The Best Audition Songs for 21 Chump Street – By Character

When considering audition songs for 21 Chump Street, it’s fitting to choose a pop, R&B, or rap song from contemporary musical theatre repertoire that aligns with the tone of the show and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.

Because 21 Chump Street premiered in 2014, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 2000s and 2020s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.

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Step 1: Review Audition Info

Please read your audition details carefully, as they sometimes specify the type of song they’d like to hear (a ballad, something uptempo, etc.). Make sure to select a song that’s appropriate for your specific casting call.

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Step 2: Study the Show

Before auditioning, you should get familiar with the show, and listening to the cast album is a great way to do that. Here’s where you can learn more about 21 Chump Street.

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Step 3: Pick an Audition Song

Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.

Based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Whatever you choose, try to stay open to other casting possibilities.

When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and style.

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Audition Songs for 21 Chump Street

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Justin

“Boundaries” – A Strange Loop

“Jealous” – Labrinth (2010s / non-theatre)

“Lay Low” – Lysistrata Jones

“When She Smiles” – Lysistrata Jones

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Naomi

“Breathe” – In the Heights

“Everything I Know” – In the Heights

“It Won’t Be Long Now” – In the Heights

“One Day” – Groundhog Day

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Narrator

“Alabanza” – In the Heights

“Glorious” – Macklemore (2010s / non-theatre)

“Inútil” – In the Heights

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NOTE: There are only a few ensemble roles in this show – all in the baritone/tenor/alto vocal ranges. That’s why there are only audition song selections for those vocal types below. If your audition call is open to all gender identities/vocal ranges for their production, feel free to transpose one of the following songs to your vocal range on Musicnotes!

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Ensemble (Altos)

“Let Me Down” – Jorja Smith (2010s / non-theatre)

“One Perfect Moment” – Bring It On

“We’re Not Done” – Bring It On

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Ensemble (Baritones)

“Growing Up” – Macklemore (2010s / non-theatre)

“Hold On” – Lysistrata Jones

“Jeff Sums It Up” – Tootsie

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Ensemble (Tenors)

“Dos Oruguitas” – Encanto (2020s film)

“Enjoy the Trip” – Bring It On

“Run Away With Me” – The Mad Ones

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Step 4: Select a Monologue

If requested, here are a few audition monologues for 21 Chump Street:

• “As a Friend” from Kimberly Akimbo

• “Less Air to Breathe” from Almost, Maine

• “Lonely Billions” from Middletown

• “The Word Beautiful” from Punk Rock

• “Unusually Dramatic” from Punk Rock

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Step 5: Audition Prep

Choosing the right song is just the beginning! Strong preparation helps you walk into the room with confidence and ready to show what you can do.

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21 Chump Street Song List

Here’s a list of the musical numbers in 21 Chump Street, along with which characters sing in each of them. Unless you have been asked to, do not choose from the below songs for your audition! This is more intended to be used for character research purposes.

That said, if you’ve specifically been asked to sing a song from the show, you can find the sheet music for the best possible audition songs below.

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“What the Heck I Gotta Do” – Justin, Narrator, Naomi, Ensemble

“One School” – Naomi, Narrator, Justin

“Cousin” – Justin, Narrator, Naomi, Ensemble

“The Money” – Naomi, Justin, Narrator, Ensemble

“Epilogue” – Narrator, Naomi, Justin, Ensemble

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