Hamilton: The Musical has descended on the West End after a barnstorming run on Broadway, collecting 11 Tony Awards on its way. But for those fans who are yet to see the stage production, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s historical musical exists through the ears: a two-and-a-half hour score of 45 songs that tell the story of Alexander Hamilton – and tonight, of course.
As seasoned Hamilton listeners will know, choosing a favourite depends largely on one’s mood and purpose. But needs must, and The Telegraph’s Hamilton fans have compared notes to create the definitive ranking of the best 25 songs from the show.
25. Stay Alive
Miranda demonstrates many talents over the course of Hamilton, but one of them is...