The World Was Wide Enough - Hamilton - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"The World Was Wide Enough" takes pride of place as one of the pivotal songs from the 2015 hit musical Hamilton, written by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Set during the second act, the song dramatizes the fatal 1804 duel between former Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton and then–Vice President Aaron Burr, providing a haunting reflection on the consequences of their rivalry. With powerful lyrics, Lin-Manuel Miranda encapsulates Alexander Hamilton's last moments and Aaron Burr's inner turmoil as they both face the weight of their choices. "The World Was Wide Enough" blends hip-hop, musical theater, and historical drama, offering a complex look at ambition, regret, and the unpredictability of fate. Aaron Burr's perspective, sung by Leslie Odom Jr., highlights his conflicted feelings, while Alexander Hamilton’s final lines, performed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, emphasize the tragic nature of the duel.