Lyrics Lin–Manuel Miranda – No John Trumbull
Text:
Burr:
You ever see a painting by John Trumbull?
Founding fathers in a line, looking all humble
Patiently waiting to sign a declaration, to start a nation
No sign of disagreement, not one grumble
The reality is messier and richer, kids
The reality is not a pretty picture, kids
Every cabinet meeting is a full on rumble
What you ’bout to see is no John Trumbull
The reality is messier and richer, kids
The reality is not a pretty picture, kids
Every cabinet meeting is a full on rumble
What you ’bout to see is no John Trumbull
Ensemble:
John Trumbull
All humble
One grumble
John Trumbull
Washington:
Ladies and gentlemen, you coulda been anywhere in the world tonight
But you’re here with us in New York City
Are you ready for a cabinet meeting?
Gentlemen, Vice President John Adams sends his regards
He won’t be joining us
He had to be home in Massachusetts for family reasons
Madison:
Tell him to stay home!
Hamilton:
He can do the same amount from there!
Washington:
Alright, alright, settle down!
Now…
