The Hamilton Mixtape Analysis

History is full of great figures whose influence shaped the world we live in today. However, such great figures are kept on books, and people know little or nothing about them. Usually, people do not like to read history books because they provide bleak information. Although Alexander Hamilton is one of the most influential founding fathers of the United States of America, having an insight about him through history books can be a hard process. Therefore, The Hamilton Mixtape by Lin-Manual Miranda offers an interesting and concise alternative to history books. It gives a holistic view on Alexander Hamilton and the founding fathers of the United States in terms of both personal and political lives. The work consists of forty six songs, each

These few words can show the key difference between Hamilton and Burr. While Hamilton focuses on himself and his goals. Burr attributes Hamilton’s success to external forces, like providence. However, John Laurens responds to Burr by introducing a simple equation for Hamilton’s success. By working harder, and developing his skills, without even having a father, Hamilton could reach to a prestigious position. In addition, the phrase “by being a lot smarter” revokes the misconception that intelligence is an innate ability. Thomas Jefferson, points out another aspect of Hamilton’s personality: determination and patience. Moreover, James Madison shows the hope Hamilton had when he started writing despite the disaster. Again, Burr wonders how Hamilton’s words spread rapidly. Accordingly, Hamilton says, with humility and dissatisfaction, that he has not done as many of his goals yet. Elizabeth Schuyler and George Washington mention Hamilton’s suffer when he lost his family members and how he did not surrender to such events. Then, Burr starts to realize the efforts Hamilton made to achieve his goals. Moving to New York was a critical point of Hamilton’s life, major events occurred after that point. Hamilton participated in the revolution, got married, and became the first secretary of treasury. Finally, the song ends with Burr admitting and regretting his biggest mistake, killing

Such work can motivate many young people who have no specific goal in life. Personally, I added Hamilton as new role model to my life. Also, such work can give us a new prospective of life by seeing the world from the eyes of those historical figures. The Hamilton mixtape music had a great impact on me with its melody, lyrics, and diversity. The idea of this work is unique and creative; it can even provoke a revolution in art and the study of history. As I recognized, songs have been performed so many times that singers harmonize with each other. Listening to the songs only paints a picture of the events, and moves my feelings as if I attended those events. This work is such an electric current that it recharges my ambition, determination, and