What's The Buzz?
Andrew Lloyd Webber · Jesus Christ Superstar [1971]
What's the buzz? Tell me what's happening...
JESUS
Why should you want to known?
Don't you mind about the future, don't you try to think ahead
Save tomorrow for tomorrow, think about today instead
APOSTLES
What's the buzz? Tell me what's happening...
JESUS
I could give you facts and figures - even give you plans and forecasts
Even tell you where I'm going -
APOSTLES
When do we ride into Jerusalem?...
JESUS
Why should want you known?
Why are you obsessed with fighting times and fates you can't defy?
If you knew the path we're riding you'd understand it less than I
APOSTLES
What's the buzz? Tell me what's happening...
MARY MAGDALENE
Let me try to cool down your face a bit...
JESUS
Mary - mm - that is good
While you prattle through your supper - where and when and who and how
She alone has tried to give me what I need right here and now
APOSTLES
What's the buzz? Tell me what's happening?...
What's The Buzz?
What's The Buzz? serves as a pivotal moment in Andrew Lloyd Webber's 1971 rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. The composition captures the escalating tension within the narrative as the religious leaders react to the growing public fervor surrounding Jesus. Set against the backdrop of the composer's early exploration of rock-infused musical theatre, the track exemplifies Webber's ability to blend dramatic storytelling with accessible melodic structures. As part of a landmark recording that helped define the modern musical, the song highlights the collaborative energy between the composer and lyricist Tim Rice. This work remains a significant song in Webber's extensive catalogue, showcasing his enduring influence on the genre and his skill in crafting memorable theatrical scores that resonate with audiences decades after their initial release.