Poor Fool, He Makes Me Laugh / Il Muto
Phantom of the Opera Soundtrack · Phantom of the Opera [2004 Soundtrack] [2004]
They say that this youth has set my Lady's heart aflame!
His Lordship, sure, would die of shock
His Lordship is a laughing-stock!
Should he suspect her, God protect her!
Shame! Shame! Shame!
This faithless lady's bound for HADES!
Shame! Shame!! Shame!
Carlotta:
Serafimo - your disguise is perfect.
Who can this be?
Piangi:
Gentle wife, admit your loving husband.
My love - I am called to England on affairs of State,
And must leave you with your new maid.
Though I'd happily take the maid with me.
Carlotta:
The old fool's leaving!
Serafimo - away with this pretence!
You cannot speak, but kiss me in my husband's absence!
Poor fool, he makes me laugh!
Haha, Haha...
Time I tried to get a better better half!
Poor fool, he doesn't know!
Hoho, Hoho...
If he knew the truth, he'd never, ever go!
Phantom:
Did I not instruct that Box Five was to be kept empty?
Meg Giry:
He's here; the Phantom of the Opera ...
Christine:
It's him
Carlotta:
Your part is silent, little toad!
phantom:
A toad, madame? Perhaps it is you who are the toad ...
Carlotta:
Serafimo, away with this pretence!
You cannot speak, but kiss me in my ...
OH!
Poor fool, he makes me laugh -
Audience:
Hahahahaha!
Carlotta:
Croak, croak, croak, croak, croak, croak
Andre:
Ladies and gentlemen, we apologize, the performance will continue in ten minutes' time ...
... when the role of the Countess will be played by Miss Christine Daae.
Firmin:
Meanwhile, we'd like to give you the ballet from Act Three of tonight's opera.
Raoul:
Are you alright?
Christine:
Raoul, we're not safe here
Firmin:
Ladies and gentlemen, please remain in your seats.
Do not panic.
Andre:
It was an accident ... simply an accident
Poor Fool, He Makes Me Laugh / Il Muto
This recording features the iconic duet from Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Phantom of the Opera, performed by the original London cast in 2004. The piece, titled Poor Fool, He Makes Me Laugh / Il Muto, serves as a pivotal moment in the narrative, where Christine Daaé and Raoul confront the Phantom's manipulative nature. The song's dramatic intensity and operatic style are hallmarks of the show's score, blending classical influences with rock elements to create a sweeping theatrical experience. As part of the 2004 soundtrack album, this track captures the emotional tension and tragic romance central to the story, showcasing the vocal prowess of the lead performers within the context of the landmark production.