Friend Like Me (from "Aladdin" Original Broadway Cast Recording) [Official Audio]

[@Beautifullytragic6]

The bit where they have bits and pieces from other Disney classics makes me smile, I'm such a sucker for nostalgia.

[@SouthernHoney090]

Seeing it on Broadway I died when they did that. For real. I was like OMG that's genius!

[@emmac8862]

OMG I LOVE that part!

[@EsmeraldMaster]

Kayla Charles That's genie-ous!*

[@trollza21]

EsmeraldMaster that reference tho

[@nelihmazen1420]

Basically it's all the masterpieces the legendary Alan Menken has written! ;)

[@Peacheselaine21]

Genie: "Can your friends do this?" Aladdin: "What friends?"

[@ianluk6385]

Babkak, Omar and Kassim would be very disappointed.

[@morganl7233]

babKAK OMAR ALADDIN KASSIMMMMMMMM

[@moxxietgswip611]

Rip Alldin

[@putnamehere8940]

Oof 9000

[@justanotherbohemian3827]

Mary Wichmann Abu?

[@chucknorrispotato394]

This is a such a wonderful rendition of this song and I think it is a shame that people are comparing it to Robin William's version instead just appreciating the two completely separately. The thing I don't think people are grasping is that these are two entirely different versions of the same song with different goals and different target audiences. The movie version is an animated film geared towards children and rather than performing something that will be portrayed onstage, Williams was doing a voice over. That automatically dictates a different kind of performance and ability. The actor in this version however is performing for Broadway which means a larger target audience age wise and a much different type of performance where the goal is to put more emphasis on the musicality than the impressions/voices themselves. That's the difference. Both performances are equally brilliant and commendable and I don't see why people should be arguing about it. I really think Robin Williams would be proud of this guy.

[@impossiblegirl11]

I agree with you completely. I was watching a documentary about the show and the show lamps didn't work because of this number and the carpet. But it worked in the long run since the show is up.

[@phillyfanmatt]

+Kat Holland Well said. He does a good job of being similar to Robin's gene, but so different at the same time, both are equally great.

[@samanthalink2150]

Great song

[@marvelfan2.059]

Agreed, I wonder they will incorporate some of that in the Aladdin remake?

[@kkstar1297]

Oh yeah I love this version. It’s so much fun.

[@EHH246]

Even on Broadway, Genie steals the show. ;)

[@dovesilk]

Genie is my favorite character. He's exciting, full of energy, and very funny!

[@leoh1472]

***** did it go well?

[@plushpin]

lmao how old are you to say that in 2017

[@clarissasmith6911]

EHH246 lol

[@biginbabylon]

lanky noodle 54 Born and raised in Alabama

[@w3cvw]

I saw this with my kids last month on Broadway. This was one of the best musical numbers I have seen on the stage. The Genie put everything into this song and deserved every second of the clapping and cheering that he got. To see the smiles on my kids faces was worth every single penny.

[@dean4526]

Just watched this show in Auckland NZ it was amazing

[@faeline_]

I saw it on Broadway in the New Amsterdam theater in Manhattan and this number was my favorite too.

[@manuelorozco7760]

@@dean4526 I saw it in Costa Mesa, CA almost two years ago. I agree

[@cussundriakneal9904]

Honestly i'm impressed with this version. The guy who did this is ACTUALLY singing and is still pulling all these different impressions and exuberance of Robin Williams. I applaud this version.

[@SCR33NH3AD]

James Monroe Iglehart is just Broadway's black version of Robin Williams at this point

[@lildigipoke]

If you have not SEEN this live, you are missing out on one of the best Broadway numbers of all time.

[@abbiec1261]

This is so true.

[@chloe-rz1dg]

so true, just went and saw it on broadway on saturday! AMAZINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!!!!!!!!!!

[@zackstark24601]

Just saw it last Saturday its my favorite musical!

[@cherubpineda6603]

Ughhh......I missed it,you guys are makin' me envious.....

[@lilwigglez7791]

THE BEST MUSICAL EVER!!!!!!!!!!

[@elizabethpage_]

I absolutely love this version of friend like me. Aladdin is one of my favorite Disney movies. Robin Williams did such a great job with the character of the genie. And I believe this version of the genie is definitely doing justice to one of my favorite Disney pieces. This jazzy twist on a Disney classic is just wonderful.

[@justbeingme7965]

Yassss

[@basesspace3012]

When he sang "beauty and the beast" when I went to see it he shouted out " EAT YOUR HEART OU EMMA WATSON!" I almost died!!!!

[@basesspace3012]

*OUT

[@miaherrin8067]

Lol

[@MovieEggman]

And without any Auto-Tune.

[@DownWithDC]

Magic cookie 392 that’s incredible, thanks for making my day for real

[@wuftchan8299]

idk

[@maxtheaxeiswax]

When I heard Bibidy Bobbody Boo that's when it hit me like a ton of bricks that Aladdin and Cinderella are the same story.

[@emmablackstone4816]

+Solar-Sirius nope it's from Cinderella :/

[@angelofjustice7761]

wait... how..... oh, I just got hit by the same bricks 0.0 OMG YOU'RE SOO RIGHT!!!

[@Chlo3June]

+maxtheaxeiswax OH SHIT I JUST REALIZED THAT TOO

[@decaytred9500]

Omg you're right

[@jayhoward3068]

I like to see it as a updated Cinderella

[@katiehanna90]

"Welcome to 'Dancing with the Scimitars.' " I LOVE IT.

[@manuelorozco7760]

Didn't expect that to happen

[@christinasamuel3947]

Good point did you know that is changed to welcome to strictly come dancing for the original west end cast

[@onionsan5084]

“Mister Aladdin sir, *W H A T* will your pleasure be?” “Try some of column A, try *A L L* of column B!” I love the way he sings. It really adds to the song.

[@eljordinio7647]

U forgot Have a wish, or Two, or THREE

[@puellamaris]

First time I saw this show on Broadway... the whole show blew me away. I was mystified. But then Friend Like Me happened, and oh my lord, it got a two minute long standing ovation. I wish I could see it again for the first time.

[@WillieManga]

I love how both Will Smith and James Monroe both gave their own take on the Genie instead of trying to be Robin Williams. It gives them their own brand of charisma. Williams had the best range of impressions, Will Smith combined the song with a bit of his talent from Fresh Prince, and James here... holy crap, he parodies other Disney songs?! Awesome!

[@Moonlit_Fir3]

Dude went the extra mile and gave us A WHOLE DISNEY MELODY WITHIN THE SONG LOL

[@josephgillotti676]

When I went to the very first show on Feb. 26, 2014, this song, despite being in the first act, got a standing ovation; I have never seen that before at ANY show, Broadway or whatever. That's how I knew this show was gonna be HUGE!!!

[@JarodTMusic]

"Seize the Day" in Newsies... Another Disney show. They're on a roll.

[@jhangelgurl]

I went yesterday to the 2:00pm show and after this performance we did a standing ovation. We wouldn't of stopped clapping if the conductor didn't start the music.

[@manuelorozco7760]

I love Newsies. I went to the filmed performance at my local AMC two months ago. First time seeing Newsies

[@ciarancross4216]

Defying Gravity - Wicked. One of the best known musical song. First act and typically gets a stand innovation

[@libby2026]

My school is doing aladdin for the school musical and I am the f*cking magic carpet lol

[@janehoe_]

+Libby Connolly xD Good luck! That's a main role!

[@libby2026]

+Alafig The Fig Thanks!

[@DragonFang409]

LMAO, A CARPET

[@leslielopez3700]

+Libby Connolly We are 2 now

[@EmmaLucilleYTB]

+Libby Connolly same, tbh

[@beaufonville4454]

I absolutely love and adore James Monroe Iglehart's performance as Genie for "Disney's Aladdin on Broadway", thank you so much for this Disney!

[@hannahelaine3134]

I cried through most of this..Robin we miss you.

[@nicholasrowley947]

Same here...that, and I also hate this version, too much jazz.

[@Cass1521]

+NR Rowley ...The original song is literally jazz, though. And the broadway version is using an extended arrangement that was cut from the film.

[@DragonFang409]

I hope he's looking down and saying "I wish I was f*cking alive too" 😞😔

[@elliotscasual2459]

Nah, he's probably dancing along to this every show, cause it's something he'd do

[@smoffe8610]

Can... you guys stop complaining and comparing actual humans to each other? These people try their best to entertain you, they use actual energy. Just to fill your stupid needs of entertainment. At least appreciate. I know this was written 2 years ago. But it still makes me sad

[@alanmechling9822]

Hearing Vortex/Asmodeus sing this is oddly fitting funny enough.😂

[@DragonPrincessAoife]

You can totally see why he got the Tony.

[@hannahpense9973]

Max Barr He really does bring a lot of energy and personality to the character. You can just hear it in his voice.

[@manuelorozco7760]

Max Barr And what’s surreal about it is James got the Tony co presented by Zachary Levi who now they share voice co starring in Tangled the Series as Eugene and Lance respectively

[@bromodragone8405]

The voice of Vortex and Asmodeus.

[@demonic-angelusagi305]

Yur kidding!?

[@bromodragone8405]

@@demonic-angelusagi305 nope

[@TheEmbodimentOfLust]

It's me

[@slickt8128]

I didn't know

[@CarlosAndres-tq9sc]

He also played Billy Flynn in Chicago for a while

[@DylanScottDavis]

To anyone who compares this to the movie without going to see it live, you are a fool. This song is one of my favorites and for it alone I say go see the show. The Broadway show is just simply fantastic!

[@AdamFloro]

Sorry, many of us just don't have the means and have to enjoy it from home.

[@parkjimns]

Dylan Davis I love the broadway version

[@manuelorozco7760]

Aladdin is not one of my Disney favorites but I would love to see the Broadway version one day

[@denaejoy612]

My mom surprised me and my brother to see Aladdin one day since I’m doing it for the play at school. During this scene, I cried so much from how talented Inglehart is and how amazing the performance was. I hope everyone gets the same experience listening to the song, because it’s truly a wish come true!

[@dylankaiser5546]

Robin Williams would be proud

[@jwproductions6592]

Yes yes he would

[@hammysqurreline6278]

Yes he would. He would be very proud.

[@jwproductions6592]

BAD DAY?

[@dylankaiser5546]

***** yes but i doubt he saw it

[@sirilluminarthevaliant2895]

I'm not so sure. The tones just don't sound right at times

[@latinachickz16]

His voice reminds me of Audrey II from Little Shop of Horrors in some parts. I like it:) He could totally play him. And of course he rocks it as the Genie. I think Robin would approve. And so would Levi Stubbs if he ever got to play Audrey II:)

[@Jayalaw]

Suddenly I want to see the Genie do an Audrey II impression in one of the Aladdin spinoffs. :D

[@faffolite]

Kiara Zapata there's definatley similar bits as there written by same people

[@Dancergirl9084]

The composer of most of the Disney Renaissance is Alan Menken who also wrote the music for little shop of horrors.

[@kellytdlima]

I was LITERALLY THINKING THAT and then i passed your comment. He has that attitude in his voice!

[@LaineMann]

Wait how did I not know this!?

[@JJarvisEsq]

Backing band are fantastic - and were incredible live. So many intricacies to this, brilliant version!

[@mastayoda337]

God bless House of Asmodeus and this.

[@AdrianMartinez-en1nb]

Fuck that I hate his bird ass after what he did there

[@rkgk1517]

You gotta have amazing breath control to handle this song.

[@kylemaljevac5482]

Saw the musical when it came to Australia. Probably the best musical I've ever seen, the costumes, choreography, music, the performance of the genie and this song stole the show. It was absolute Disney magic.

[@krystalg3]

I love how Alan's work is combined in the song like Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid, Pocahontas, etc... 4:40-5:30

[@mrphilipinit12]

R.I.P Mr.Williams. thank you for bringing me these laughs and tears of joy. We will always remember and love you...!

[@sophiapryka100]

I saw this in London and it was amazing! If your looking for a musical to see then see Aladdin.

[@calebhedemark7983]

So glad there’s audio. I watched this live the other day expecting to be bored out of my mind and it was amazing. The sets the costumes and the music was amazing. I love jazz already as a musician so I kinda fan boyed with all the live music

[@Scarlac-Inc]

I feel like the other Disney songs r in there because of the many references Genie made in Aladdin himself. That's actually kind of funny

[@victoriabell9546]

Actually I think it's a reference to the fact that all of these songs, as well as Friend Like Me, are all written by Alan Menken who did the music for the entire musical, as well as for the 1992 (i think?) movie.

[@freddybonilla2472]

That Song Never Gets Old

[@GreatQueenFan]

When he did Beauty and the beast and then continued with the other classics it totally caught me off guard, I just started weeping uncontrollably.

[@maicey_t.]

I would LOVE to see this guy play Audrey II in LSoH. His voice is perfect for it.

[@faithtinywishes8232]

Well, hands down the best Disney medley I’ve EVER HEARD

[@goldprime118]

This man is literally the genie come to life.

[@Foxy-yz6wo]

I can not be the only one who thinks this would be good for a Fizzmodeus animation

[@B4dr4bbit]

Now I want it

[@Foxy-yz6wo]

@@B4dr4bbit I know me too! Or perhaps a series of Stolitz Aladdin animations due to Paimon being voiced by the guy who voiced Jafar in the original film. Of course it would also feature Fizzmodeus scenes somewhere somehow. What are your thoughts on that?

[@joeru3276]

I can’t believe he’s the voice actor for ozmodious in helleva boss!! Now I want to hear him sing more

[@xoxotoast6995]

I scrolled lot and couldn't find it so here you go lyrics (Scat fill) Can you give me a "bada-yada-yada"? (Aladdin repeat) Good! Scotty-wop (Aladdin repeat) Everybody! Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo (Audience repeat) (Scat fill) Hit it! Well Ali Baba had them forty thieves Scheherezad-ie had a thousand tales But master you in luck 'cause up your sleeves You got a brand of magic never fails You got some power in your corner now Some heavy ammunition in your camp You got some punch, pizzazz, yahoo and how See all you gotta do is rub that lamp And I'll say Mister Aladdin, sir What will your pleasure be? Let me take your order Jot it down You ain't never had a friend like me No no no Life is your restaurant And I'm your maitre d' C'mon whisper what it is you want You ain't never had a friend like me Yes sir, we pride ourselves on service You're the boss The king, the shah Say what you wish It's yours! True dish How about a little more Baklava? Have some of column "A" Try all of column "B" I'm in the mood to help you dude You ain't never had a friend like me Can your friends do this? Do your friends do that? Do your friends pull this out their little hat? Can your friends go, poof? Well, looky here Can your friends go, Abracadabra, let 'er rip And then make the sucker disappear? So doncha sit there slack jawed, buggy eyed I'm here to answer all your midday prayers You got me bona fide, certified You got a genie for your chare d'affaires I got a powerful urge to help you out So what-cha wish? I really wanna know You got a list that's three miles long, no doubt Well, all you gotta do is rub like so - (Spoken) Come on! Yes! And oh... (Sung) Mister Aladdin, sir, have a wish or two or three I'm on the job, you big nabob You ain't never had a friend like...me! (Spoken) Can your friends do this? No really...can they? You're welcome! Or maybe, our lucky contestant would like for a talent of fame? Welcome to 'Dancing With The Scimitars'! Grab old Al, by the hand, swing him 'round 'till he can't stand, chicken in a basket, sparrow on a tree, never had a friend like me! I'd like to bring the house down a little bit, sing a few old classics, couple of favorites of mine. I'll get back to you in a second! Thank you! (Sung) Tale as old as time... (Spoken) Thank you, thank you very much (Sung) True as it can be. Barely even friends, beauty and the... Look at this stuff! Isn't it neat?! Wouldn't you think my collections complete?! Wouldn't you think I'm the genie who has everything?! ~Under the Sea Intro~ And you'll never hear the wolf cry to the blue corn moon, so whether we are white or copper skinned... I want adventure in the great wide... Ever just the same, ever a surprise, though he's sitting here, watch Al disappear, right before your eyes, oh! (Spoken) Yes! (Sung) Can you friends do this? Can you friends do that? can you friends do TAP?! Can you friends do this? Can you friends do that? Can your friends do abracadabra? Let her rip? (Spoken) Give me a doggy bag; we're takin' it home! (Sung) Mister Aladdin, sir, have a wish or two or three I'm on the job, you big nabob You ain't never had a friend, never had a friend (You ain't never had a friend, never had a friend) You ain't never (never!) Had a (had a!) Friend, like (a friend like) me! Never had a friend like me!

[@nisaiahcampbell8390]

"Grab old Al, by the hand, swing him 'round 'til he can't stand, chicken in a basket, sparrow on a tree, never had a friend like me!"

[@Yodalive]

Thank you dude !!

[@MichaelSar12IsBack]

If there's a live action remake of Aladdin, I think I know who they should cast as the Genie...

[@dylankaiser5546]

MichaelSar12IsBack there is going to be a prequel to Aladdin about the genie

[@lnsullivan422]

Nah too soon

[@Kingdom850]

+Dylan Kaiser That's fucking stupid since Robin Williams won't be able to voice him.

[@spiritgirl41192]

+lnsullivan422 Way.

[@sirilluminarthevaliant2895]

Eh this guy is good but he just can't do it. He sounds wrong at times

[@laceysims921]

*Ahem, I think you mistitled this* I think it's supposed to be " _Seven Minutes and Thirty-six seconds of Why this Man Should Have Played Genie in the 'Aladdin' Movie_ "

[@lauralpittman209]

FACTS

[@THATRANDOMDUDE99999]

Eh, in my personal opinion i like Robin Williams and Will Smith better than him. But that doesn't mean i don't like him. I personally love him! But not as much as Robin and Will. They all did amazing in their own ways! And i appreciate them for giving their own personal flair to the genie

[@TheMint7132]

Senpai so true

[@unholyscreeching721]

Senpai I liked all the genies because they stuck to their own versions/ they portrayed the genies in their own way instead of trying to copy one another which makes me respect them a lot

[@JimboMarsh]

@@THATRANDOMDUDE99999 Will Smith was fucking trash as Genie.

[@adamwalkervfx]

My favourite Disney song, and this was an amazing cover.

[@PedroLimaFazPrograma]

Na verdade essa é a música original. A da Disney é que seria um "cover".

[@NickGorgon12]

My favorite song is You're only Second Rate,By:Aladdin,The return of Jafar .

[@robertl.gyorgyi7911]

same here

[@JoeyFerg-zu8nu]

I just went to New York City and saw this, it was amazing!

[@alex-hn2vs]

I saw this in December, it was so good!

[@abbiec1261]

Yeah, I just saw it in NYC a few days ago. It was so beautiful, it made me cry.

[@veryberrypai6583]

MrGummyWorm7462 Going in 1 hour!!

[@EricLeeStepp]

"I want adventure in the great wide-" WHY DID YOU CUT IT OFF!?

[@paranoidkarma3970]

IKR

[@tcrpgfan]

@@paranoidkarma3970 Because genie.

[@emilybrinkerhoff6825]

Probably because that's what he wants

[@jessicahowe5001]

IKR my mom and I always keeps singing at that part and then move on 😂

[@laurenarmstrong1146]

It's the best during the other Disney songs part! And the tap! And just the rest of this song is pure amazing!!!! This is a must listen to! So glad I get to see it in July!

[@HALEYRIS]

seeing this live was spectacular. i'm obsessed

[@samquentin1321]

This definitely does Robin Williams justice.

[@Phoenix137]

Yep.

[@justanotherbohemian3827]

Much more justice than Will Smith for me

[@Gomitasd]

sure..

[@rowandreeland3034]

@@Gomitasd at least it isn't as bad as will smith

[@zlrobbo9643]

(Scat fill) Can you give me a "bada-yada-yada"? (Aladdin repeat) Good! Scotty-wop (Aladdin repeat) Everybody! Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo (Audience repeat) (Scat fill) Hit it! Well Ali Baba had them forty thieves Scheherezad-ie had a thousand tales But master you in luck 'cause up your sleeves You got a brand of magic never fails You got some power in your corner now Some heavy ammunition in your camp You got some punch, pizzazz, yahoo and how See all you gotta do is rub that lamp And I'll say Mister Aladdin, sir What will your pleasure be? Let me take your order Jot it down You ain't never had a friend like me No no no Life is your restaurant And I'm your maitre d' C'mon whisper what it is you want You ain't never had a friend like me Yes sir, we pride ourselves on service You're the boss The king, the shah Say what you wish It's yours! True dish How about a little more Baklava? Have some of column "A" Try all of column "B" I'm in the mood to help you dude You ain't never had a friend like me Can your friends do this? Do your friends do that? Do your friends pull this out their little hat? Can your friends go, poof? Well, looky here Can your friends go, Abracadabra, let 'er rip And then make the sucker disappear? So doncha sit there slack jawed, buggy eyed I'm here to answer all your midday prayers You got me bona fide, certified You got a genie for your chare d'affaires I got a powerful urge to help you out So what-cha wish? I really wanna know You got a list that's three miles long, no doubt Well, all you gotta do is rub like so - (Spoken) Come on! Yes! And oh... (Sung) Mister Aladdin, sir, have a wish or two or three I'm on the job, you big nabob You ain't never had a friend like...me! (Spoken) Can your friends do this? No really...can they? You're welcome! Or maybe, our lucky contestant would like for a talent of fame? Welcome to 'Dancing With The Scimitars'! Grab old Al, by the hand, swing him 'round 'till he can't stand, chicken in a basket, sparrow on a tree, never had a friend like me! I'd like to bring the house down a little bit, sing a few old classics, couple of favorites of mine. I'll get back to you in a second! Thank you! (Sung) Tale as old as time... (Spoken) Thank you, thank you very much (Sung) True as it can be. Barely even friends, beauty and the... Look at this stuff! Isn't it neat?! Wouldn't you think my collections complete?! Wouldn't you think I'm the genie who has everything?! ~Under the Sea Intro~ And you'll never hear the wolf cry to the blue corn moon, so whether we are white or copper skinned... I want adventure in the great wide... Ever just the same, ever a surprise, though he's sitting here, watch Al disappear, right before your eyes, oh! (Spoken) Yes! (Sung) Can you friends do this? Can you friends do that? can you friends do TAP?! Can you friends do this? Can you friends do that? Can your friends do abracadabra? Let her rip? (Spoken) Give me a doggy bag; we're takin' it home! (Sung) Mister Aladdin, sir, have a wish or two or three I'm on the job, you big nabob You ain't never had a friend, never had a friend (You ain't never had a friend, never had a friend) You ain't never (never!) Had a (had a!) Friend, like (a friend like) me! Never had a friend like me Lyrics

[@Pandie2828]

Tysm

[@Cromartie]

Been waiting to hear this forever. Fantastic, love it from the scat all the way through the Disney medley and big ensemble ending. :-)

[@lililudanyi6029]

He has such a beautiful voice

[@Risingofthephoenix]

I saw this play a few months back when I was in London and I tell ya this scene and this scene alone was worth the price of admission! Now that the musical is coming to my hometown in San Diego I think I'm gonna see it again just to see this live one more time!!

[@manuelorozco7760]

I saw the show in Costa Mesa and I hope to see the show again someday

[@ddaavvee2796]

Aah and that medley tho.. Music just got real man.

[@Ixbran]

This man's voice is so buttery smooth, Paula Dene wants to use it as an ingredient for cooking.

[@unnamedracer9757]

Don’t hate me please, I like this version better than the original

[@NobleTardis]

Can’t believe this guy is Asmodeus in Helluva Boss!

[@_The_Filthy_Casual_]

Ah wait what?! Amazing

[@CarlosAndres-tq9sc]

He's also Zestial in Hazbin Hotel

[@retrogamermax8287]

And the English Dub voice for Queen from One Piece.

[@tokyoqueen6738]

To me, the original will always be the best, but this was just simply amazing.

[@FauneSawyer]

I sang this for an audition once Didnt get the part i wanted but it was still one of the best auditions ive done Still waiting to be able to use this song again

[@MKandHshow]

Wow. This man has such incredible talent. When I first heard Aladdin was going on Broadway I was mostly concerned who would play Genie. I'm so glad they chose him. Robin Williams would be so proud. :)

[@meganturner9086]

I would've loved to have seen this guy be the genie in the new movie. He was fantastic!

[@manuelorozco7760]

You are not alone. Especially as a Tangled fan

[@christinasamuel3947]

It has been fillmed offichaly because quite a lot of cast members a few years ago joined the west end production for that reason

[@TheSeabornGaming]

The genie has so much life in this show and I can’t wait until I can finally see it for a 4th time. I love when he sings the other disney

[@christinasamuel3947]

Did you know the stadge show of this has been fillmed think it is going on disney plus at some point but they used the west end theater for fillming it

[@jackmoody5174]

I still prefer Robin Williams' version, but Inglehart is still completely mind blowing!

[@musicisart5127]

Jack Moody You’re absolutely right. Nothing tops Robin Williams, but this definitely comes close

[@juliaexists]

I saw it on Broadway! It was AMAZING!!!

[@kpowell9231]

It sounds so weird not hearing an applause at the end.

[@laurenb364]

i saw this on Broadway a while good, and holy crap he was incredible

[@SonicFan2525]

Pretty great. Nothing can beat the original song but this is still pretty good.

[@Kamenriderdecade105]

I think that the broadway version did some of the songs better than in the movie. BUT I'm not saying that the movie songs are bad.

[@Pyramid132420]

OMG, imagine if Robin Williams had reprised his role as Genie on Broadway!!! That would've been a dream come true!

[@billyharris2794]

Well he's dead so I think he'll have a hard time making it to auditions.

[@FFuzzbutt]

Y'know what would be a dream come true?? If Robin's spirit or ghost or something came to haunt the hell outta everyone. (In an endearing way, of course.)

[@rn4d191]

Dude I loved this musical especially seeing it live!!

[@terrymcginnis2878]

I got a chance to see this live. My goodness it’s spectacular the biggest number with an amazing talent. 💙💥

[@sorcerersapprentice]

Fun fact: This guy also plays Ozzie in Helluva Boss, and also sings in that series, too.

[@kingtheselands5498]

Well Ali Baba had them forty thieves Scheherezade had a thousand tales Well master you in luck 'cause up your sleeves You got a brand of magic never fails You got some power in your corner now Some heavy ammunition in your camp You got some punch, pizazz, yahoo and how See, all you gotta do is rub that lamp And I'll say Mister Aladdin, sir What will your pleasure be? Let me take your order Jot it down You ain't never had a friend like me No, no, no Life is your restaurant And I'm your maître d' C'mon whisper what it is you want You ain't never had a friend like me Yes sir, we pride ourselves on service You the boss The king, the shah Say what you wish It's yours! True dish How about a little more Baklava? There it is C'mon fellas, help me out Have some of column "A" Try all of column "B" I'm in the mood to help you, dude You ain't never had a friend like me Now watch me sell it Oh my Oh no Come on kid Can your friends do this? Can your friends do that? Can your friends pull this out their little hat? Can your friends go, poof? Well, looky here Can your friends go, Abracadabra, let 'er rip Then make the sucker disappear? So doncha sit there slack jawed, buggy eyed I'm here to answer all your midday prayers You got me bona fide, certified You got a genie for your charé d'affaires I got a powerful urge to help you out So what-cha wish? I really wanna know You got a list that's three miles long, no doubt Well, all you gotta do is rub like so C'mon, yes And oh Mister Aladdin, sir, have a wish or two or three I'm on the job, you big nabob You ain't never had a friend like me Can your friends do this? No really, can they? You're welcome Or maybe, our lucky contestant Would like to wish for a talent of fame Welcome to, Dancing With The Cemataurs Grab Aladdin by the hand Swing him 'round 'til he can't stand Chicken in the baskets Barrel in a tree Never had a friend like me I'd like to bring the house down a little bit Sing a few old classics Couple of favourites of mine I'll get back to you in a second Thank you! Tale as old as time (thank you, thank you very much) True as it can be Barely even friends Beauty and the... Look at this stuff Isn't it neat? Wouldn't you think my collection's complete? Wouldn't you think I'm the genie who has everything? And you'll never hear the wolf cry To the blue corn moon For whether we are white or copper skinned I want adventure in the great wide Ever just the same Ever a surprise Though he's sitting here Watch Al disappear Right before your eyes, oh Yes! Can your friends do this? Can your friends do that? Can your friends do tap? Can your friends do this? Can your friends do that? Can your friends go, Abracadabra, let 'er rip Gimme a doggy bag, takin' it home Mister Aladdin, sir, have a wish or two or three I'm on the job, you big nabob You ain't never had a friend, never had a friend You ain't never had a friend, never had a friend (You ain't never) never (had a) had a friend like me

[@jmonkey106]

My only favourite part is " WABAWA WA WA WABAWA WA WA "

[@Baston_17]

my only part is at WABAWA WA WA WABAWA WA WA Sorry for bad english I german :D

[@basesspace3012]

Baston that's ok but I get really annoyed..... "I" is "I went to a place." I'm is describing YOU so "I'm German" would be grammatically correct.... Just trying to help you out ♥️

[@curiousitykilledthecat678]

Baston ich bin englisch aber gestern habe ich Aladdin in Deutschland gesehen und es war soooooo gut!!!

[@mackerrocker9417]

Baston - WWE 2K18 Magst du die deutsche oder die englische Version lieber?

[@monochromeyoshi]

Magic cookie 392 I guess it’s not okay, then!

[@seanhorace925]

Surprised James Monroe Iglehart won a Tony for playing the Genie and singing this song so wonderfully. And I was most surprised to see the Genie sing some Disney classics during the show. It's not the same as Robin Williams' but it's more jazzy and long.

[@LeScarletSinger2]

And quite nostalgic, you know, the other Disney songs used in it. :)

[@seanhorace925]

Yeah I know.

[@manuelorozco7760]

Totally agree. I loved Iglehart as Bobby in the filmed performance of Memphis. And I'm excited for his guest appearance on Tangled the Series.

[@rkgk1517]

Have you seen it in person? The biggest focus of this song is flashy choreography and amazing special effects. The song itself seems low key in comparison.

[@montannatilton9114]

Sean Horace Why are you surprised???

[@SundHerpaderp]

wow so much nostalgia. This version is fantastic!

[@Elphie965]

it's just so fun to listen. just listening I can feel the joy

[@kaitlynmassey5088]

I love both versions but I must say I prefer Robin Williams' interpretation of the song because he put much more attitude & humor into it. He didn't focus on his singing as much as he did creating the character. But this actor definitely did it justice! I think Robin would be perfectly happy with it. ❤

[@Kingdom850]

This came out before he died.

[@kaitlynmassey5088]

+Kingdom080500 I wasn't saying that it didn't. I just mean that if he heard it (when he was alive or from the dead), he would be proud.

[@MorrysnDolling]

+Kaitlyn Massey lol of course he didn't focus on singing because he wasn't a singer. & seeing how this is a Broadway version, the singing takes precedent.

[@kaitlynmassey5088]

+Morrysn Dolling yes, I understand that. but this guy could've done a lot more with the character. Robin really put a lot into giving the genie very specific character traits and giving him personality. I feel more of a connection with the character from Robin than I do from this man (not saying this guy did a bad job at all! he did great, I just don't feel the passion from him as much as I did from Robin).

[@kaitlynmassey5088]

shawna0383 never said that this guy did a bad job. I understand that he did an amazing job and was really funny. I was simply saying that I prefer Robin's performance of Genie over this guy's.

[@donnamitsuki281]

Robin Williams Will Smith James Monroe (this dude) They all did a great job with their own Genie and their own songs. And holy crap I love this one bc of how many Disney references there are. 4:26 onward. Just. Too many. And it's so funny. He does it great.

[@jonahs92]

ROBIN WE MISS YOU

[@stepneythebluebellengine]

I can imagine to see Asmodeus can sing this song.

[@nickmesogianes4638]

I like the band orchestration in this version. It's got a lot more of that big band, 20s era jazz and then the combo of other genres. And of course poking fun at other Disney songs like Beauty and the Beast and The Littler Mermaid. I think Robin Williams would approve of this rendition with pride.

[@TheLewistownTrainspotter8102]

I actually think that the big band orchestration helps all of the Aladdin songs. "Prince Ali" is much better in the big band style we have in the musical, compared to the film.

[@amandarama3314]

My friend used this song for an audition and she practiced it EVERYDAY. And that folks, is how I memorized half the song.

[@jaxtharp2283]

47 dislikes... This is all your fault Jafar!

[@Caskette65]

I'M TURBOMAN

[@PhantomFandoms]

MY PEOPLE!

[@HerButlerGothic]

All hail Achmed, the tiger fucker!

[@nataleestepaniants5650]

Thanks, Hermione

[@RiceCake1512]

ITS AT 333!!! WHY????

[@graypatterson2066]

I saw this on December fourteenth in Detroit and the whole show blew me away the sets the actors especially genie all I can say is that even though they have very different acting techniques Robin Williams would be very proud of this man.

[@HaleyRadiant]

Totally didn't expect other Disney songs in this song!! I LOVE ITTTTTT!!!!! ^.^

[@Douglasman123]

I Saw Aladdin the Broadway play in New York on a vacation trip last week!! it was awesome!! this video itself can describe the live experience at the theater with the actors. Just amazing, a reminder of why i love musicals

[@CatherineLopez-fp4ox]

Friend Like Me By Alan Menken Howard Ashman R.I.P

[@ronstafford8564]

Fantastic, I did this in summer of 2016 at was originally Dance Connection in MD and loved it. Also I painted the background of the golden genie with the purple background.

[@emanuelrojas2]

Now all I can hear is Lance Strongbow from Tangled singing this!

[@manuelorozco7760]

I've been a fan of James since I saw him play Bobby in a filmed performance of Memphis. I love him as Bobby and Lance. Got a great voice, teddy bear like psychic and a comic relief to the max.

[@joshuasegal4161]

Those WABAWA WASWAWAWA gave me so many chills! just listened to that part 100 times

[@kellydoe5376]

I just LOVE this! Can't wait for the musical!!

[@SRHunt85]

I had the pleasure of seeing the original cast on Broadway, Iglehart was hilarious! Absolutely great!

[@hannahpense9973]

In the beginning of the song you can hear him sing "Bippity, bobbity, boo!" a shout out to the Fairy Godmother from Cinderella. I wish I could see this live!

[@kimberlynorris338]

I'm seeing the touring production this week! Listening to this to get HYPED!!! This has always been my favorite sidekick song, and this version does not disappoint. Can't wait to see it staged!

[@knoniezzimlou2193]

I'm doing the junior version atm and am using this as a ref for something im composing and oh my GOD. SCATTING. UGh! amazing ❤ edit: im listening through the song as i type this and just got to the disney medley part. ACTUAL GOATED.

[@phantomlover1467]

This guy is incredible! No one will ever top Robin Williams as Genie in the movies, but this guy is the best Genie on the Great White Way

[@pamelakibildis1177]

Can't wait to see this next Saturday 😍😍😍😉👍🏻

[@kelciecrino5885]

Saw this on Broadway last month. This scene was AMAZING. Had you so entranced. BRAVO