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“The Soundtrack” will be released alongside the film debut

“The Soundtrack” will be released alongside the film debut

“Wicked,” one of the most beloved Broadway classics of modern times, is coming to the big screen, with a soundtrack released to coincide with the film’s release.

“Wicked: The Soundtrack” is scheduled to be released alongside the film’s theatrical debut on November 22nd, with pre-orders starting today. It will feature renditions of the musical's most notable songs, including “Popular” and “Defying Gravity,” performed by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, who star as Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, in a story that follows their unlikely friendship.

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The film is based on Gregory Maguire's novel, which inspired the musical, which featured an original score by Stephen Schwartz. The cast also includes Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Michelle Yeoh as Shiz University Headmistress, Madame Morrible, Ethan Slater as Boq and Bowen Yang as Pfannee.

The soundtrack will be available in various formats including CD, double vinyl, double picture disc and digital. Target and Barnes & Noble will also offer exclusive editions, including split pink and green vinyl and an alternate cover.

“Wicked” is one of the most anticipated films of the fall season. The project will be a two-part phenomenon, with the second part releasing in November 2025. Jon M. Chu, the filmmaker behind “In the Heights” and “Crazy Rich Asians,” is the director of both films.

Check out the tracklist below:

  1. “Nobody mourns the wicked”
  2. “Dear old Shiz”
  3. “The Wizard and I”
  4. “What’s that feeling?”
  5. “Something bad”
  6. “Dancing through life”
  7. “Popular”
  8. “I’m not that girl.”
  9. “A short day”
  10. “A sentimental man”
  11. “Defy Gravity”

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