As Cynthia Erivo Explained Why Her New Wicked: For Good Song Had ‘To Be Really Special,’ Ariana Grande Discussed Why Glinda ‘Deserves’ Her Track

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The highly anticipated movie *Wicked: For Good* is set to release in just two months. This week, the titles of two new songs, written by the original composer Stephen Schwartz, were revealed. Now, the stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are sharing hints about the songs and what it was like to record them.

Cynthia Erivo Talks Why Her New Wicked Song Had To Be ‘Special’

Cynthia Erivo, starring as Elphaba in the upcoming *Wicked: For Good* film, recently discussed a new song called “No Place Like Home” with Empire magazine. This song, which will be the third musical number in the movie, will allow her character, the Wicked Witch of the West, to share her deepest emotions as the story unfolds. The film covers the second half of the overall *Wicked* narrative, and Erivo explained…

I knew that if she said ‘there’s no place like home,’ it had to be a meaningful moment – something truly special.

It’s easy to see why the actress feels the way she does. The line “There’s no place like home” is already incredibly famous, thanks to *The Wizard of Oz*, where Dorothy Gale repeats it as she tries to get back to Kansas. I’m really interested to see how the idea of “home” is explored for the character of Elphaba, and how this new song will fit into the story of the musical. The actress also shared these thoughts:

She needs to figure out why she’s still trying to protect Oz and its creatures, especially since it doesn’t seem to welcome her. Understanding her motivation is key to her continuing the effort.

This song feels like a turning point for Elphaba, marking her full embrace of her identity as the powerful Wicked Witch of the West and her opposition to Oz and the Emerald City. With Cynthia Erivo singing it, it’s sure to be an unforgettable performance.

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Ariana Grande Explains Why Glinda Is Deserving Of A New Song

Ariana Grande performs a new solo song called “Girl In The Bubble” in the film, appearing towards the end but before the song “For Good,” according to the soundtrack’s order. In an interview, Grande shared that the song provides a moment for her character, Glinda, to reflect on her journey.

The movie lets us witness Glinda’s transformation as she actively chooses to improve Oz and become a genuinely good force, creating a secure environment for everyone. She truly earns her reputation, and it’s rewarding to see her journey of self-discovery. The song perfectly highlights this, as she’s earned that moment as a character.

Ariana Grande has always loved *Wicked*, so it’s great to hear what she thinks about the music, especially her belief that the character Glinda deserves a featured song. Glinda *does* get a solo later in the show with a reprise of “I’m Not That Girl,” but that song is mainly about the complicated love triangle between Glinda, Fiyero, and Elphaba.

The songs “Girl In The Bubble” and “No Place Like Home” promise to give us a better understanding of what drives Glinda and Elphaba, making these already well-developed and likable characters even more relatable and complex.

Hearing Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande sing the new songs has made me even more excited about the upcoming *Wicked* movie! I’m also really happy they’ve decided to split the story into two films. While we wait for the November 21st release, be sure to watch the *Wicked: For Good* trailer!

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2025-09-21 02:54