
- 7 I Didn’t Plan It 3:25
- 8 Bad Idea 3:26
- 9 You Matter to Me Standout 4:11
- 10 She Used To Be Mine Standout 4:10
- 11 Everything Changes 3:39
- 12 Lulu’s Pie Song 1:12
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