Musical Theatre Songs

28 Musical Theatre Songs About Gratitude – By Vocal Type

These musical theatre songs about gratitude highlight appreciation, reflection and the people or moments that make life feel meaningful. The list is sorted by vocal type, making it easier to find a song that fits your range or audition needs.


Altos

“Beautiful Things” – Doctor Dolittle

“I’m Here” – The Color Purple

“My Favorite Things” – The Sound of Music

“My House” – Matilda


Baritones

“How Lucky You Are” – Seussical

“I Got Life” – Hair

“Lucky to Be Me” – On the Town

“Plenty to Be Thankful For” – White Christmas


Basses

“I’m Glad I’m Not Young Anymore” – Gigi

“I Like Life” – Scrooge!

“The Best of Times” – La Cage aux Folles

“The Colors of My Life” – Barnum


Contras

“I Got the Sun In the Morning” – Annie Get Your Gun

“I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” – White Christmas

“Simple Joys” – Pippin

“Thank God She’s Blind” – The Toxic Avenger


Mezzos/Sopranos

“Gee I’m Glad I’m No One Else But Me” – Anne of Green Gables

“Happy Birthday” – I’m Getting My Act Together & Taking It on the Road

“I Got the Sun In the Morning” – Annie Get Your Gun

“I’m Alive” – Tootsie


Tenors

“All Good Gifts” – Godspell

“I Chose Right” – Baby

“I Love Betsy” – Honeymoon in Vegas

“Sara Lee” – The World Goes ‘Round


Trebles

“Home Again” – Captain Louie

“I Like It” – A Bronx Tale

“My Party Dress” – Henry and Mudge

“Neat to Be a Newsboy” – Working


Related: How to find out your vocal type