Composer

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David Baerwald

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Compose Date

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2001

Average_duration

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4:38

'Come What May' is a soundtrack composed by David Baerwald for the 2001 romantic drama film 'Moulin Rouge!'. The film was directed by Baz Luhrmann and premiered on May 9, 2001, at the Cannes Film Festival. The soundtrack was released on May 8, 2001, by Interscope Records. The soundtrack features a total of 18 tracks, including 'Come What May', which is the only original song on the album. The song was written by David Baerwald and Kevin Gilbert, but Gilbert passed away before the film was completed. The song was then completed by Baerwald and included in the film as a duet between Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman. The soundtrack is divided into two parts, with the first part featuring popular songs from the 20th century, such as 'Lady Marmalade', 'Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend', and 'Rhythm of the Night'. The second part of the soundtrack features original songs from the film, including 'Come What May', 'El Tango de Roxanne', and 'Nature Boy'. 'Come What May' is a romantic ballad that features a simple piano melody and orchestral accompaniment. The song is characterized by its emotional lyrics and powerful vocal performances by McGregor and Kidman. The song has become one of the most popular tracks from the film and has been covered by numerous artists since its release. Overall, the 'Moulin Rouge!' soundtrack, including 'Come What May', is a unique and eclectic mix of popular songs and original compositions that perfectly capture the film's romantic and dramatic themes. The soundtrack has been praised for its innovative approach to music in film and has become a classic in its own right.

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