I can't believe NBC cancelled this wonderul show. With ratings so low on NBC, what are they thinking!!!! This is the best show on NBC....heck it's one of the best shows on TV period!!
Season 1 was 11/10. It was the perfect season. Season 2 was great but not the BEST tv show on TV. Still a shame it was cancelled! This deserves a movie!
Not only does Katharine McPhee have a great voice (many do) but when she sings, you believe what she says. The emotions, the phrasing, the feel--just can't be taught. Katharine McPhee is a star in every sense of the work
The key is to compare the projected emotions in the two versions of this final number. Karen's is accepting (of her death and the peace of it), passive, loving, grateful, and lets a bit of that innocence come to the fore again. Ivy's is defiant (she's dead, but her memory will never die, and she knows it), aggressive, bold, proud, and tells you she ultimately regrets nothing; knowing people will talk, but facing death knowing she earned every bit of her fame. They both go out with a bang, but Karen bursts like a stunning gold firework, and Ivy takes the rest of the world as she knew it with her in an eruption of color. Both performances are fantastic in their own right; it's just comparing apples to oranges.
exactly!! and that's the best way to describe their Marilyns as well and why it was so back-and-forth with the casting. Marilyn embodied boldness and shyness, sexiness and innocence, and it's part of why she is so iconic. Ivy captured the bolder parts of Marilyn's personality to a T, but I found she lacked on the innocence, whereas Karen herself was innocent of that was easy for her to portray, but she was too shy to really have the friskiness of Marilyn. As for the final song, it's all a matter of preference. I find both performances to be absolutely beautiful, but I find that I like Ivy's interpretation better because she isn't just complicit with how she was treated, she is MAD because she was treated like crap and she has the right to be, and she can finally be free from it, whereas when she was alive she didn't seem to have any other option that just to accept she will always be seen as an object. While I love Karen's innocence in other songs, this is one that it just doesn't work as well.
I think people miss the point that Karen and Ivy are different representations of Marilyn and it depends what kind of person you are in who you think better represents her. So it said a lot about the creative team who they saw as Marilyn.
1:07 - 1:11 "but forget every man who I ever met, cuz they only live to control" I love her cold cold expression at that moment, that was amazing.....goosebumps!!! Love her voice!
When you look to the heavens with someone you love, and a lights shining bright from afar, hope you see my face there, and then offer a prayer, and please let me be that star. The perfect way to think of everyone we have lost, including Marilyn herself
This song is so awesome it gives me chills! What an excellant show, the music arrangement is the best ever, the cast and crew are totally awesome. Dear Ms. Katherine Mcphee, you prove that you don't need to win American Idol to be a Star you trully shine in Smash!
They thought they could dispose of me They tried to make me small I suffered each indignity But now rise above it all Yes, the price I paid was all I had But at last, I found release And if something good can come from bad The past can rest in peace Oh if you see someone's hurt And in need of a hand Don't forget me Or hear a melody crying from some baby grand You don't forget me When you sing happy birthday to someone you love Or see diamonds you wish were all free Please say that you won't; I pray that you don't forget me But forget every man who I ever met 'Cause they only lived to control For a kiss they paid a thousand Yet they paid fifty cents for my soul They took their piece The price of fame that no one can repay Ah, but they didn't buy me when they bought my name And that is why I pray That when you see someone's hurt And in need of a hand You don't forget me Or hear a melody crying from some baby grand You don't forget me When you sing happy birthday to someone you love Or see diamonds you wish were all free Please say that you won't; I pray that you don't forget me There are some in this world who have strength on their own Never broken or in need of repair But there are some born to shine who can't do it alone So protect them and take special care Take care And don't forget me Please take care And don't forget me When you look to the heavens with someone you love And a light shining bright from afar Hope you see my face there And then offer a prayer And please let me be Let me be that star
So wonderful! As Tom and Julia struggled to find an ending for Bombshell that transcended Marilyn's suicide(?)/death, they forged this compelling song. Katharine McPhee's soul-touching delivery brought tears to my eyes. SMASH season 1 was unforgettable, so many incredible scenes and songs. Come on, NBC. Where's our DVD?
wonderful job. A friend in NYC used to walk his aunt's dog with "Norma." He never knew she was Marilyn. Thanks for posting this. This song isn't on the cd.
I get chills every time I watch this video. The music writers for this show really outdid themselves and Katharine is just amazing and inspiring..thank you so much I love this song!
I am a big fan of Katherine McPhee. Loved her on idol and have watched her grow to where she is now on Smash. That last note she hit in this song was beyond belief. It was so strong and clear. What a great singer and so posed and beautiful. Bravo!!!
I've watched the end of this episode on my local tv station on-line over and over again. Thanks for posting it here. Once again, I've come to admire Ms. Mcphee's talent and the superb job she did on this song. Thanks for posting it.
Just wonderful. Such a genius way to end "Bombshell"....I would never have thought of it. Nothing is more masterful to me than the crafting of an amazing song or show. LOVE IT so much.
I don't know what it is about this song - I have such a strong emotional reaction to it and well up as soon as she comes into the choruses. Only a couple of songs can do that to me, this one and still by alanis Morisette. Amazing song and an awesome show. can't wait for series 2.
Katharine McPhee does have an angelic voice and whatever she sings does gives you goosebumps. Thanks again for editing certain parts of the clips. Good job. Her Idol performance which I still liked till today is the signature song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." Post Idol would be those she sang duet with Andrea Brocelli and "Somewhere" from David Foster and Friends concert.
Totally agree with what you say on the phrasing & emotions. She has been vocally trained by her mom when she was young. Have you guys noticed Katharine has the softness in her singing voice when she role plays Marilyn. Check back some of her Ameican Idol performance such as Someone To Watch Over Me, Somewhere Over The Rainbow & etcs. :)
i agree absolutely. Kat deserves to be a superstar and i think she is well on her way. Ever since she appeared on AI i had a strong feeling she would have a great career and would become a big star! So looking forward to the next season of SMASH. Wish it were starting next month instead of waiting until January. Damn NBC--- next seasons are supposed to start in September!!!!!
i really like how you incorporated the real Marilyn, i loved the show but i think alot of people are getting so caught up in it that they forget the woman who inspired it!
I can't believe NBC cancelled this wonderul show. With ratings so low on NBC, what are they thinking!!!! This is the best show on NBC....heck it's one of the best shows on TV period!!
Season 1 was 11/10. It was the perfect season. Season 2 was great but not the BEST tv show on TV. Still a shame it was cancelled! This deserves a movie!
Agreed
Season 1 is Perfect ! 😁
Season 2... 😒
Not only does Katharine McPhee have a great voice (many do) but when she sings, you believe what she says. The emotions, the phrasing, the feel--just can't be taught. Katharine McPhee is a star in every sense of the work
The key is to compare the projected emotions in the two versions of this final number. Karen's is accepting (of her death and the peace of it), passive, loving, grateful, and lets a bit of that innocence come to the fore again. Ivy's is defiant (she's dead, but her memory will never die, and she knows it), aggressive, bold, proud, and tells you she ultimately regrets nothing; knowing people will talk, but facing death knowing she earned every bit of her fame. They both go out with a bang, but Karen bursts like a stunning gold firework, and Ivy takes the rest of the world as she knew it with her in an eruption of color. Both performances are fantastic in their own right; it's just comparing apples to oranges.
As an actor, I can clearly identify which of these is the more interesting acting choice. I don't think it's hard to know which one I'm talking about.
exactly!! and that's the best way to describe their Marilyns as well and why it was so back-and-forth with the casting. Marilyn embodied boldness and shyness, sexiness and innocence, and it's part of why she is so iconic. Ivy captured the bolder parts of Marilyn's personality to a T, but I found she lacked on the innocence, whereas Karen herself was innocent of that was easy for her to portray, but she was too shy to really have the friskiness of Marilyn. As for the final song, it's all a matter of preference. I find both performances to be absolutely beautiful, but I find that I like Ivy's interpretation better because she isn't just complicit with how she was treated, she is MAD because she was treated like crap and she has the right to be, and she can finally be free from it, whereas when she was alive she didn't seem to have any other option that just to accept she will always be seen as an object. While I love Karen's innocence in other songs, this is one that it just doesn't work as well.
I think people miss the point that Karen and Ivy are different representations of Marilyn and it depends what kind of person you are in who you think better represents her. So it said a lot about the creative team who they saw as Marilyn.
Dude I just got high and read your comment , it was like reading poetry 🔥
i ALWAYS get goosebumps when I listen to it. ALWAYS. and its been 4 yrs
Ditto :)
Has been six years and I still have goosebumps
Same! 2020 and still have goosebumps too
same
2021 and just had! ❤️
This performance always leaves me speechless everytime #bringbacksmash
This deserves more views. This show was amazing.
1:07 - 1:11 "but forget every man who I ever met, cuz they only live to control" I love her cold cold expression at that moment, that was amazing.....goosebumps!!! Love her voice!
I love Kat Mcphee!! she absolutely kills anything she dose. so talented at all she dose. i still have mcpheever!!
This sound was played at my friend's funeral we discovered a love for this TV series together. I know he is definitely a star in the heavens.
I love Katherine McPhee. She truly has it all!
Simply beautiful. love this version..
I miss this show so muchhhh
When you look to the heavens with someone you love, and a lights shining bright from afar, hope you see my face there, and then offer a prayer, and please let me be that star. The perfect way to think of everyone we have lost, including Marilyn herself
Simply amazing!!! She is a star. One of the best performances in a musical ever!!!
This song is so awesome it gives me chills! What an excellant show, the music arrangement is the best ever, the cast and crew are totally awesome. Dear Ms. Katherine Mcphee, you prove that you don't need to win American Idol to be a Star you trully shine in Smash!
Fico realmente emocionada quando vejo esse vídeo, essa menina realmente é uma estrela 🌟
Eu gostaria muito de assistir essa série de novo, atores maravilhosos
I remeber watching this on tv and crying the durring the finale lol
God I love this so much. Absolutely amazing.
I never tire of seeing this scene! That end!! I can not have a better one! Incredible! Exciting!
This and don't say yes were the moments during this show when I truly loved it.
This dream finally came true for Katharine McPhee. Now we shall see if there is any Emmy & Golden Globe Awards for Ms McPhee. :D
They thought they could dispose of me
They tried to make me small
I suffered each indignity
But now rise above it all
Yes, the price I paid was all I had
But at last, I found release
And if something good can come from bad
The past can rest in peace
Oh if you see someone's hurt
And in need of a hand
Don't forget me
Or hear a melody crying from some baby grand
You don't forget me
When you sing happy birthday to someone you love
Or see diamonds you wish were all free
Please say that you won't;
I pray that you don't forget me
But forget every man who I ever met
'Cause they only lived to control
For a kiss they paid a thousand
Yet they paid fifty cents for my soul
They took their piece
The price of fame that no one can repay
Ah, but they didn't buy me when they bought my name
And that is why I pray
That when you see someone's hurt
And in need of a hand
You don't forget me
Or hear a melody crying from some baby grand
You don't forget me
When you sing happy birthday to someone you love
Or see diamonds you wish were all free
Please say that you won't;
I pray that you don't forget me
There are some in this world who have strength on their own
Never broken or in need of repair
But there are some born to shine who can't do it alone
So protect them and take special care
Take care
And don't forget me
Please take care
And don't forget me
When you look to the heavens with someone you love
And a light shining bright from afar
Hope you see my face there
And then offer a prayer
And please let me be
Let me be that star
So wonderful! As Tom and Julia struggled to find an ending for Bombshell that transcended Marilyn's suicide(?)/death, they forged this compelling song. Katharine McPhee's soul-touching delivery brought tears to my eyes. SMASH season 1 was unforgettable, so many incredible scenes and songs. Come on, NBC. Where's our DVD?
wonderful job. A friend in NYC used to walk his aunt's dog with "Norma." He never knew she was Marilyn. Thanks for posting this. This song isn't on the cd.
Super!!
Both are incredible ...no comparison....they are different and equally great
In this song she IS Marylin.
She is amazing! And this song is brilliant!
AMAZING! gives me chills every time I listen to it! if cat doesnt achieve superstar recognition, something is wrong with the world!
I can't get enuf!!!! Katherine has such a rich voice.......I get chills and goosebumps everytime I hear her!!!!
I get chills every time I watch this video. The music writers for this show really outdid themselves and Katharine is just amazing and inspiring..thank you so much I love this song!
i totally agree with you this song is beautiful... and it says alot of the people who did this show, i cant wait until the second season
I get chills every time I hear her sing this fabulous song!
The girls got pipes!
WOW!!! The B E A U T I F U L resemblance! When you look to the heavens... tears
Again amazing!!!
23 November 2019 still my fave
the anniversary date for JFK's assassination
I am a big fan of Katherine McPhee. Loved her on idol and have watched her grow to where she is now on Smash. That last note she hit in this song was beyond belief. It was so strong and clear. What a great singer and so posed and beautiful. Bravo!!!
I've watched the end of this episode on my local tv station on-line over and over again. Thanks for posting it here. Once again, I've come to admire Ms. Mcphee's talent and the superb job she did on this song. Thanks for posting it.
thnak youuu! she totaly deserved the role! her voice is soo swee and yet powerful. an inspiring song!
Una serie increible!!!! Y que final!!!! Fabuloso!!!! Que voz!!!! Me pone la piel de gallina!!!! INCREIBLE!!!!!
KM is an amazing singer! love the show.
nothing more than EXCELLENT , the best Excelent version and edition i saw, MANY CONGRAT!!!
that last note was just killer! like bam!!!!!!!!
Brilliant.....Kat really bring Marilyn in this song...she looks like Marilyn and Noorma as well....tq for this video.
Just wonderful. Such a genius way to end "Bombshell"....I would never have thought of it. Nothing is more masterful to me than the crafting of an amazing song or show. LOVE IT so much.
I don't know what it is about this song - I have such a strong emotional reaction to it and well up as soon as she comes into the choruses. Only a couple of songs can do that to me, this one and still by alanis Morisette. Amazing song and an awesome show. can't wait for series 2.
She is an amazing singer. I love this song. The video is great too.
Awsome edit .. Best song of the season for sure lovee katherines shes for sure a star :-)
what a great voice and this is one great song epic last show tune
Katharine McPhee does have an angelic voice and whatever she sings does gives you goosebumps. Thanks again for editing certain parts of the clips. Good job.
Her Idol performance which I still liked till today is the signature song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." Post Idol would be those she sang duet with Andrea Brocelli and "Somewhere" from David Foster and Friends concert.
I love this song soooo much! I love how she smiles when she sings don't forget me. Ahhhh gives me chills!'
Wow. That was freaking AMAZING! And Kat McPhee does kinda look like Marilyn... :)
i love this song :) xx
chills.. every time
LOVED this!!! I agree was a brilliant ending to the show!!
Shared on my site with a post!
OutMaturity
Great show, great songs. Both Marilyn's are amazing!!!! Would like both to share role. Both bring something unique to the role.
Maravilhosa!!!!
Why don't they have songs like this on the radio? If only
This song is true esence of Marilyn Monroe.
When I first time saw this performance I was blown away, - OUTSTANDINGLY GOOD!
This was the best video of this song posted I've seen yet! Great job.
Thanks for sharing. Those last few notes were AMAZING!!!!!!
My favorite song from the show!
This is the best video Yet!!!!!
Goosebumps!!!
I just got the solo for this song in choir. So pumped!!!
I really love this song!
Amazing song😚😘
Totally agree with what you say on the phrasing & emotions. She has been vocally trained by her mom when she was young. Have you guys noticed Katharine has the softness in her singing voice when she role plays Marilyn.
Check back some of her Ameican Idol performance such as Someone To Watch Over Me, Somewhere Over The Rainbow & etcs. :)
Wow, great job!!! Thank You.
Thank you! Nice editing job. Great Song. Just hope they don't take it down.
Absolutely the BEST moment from both seasons!
love it so much!!!
Great video! I love smash and I feel like this song wrapped up the play and the season just perfectly!
I agree! The video is an awesome tribute to both Marilyn & Smash! NBC should be flattered! ;-)
Thanks for creating this, this was really awesome
This is my favorite song from all of Smash. Gets me everytime.
They really hit it off with that finale song.
I love your música ,please continue !!!!!!
I love this!
Awesome awesome edit! What a great job! Love it!
i actually wanna cry while hearing this
That was amazing. Great video, thank you. :)
1 word 'WOW'
Amazing performance!
Beautiful voice :)
who ever wrote this song is brilliant and who ever choose her to play the part is brilliant too
Love this edit
Beautiful
I have the beginning as a solo for chorus... sooo excited
BRING SMASH BACK!!
2021 and still in my heart 😍😍😍😍
i agree absolutely. Kat deserves to be a superstar and i think she is well on her way. Ever since she appeared on AI i had a strong feeling she would have a great career and would become a big star! So looking forward to the next season of SMASH. Wish it were starting next month instead of waiting until January. Damn NBC--- next seasons are supposed to start in September!!!!!
i really like how you incorporated the real Marilyn, i loved the show but i think alot of people are getting so caught up in it that they forget the woman who inspired it!
man why isnt she a superstar. I know of thousands out there that can never do what she can. what a great way to end the show
Captures the parting thoughts of Marilyn perfectly, in my opinion.
She's so pretty :)
I much prefer Karen. Megan's too baby-faced and traditionally pretty and I like more interesting women.
And beautiful song :)
WHOO ME ENCANTO.
i'd love to hear ivy sing it. She has a very powerful voice that is perfect for musical numbers
LOVE!!!!