All That's Known [Jonathan Groff]
Spring Awakening Soundtrack · Spring Awakening [soundtrack] [2006]
All that's known
In History, in Science
Overthrown
At school, at home, by blind men
You doubt them,
And soon they bark and hound you
Till everything you say is just another bad about you
All they say
Is "Trust in what is written"
Wars are made
And somehow that is wisdom
Thought is suspect
And money is their idol
And nothing is okay unless it's scripted in their Bible
But I know
There's so much more to find
Just in looking through myself, and not at them
Still, I know
To trust my own true mind
And to say there's a way through this
On I go
To wonder and to learning
Name the stars and know their dark returning
I'm calling
To know the world's true yearning
The hunger that a child feels for everything they're shown
You watch me
Just watch me
I'm calling
And one day all will know
You watch me
Just watch me
I'm calling
And one day all will know
About All That's Known [Jonathan Groff]
Jonathan Groff delivers a hauntingly intimate performance of "All That's Known" on the 2006 Spring Awakening soundtrack, a recording that captures the play's raw emotional core. As the character of Sam, Groff's vocal delivery blends pop sensibilities with the theatrical intensity required for the musical, transforming a simple love song into a pivotal moment of vulnerability. The track serves as a cornerstone of the album's narrative, reflecting the characters' desperate need for connection amidst the chaos of their youth. Groff's interpretation highlights the song's themes of fear and longing, establishing his reputation as a versatile performer capable of navigating both comedic and deeply serious dramatic roles. This recording remains a significant song in the broader canon of contemporary musical theater, showcasing the enduring power of the work and the artist's early impact on the genre.