Wicked, Defying Gravity

Ranking every Wicked song from Part One: Where does Defying Gravity land?
Wicked has been in theaters for a full week, and the musical-based movie has been almost as popular as Ariana Grande’s Glinda. It raked in $114 million domestically over opening weekend, making Jon M. Chu’s flick the most successful Broadway adaptation.
It's Official – Wicked Songs Are Defying Gravity And Flying Up The UK Chart
As Wicked's soundtrack enjoys a surge in streams, there are also two Christmas songs in the UK top 10 this week.
What Is ‘Holding Space’ For Defying Gravity About? Wicked Meme Explained
Discover the viral 'Holding Space for Defying Gravity' meme from the Wicked movie; join the online fun now! The post What Is ‘Holding Space’ For Defying Gravity About? Wicked Meme Explained appeared first on ComingSoon.
Are you holding space for the lyrics of 'Defying Gravity?'
Needless to say "holding space" has become the phrase du jour on platforms like X and Bluesky, where posters are imagining characters like Carrie Bradshaw to Don Corleon holding space for "Defying Gravity." They are even using it in completely different contexts like, "hey a bunch of us are outside holding space for cigarettes if you wanna join."
Are you holding space for all these ‘Defying Gravity’ Wicked memes?
The phrase “holding space” in the context of the Wicked song “Defying Gravity” comes from Out Magazine reporter Tracey E. Gilchrist as she interviewed Erivo and Ariana Grande during the press tour. “I’ve seen, this week, people are taking the lyrics of ‘Defying Gravity’ and really holding space with that,” she said. “And feeling power in that.”
Behind the meme: Why "Wicked" fans are "holding space" for "Defying Gravity"
The internet has been inundated with a press tour moment from the film "Wicked" that's been memed around the world: Actress Cynthia Erivo, overcome with emotion, shares she's stunned to hear people have been taking lyrics from the "Wicked" song "Defying Gravity" and "really holding space with that.
Are you holding space for the lyrics of 'Defying Gravity?' The new 'Wicked' meme has us giggling
"I've seen, this week, people are taking the lyrics of 'Defying Gravity' and really holding space with that, and feeling power in that," Gilchrist says in a clip edited for Instagram. The familiar instrumentals play in the background as Erivo appears to have an emotional reaction.
Wicked director explains why they changed 'Defying Gravity' in the movie
The Wicked movie's version of Defying Gravity is 2 minutes longer than the original stage musical version. Here's why.
Defying Gravity: Why the Wicked Movie Will Blow Your Mind
It’s not every day that one of the most iconic musicals of all time gets reimagined for the big screen. Wicked holds a special place in my heart as the first Broadway musical I ever saw, so as the lights dimmed, I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness. Would this adaptation do justice to the original? Thankfully, the answer is a resounding yes.
Why are people “holding space” for Defying Gravity? Wicked meme explained
Fans are “holding space” for the Wicked song Defying Gravity online as part of a new viral meme that has taken over the internet.
Why are people 'holding space' for Defying Gravity? The viral Wicked meme explained
The holding space meme from Wicked goes viral as fans humorously connect with the empowering Defying Gravity song.
Cynthia Erivo weighs in on 'Wicked' movie theater singing debate
Cynthia Erivo is a proponent of fans being able to sing along to songs from her musical "Wicked" at the movies, despite what ...
‘Wicked' Spoiler Interview: Jon M. Chu on Expanding ‘Defying Gravity,' Cutting Lines and Splitting the Musical in Two - Plus, Will Dorothy Pop Up in ‘Part 2'?
Jon M. Chu counted himself a fan of “Wicked” long before he was hired to direct the big-budget movie adaptation of the ...