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Tony and Grammy Award-winning artist Renée Elise Goldsberry is set to unveil her debut album, Who I Really Am, on June 6. This marks a significant moment in Goldsberry’s career as she embarks on a journey to express her personal narratives through original music.
Prior to the album’s official launch, Goldsberry has released the lead single, “Staring.” This track stands out as a vibrant declaration within the modern blues genre, overflowing with emotion, wit, and the excitement of newfound connections. The single is now available for streaming on Spotify.
Goldsberry reflects, “For so long, I have dedicated my energy to realizing the visions of others on Broadway, in recordings, and on film. But this is a pivotal moment for me. These songs are intimately tied to my life experiences, capturing everything from euphoria to sorrow and all the moments in between. They represent a fresh start—one that I’ve been gradually preparing for over many years.”
The album encompasses thirteen original tracks, with Goldsberry contributing to eleven. Each song delves into themes of love, heartache, artistic freedom, and personal growth. Key tracks include the dynamic title track that boldly asserts her identity, “Don’t Want to Love You,” a poignant ballad penned by her fellow Girls5eva co-star Sara Bareilles, and “Smiling,” an upbeat anthem with an R&B flair, which Goldsberry describes as “sunshine on a bad-ass bass line.”
Another highlight is the reimagined, guitar-driven version of “Satisfied,” a song originally written by Lin-Manuel Miranda and closely associated with Goldsberry’s role in Hamilton. After hearing guitarist Rod Castro (known for his work with Beyoncé and others) play a fresh arrangement during a studio session, Goldsberry decided to include this interpretation, which she frequently performs live. The track was first showcased by Miranda at the United Palace Theater earlier this year as part of the Hamilton 10th-anniversary celebrations and quickly garnered widespread attention online. The album’s release is aligned with the anniversary, intertwining the historical significance of Hamilton with Goldsberry’s evolution as a solo artist and songwriter.
In addition to the album, Goldsberry recently debuted a deeply personal documentary titled Satisfied at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival. This documentary, produced with the backing of industry veterans like Audra McDonald and Kelli O’Hara, features insights from notable figures such as Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ariana DeBose, chronicling Goldsberry’s journey through motherhood, celebrity status, loss, and her artistic resurgence amidst the phenomenal success of Hamilton.
Goldsberry has also captured the audience’s attention with her remarkable performance in the comedy series Girls5Eva, earning her several nominations, including Critics Choice and TCA Awards, for her role as the humorously self-absorbed “Wickie Roy.” Best known for her Tony Award-winning portrayal of “Angelica Schuyler” in the Broadway sensation Hamilton, she also received an Emmy nomination for her appearance in Disney+’s filmed version. Her extensive Broadway credentials include iconic shows such as Rent, The Color Purple, and The Lion King, along with numerous stage performances. In addition to her theater work, Goldsberry has appeared in notable films and TV shows, including The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, The Good Wife, Waves, Altered Carbon, and She-Hulk, as well as a beloved role in the soap opera One Life to Live.
Who I Really Am Tracklist:
1. Who I Really Am
2. Twinkle
3. Staring
4. Met Someone
5. Love Returned
6. Normal Enough (Moving Target)
7. Don’t Want to Love You
8. Satisfied
9. Smiling
10. You’re So Close
11. Skate Song
12. You Can Do Anything
13. Deals from Broadway World
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