The Ballad of Sara Berry Ryan Scott Oliver (Ft. Alex Brightman, Ben Crawford, Betsy Wolfe, Jay Armstrong Johnson & Lindsay Mendez)

"The Ballad of Sara Berry" by Ryan Scott Oliver is a contemporary musical theater piece that blends elements of pop and rock, showcasing the struggles of adolescence and self-identity. Released in 2012, the song tells the story of Sara Berry, a girl who feels overlooked and grapples with her desire for acceptance and recognition. Its themes of vulnerability, longing, and the quest for belonging resonate with listeners. Unique musical elements include dynamic vocal harmonies and a catchy chorus, contributing to its emotional impact. The song has become a notable work in musical theater repertoires, highlighting the complexities of youth. #MusicalTheater

[Intro]
[Ensemble]
Woah-oh-oh-oh, oh, oh!
Down on your knees before the Queen
Woah-oh-oh-oh, oh, oh!
Down on your knees before the Queen

[Verse 1]
Sara Berry was a popular bitch. (Mm-hmm.)
Hot bod, hot boy, cheer captain, plus she was rich. (Oh, yeah.)
That girl had everything till hiccup and hitch:
Julie Jenkins lost a leg in a wreck. (Am—pu—ta—ted!)

[Verse 2]
The nominations for Prom royalty came (Uh-huh.)
Our Sara's senior year, and Queen was her claim— (Uh, duh.)
Till gossip stirred the student body would name
Julie Jenkins, Queen of the Prom. (Pi—ty—vote!)
"Sara," her father said, "Life is a Prom
I know you won't disappoint me and Mom…?"

[Chorus]
You taste the silver, Sara! You taste the crown
You thirst for blood from the roses in hand
Whoa, you spoil for sash and scepter, music to dance
As they crown you Queen of High School Land

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