Deliver Us (The Prince of Egypt) facts for kids

"Deliver Us" is a powerful song from the 1998 DreamWorks movie The Prince of Egypt. It's the very first song you hear in the film, setting the scene for the amazing story that follows. This opening number is quite long, lasting about seven minutes and fifteen seconds.

What is "Deliver Us" About?

This song tells the story of the Hebrew people. They were slaves in ancient Egypt and faced many hardships. The song shows their struggle and their hope for freedom. It helps viewers understand what the movie is about right from the start.

Who Made the Music?

The music for "Deliver Us" was created by Stephen Schwartz and Hans Zimmer. Stephen Schwartz wrote the lyrics. Hans Zimmer composed the music.

The beautiful lullaby part of the song is sung by Ofra Haza. She was an Israeli singer. She sang this part in 18 different languages for the movie! Another artist featured in the song is Eden Riegel.

Cool Facts About the Song

Stephen Schwartz, the songwriter, wanted to use a real Hebrew word for God in the song. He chose the word "Elohim". He picked it because it sounded right for the time period. It also fit the music perfectly.

A film expert named Christopher Coleman said that "Deliver Us" has strong voices. He especially liked Ofra Haza's enchanting voice. He also noted that the song ends suddenly. This is similar to how a song in The Lion King ends.