Agony (Chris Pine & Billy Magnussen) - Into the Woods - MP3 instrumental karaoke

Into the Woods’s soundtrack dropped December 16, 2014, featuring the fiery duet “Agony” performed by Chris Pine and Billy Magnussen, portraying Cinderella’s and Rapunzel’s Princes. Written by Stephen Sondheim, produced under Mike Higham with orchestral conducting by Paul Gemignani and Jonathan Tunick, “Agony” was recorded during sessions in London from August 2013 through early 2014. Musically, the piece thrives on theatrical drama: bold, overlapping vocals clash over vibrant orchestral strings, woodwinds, and dynamic percussion, capturing the princes’ competitive egos. Though the song didn’t chart, “Agony” became a standout on the album and in promotional clips, praised for its mix of humor and romantic bravado. Lyrically, the number leans into comedic self-obsession, with each prince escalating the stakes of his emotional turmoil. “Agony” showcases Sondheim’s clever character writing and remains one of Into the Woods’ most memorable and entertaining moments in its film adaptation.