Hunter Parrish is an American actor and singer, born on May 13, 1987, in Richmond, Virginia. He is best known for playing Silas Botwin on the television series Weeds and for starring in Broadway musicals such as Godspell and Spring Awakening.

Parrish has also appeared in films such as 17 Again and Still Alice. He is recognized for his strong performances both on screen and on stage.

About the Song

Beautiful City is a heartfelt and motivating song that celebrates hope and new beginnings. The lyrics speak about finding light and beauty even in difficult times.

With a gentle melody and inspiring words, the song encourages listeners to believe in a brighter future. It shows Hunter Parrish’s warm vocal style and emotional connection to the music.

Complete Lyrics of Beautiful City

Verse 1

Out of the ruins and rubble
Out of the smoke
Out of our night of struggle
Can we see a ray of hope?
One pale thin ray reaching for the day…

Chorus

We can build a beautiful city
Yes, we can(Yes, we can)
We can build a beautiful city
Not a city of angels
But we can build a city of man

Verse 2

We may not reach the ending
But we can start
Slowly but truly mending
Brick by brick
Heart by heart
Now, maybe now
We start learning how

Chorus

We can build a beautiful city
Yes we can(Yes, we can)
We can build a beautiful city
Not a city of angels
But we can build a city of man

Bridge

When your trust is all but shattered
When your faith is all but killed
You can give up bitter and battered
Or you can slowly start to build!

Chorus

A Beautiful City
Yes, we can.(Yes, we can)
We can build a beautiful city
Not a city of angels
But finally a city of man!
A city of man!

Similar Songs Like Beautiful City

Here are some similar songs musically often found in contemporary musical theatre and thoughtful pop:

• All for the Best: A lively duet contrasting Jesus’ optimism with Judas’ cynicism, set to a vaudeville beat.
• Learn Your Lessons Well: This is a fast-paced reminder to live wisely and stay spiritually prepared.
• Save the People: A heartfelt plea asking God to protect the poor and powerless.
• Alas for You: It’s a fiery rebuke from Jesus to the hypocritical religious elite.

Similar Artists Like Henry Parrish

Below list of artists similar to Hunter Parrish, highlighting their vocal type, primary genre, and most recognized album or cast recording that shows their style and performance:

• Aaron Tveit
  Genre: Musical Theatre, Pop-Rock
  Top Album: The Radio in My Head: Live at 54 Below

• Jonathan Groff
  Genre: Musical Theatre, Indie Pop
  Top Album: Spring Awakening (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

• Jeremy Jordan
  Genre: Musical Theatre, Pop
  Top Album: Newsies (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

• Ben Platt
  Genre: Musical Theatre, Pop
  Top Album: Sing to Me Instead

Frequently Asked Questions

What Genre of Music does Hunter Parrish Perform?

He primarily performs musical theatre and contemporary pop-influenced songs, often with a gentle, introspective tone.

Does Hunter Parrish have a Solo Music Album?

While Hunter Parrish has not released a full solo album, he did release an EP called Guessing Games in 2012, which features six songs and is his only solo project so far.

Where Can I Listen to His Version of Beautiful City?

You can find it on major streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music under the Godspell (2011 Broadway Revival) album.