Godspell (1971 Off-Broadway Cast)

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This article is about the album recorded by the musical's off-Broadway cast. For the musical itself, see Godspell. For the movie and its soundtrack, see Godspell (film).
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Godspell (1971 Off-Broadway Cast) is the original cast recording of the Cherry Lane Theatre production of Godspell. It produced a radio hit in the summer of 1972 with "Day By Day" with Robin Lamont on the lead vocal. The image of the face on the album cover was designed by David Byrd.[2]

Track listing

Music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz except as indicated.

  1. "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord" – 2:03
  2. "Save the People" – 3:24
  3. "Day by Day" – 3:16
  4. "Learn Your Lessons Well" – 1:25
  5. "Bless the Lord" – 3:01
  6. "All for the Best" – 2:31
  7. "All Good Gifts" – 3:33
  8. "Light of the World" – 2:59
  9. "Turn Back, O Man" – 4:20
  10. "Alas for You" – 2:01
  11. "By My Side" (lyric by Jay Hamburger / music by Peggy Gordon) – 2:42
  12. "We Beseech Thee" – 3:37
  13. "On the Willows" – 3:07
  14. "Finale" – 5:40
  15. "Day By Day (Reprise)" – 1:56

Cast

Band

Musical production personnel

Recording personnel

Charts

Album

Year Chart Position
1972 Billboard Pop Albums 34

Day by Day

Year Chart Position
1972 Billboard Pop Singles 13

Certifications

Organization Level Date
RIAA – U.S. Gold December 12, 1972

References

  1. ^ https://www.allmusic.com/album/r84749
  2. ^ Haun, Harry. "Side by Side by Schwartz: the 'Godspell' According to Stephen". Playbill.com. Retrieved May 14, 2015.
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