The Best Audition Songs for Hamilton – By Character
When considering audition songs for Hamilton, it’s fitting to choose an R&B, pop, or rap song from musical theatre or non-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 Hamilton premiered in 2015, the audition songs below are drawn from musicals between the 1990s and 2020s. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
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.
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 Hamilton.
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.
Audition Songs for Hamilton
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Aaron Burr
“Glory” – John Legend [2010s/non-theatre]
“Grenade” – Bruno Mars [2010s/non-theatre]
“Love’s Divine” – Seal [2000s/non-theatre]
“Nice to Meet Ya” – Niall Horan [2020s/non-theatre]
Alexander Hamilton
“Glorious” – Macklemore [2010s/non-theatre]
“Lose Yourself” – Eminem [2000s/non-theatre]
“Mockingbird” – Eminem [2000s/non-theatre]
“Not Afraid” – Eminem [2010s/non-theatre]
Angelica Schuyler
“Breathe” – In the Heights
“Grand Piano” – Nicki Minaj [2010s/non-theatre]
“It’s All Happening” – Bring It On
“Love the Way You Lie (Part II)” – Rihanna [2010s/non-theatre]
Eliza Hamilton
“Good Job” – Alicia Keys [2020s/non-theatre]
“Natasha Lost” – The Great Comet
“No One Else” – The Great Comet
“Underdog” – Alicia Keys [2020s/non-theatre]
George Washington
“Fire on Fire” – Sam Smith [2010s/non-theatre]
“If You’re Out There” – John Legend [2000s/non-theatre]
“Preach” – John Legend [2010s/non-theatre]
“Shelter” – John Legend [2010s/non-theatre]
John Laurens / Philip Hamilton
“96,000” – In the Heights
“Battle Scars” – Guy Sebastian [2010s/non-theatre]
“It’s All Happening” – Bring It On [rap 1:30-2:02]
“What the Heck I Gotta Do” – 21 Chump Street
King George
“Expectations” – Amazing Grace
“Let It Be” – Labrinth [2010s/non-theatre]
“Something’s Got to Give” – Labrinth [2010s/non-theatre]
“You’re Welcome” – Moana
Marquis De Lafayette / Thomas Jefferson
“Before I Go” – Guy Sebastian [2020s/non-theatre]
“Changer” – Maître Gims [2010s/non-theatre]
“Choir” – Guy Sebastian [2010s/non-theatre]
“Zombie” – Maître Gims [2010s/non-theatre]
Peggy Schuyler / Maria Reynolds
“Burden Down” – Jennifer Hudson [2010s/non-theatre]
“Rock the Boat” – Aaliyah [2000s/non-theatre]
“So Gone” – Monica [2000s/non-theatre]
“Still Here” – Jennifer Hudson [2010s/non-theatre]
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Ensemble (Altos)
“Amen” – Andra Day [2010s/non-theatre]
“Rain on Me” – Ashanti [2000s/non-theatre]
“Wait My Turn” – Suffs
Ensemble (Baritones/Basses)
“Growing Up” – Macklemore [2010s/non-theatre]
“Hold On” – Lysistrata Jones
“Wing$” – Macklemore [2010s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Contras)
“Insane” – Suffs
“One School” – 21 Chump Street
“Take a Bow” – Rihanna [2000s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Finish the Fight” – Suffs
“Rise Up” – Andra Day [2010s/non-theatre]
“Wreckless Love” – Alicia Keys [2000s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Better in Time” – Leona Lewis [2000s/non-theatre]
“Flashlight” – Jessie J [2010s/non-theatre]
“Girl on Fire” – Alicia Keys [2010s/non-theatre]
Ensemble (Tenors)
“All of Me” – John Legend [2010s/non-theatre]
“Boundaries” – A Strange Loop
“Jealous” – Labrinth [2010s/non-theatre]
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for Hamilton:
• “Choices” from The New Sincerity
• “Little Hobbies” from This One Thing I Do
• “Nasty Scoundrels” from The Fourteenth of July
• “Standing Somewhere” from The Real Thing
• “What War Is” from The Whipping Man
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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Hamilton Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in Hamilton, 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.
Act 1:
“Alexander Hamilton” – Burr, Laurens, Jefferson, Madison, Hamilton, Eliza, Washington, Company
“Aaron Burr, Sir” – Hamilton, Burr, Laurens, Lafayette, Mulligan, Company
“My Shot” – Hamilton, Laurens, Lafayette, Mulligan, Burr, Company
“The Story of Tonight” – Hamilton, Laurens, Mulligan, Lafayette, Company
“The Schuyler Sisters” – Angelica, Eliza, Peggy, Burr, Company
“Farmer Refuted” – Seabury, Hamilton, Burr, Company
“You’ll Be Back” – King George III, Company
“Right Hand Man” – Washington, Hamilton, Burr, Company
“A Winter’s Ball” – Burr, Hamilton, Company
“Helpless” – Eliza, Company
“Satisfied” – Angelica, Company
“The Story of Tonight (Reprise)” – Laurens, Mulligan, Lafayette, Hamilton, Burr
“Wait for It” – Burr, Company
“Stay Alive” – Hamilton, Washington, Laurens, Lafayette, Mulligan, Lee, Eliza, Angelica, Company
“Ten Duel Commandments” – Laurens, Hamilton, Lee, Burr, Company
“Meet Me Inside” – Hamilton, Burr, Laurens, Washington, Company
“That Would Be Enough” – Eliza, Hamilton
“G*ns and Ships” – Burr, Lafayette, Washington, Company
“History Has Its Eyes on You” – Washington, Hamilton, Company
“Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)” – Hamilton, Lafayette, Laurens, Mulligan, Washington, Company
“What Comes Next?” – King George III
“Dear Theodosia” – Burr, Hamilton
“Non-Stop” – Burr, Hamilton, Angelica, Eliza, Washington, Company
Act 2:
“What’d I Miss?” – Jefferson, Burr, Madison, Company
“Cabinet Battle #1” – Washington, Jefferson, Hamilton, Madison
“Take a Break” – Eliza, Philip, Hamilton, Angelica
“Say No to This” – Maria Reynolds, Burr, Hamilton, James, Company
“The Room Where It Happens” – Burr, Hamilton, Jefferson, Madison, Company
“Schuyler Defeated” – Philip, Eliza, Hamilton, Burr
“Cabinet Battle #2” – Washington, Jefferson, Hamilton, Madison
“Washington on Your Side” – Burr, Jefferson, Madison, Company
“One Last Time” – Washington, Hamilton, Company
“I Know Him” – King George III
“The Adams Administration” – Burr, Jefferson, Hamilton, Madison, Company
“We Know” – Hamilton, Jefferson, Burr, Madison
“Hurricane” – Hamilton, Company
“The Reynolds Pamphlet” – Jefferson, Madison, Burr, Hamilton, Angelica, James, Company
“Burn” – Eliza
“Blow Us All Away” – Philip, Washington, Hamilton, Company
“Stay Alive (Reprise)” – Hamilton, Philip, Eliza, Company
“It’s Quiet Uptown” – Angelica, Hamilton, Eliza, Company
“The Election of 1800” – Jefferson, Madison, Burr, Hamilton, Company
“Your Obedient Servant” – Burr, Hamilton, Company
“Best of Wives and Best of Women” – Eliza, Hamilton
“The World Was Wide Enough” – Burr, Hamilton, Company
“Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story” – Eliza, Company
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip and the author of The Thespian’s Bucket List. She is also the creator of The Cast Album List. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
