Pulled Lyrics – Addams Family, The

Song Overview

Song Credits

• Producer: Andrew Lippa
• Writer: Andrew Lippa
• Featuring: Krysta Rodriguez
• Label: Decca Records
• Release Date: 2010-06-08
• Genre: Broadway, Musical Theatre
• Language: English
• Album: The Addams Family (Original Broadway Cast)

Song Meaning and Annotations

In “Pulled,” Andrew Lippa hands Wednesday Addams a Broadway spotlight and a psychological turning point, letting her revel in the most Addams-ian of contradictions: delight in discomfort, joy in darkness. It’s a solo of conflict, comedy, and cartoonishly melodramatic charm — sung to the rafters by Krysta Rodriguez.

At its core, this song is about identity whiplash. Wednesday, the perpetual goth princess, begins noticing—gasp!—feelings. Fluffy ones. “Bunny rabbits make me want to cry,” she admits with a quiver of horror, setting the tone. This isn’t just a teenage crush ballad; it’s a full-blown existential crisis in G major.

Lines That Define It

I'm being pulled in a new direction
But I think I like it

This line is the thesis of the piece. The "pull" isn't just romantic — it's cultural, emotional, spiritual. It's a tug-of-war between the macabre mold she’s grown up in and the perky pollen of puppy love. And what’s worse (or better?): she’s into it.

As she spirals through a rapid-fire list of what would normally make her gag — "DisneyWorld," "lollipops," "Liberace's Greatest Hits!" — the musical score erupts like a carousel on overdrive. It’s part satire, part surrender, totally sincere and wildly over-the-top — exactly how musicals should feel.

This isn’t just comedic relief; it’s character development with jazz hands. Wednesday steps into emotional technicolor, clinging to her deadpan persona while slipping into the light, kicking and screaming in iambic pentameter.

Similar Songs

1. "Popular" from Wicked — Another Broadway solo by a young woman grappling with transformation. Where Glinda aims to “make someone over,” Wednesday’s the one being emotionally made over against her will.
2. "I'm Not That Girl" from Wicked — Elphaba’s solo swims in the same conflicted waters — feelings she never planned on having, and a persona cracking at the seams. Swap green skin for Gothic eyeliner, and you’ve got a vibe match.
3. "On My Own" from Les Misérables — Though tonally different, it’s another iconic solo about unrequited feelings reshaping identity. Wednesday is more manic, Eponine more melancholic, but the emotional core of romantic conflict is shared.

Questions and Answers

What does “Pulled” reveal about Wednesday Addams?

It shows her internal conflict as she begins to experience unfamiliar feelings of joy, affection, and even romantic interest — emotions that clash hilariously with her gloomy upbringing.

Why is the imagery so extreme in the song?

It exaggerates the contrast between her usual morbid worldview and the sugar-coated sensations she’s now feeling. It’s both comedic and dramatic, fitting for musical theatre's flair.

How does this song fit into the Addams Family musical?

It serves as a pivotal moment where the story shifts from spooky satire to emotional stakes. Wednesday’s change becomes the emotional engine of the plot.

Who performs “Pulled” in the original cast?

Krysta Rodriguez delivers the performance with sharp comedic timing and Broadway belt, making it one of the show’s standout numbers.

What makes “Pulled” relatable despite its gothic humor?

Everyone’s had a moment where new feelings challenge their identity. It’s a universal tale told through a whimsically weird lens — love disguised as a lightning bolt.

Fan and Media Reactions

"The energy! The sass! Wednesday Addams, queen of internal chaos."

"It’s like Broadway meets Hot Topic, and I’m living for it."

"Honestly, I felt this in my soul. And I don’t even like butterflies."

"Krysta Rodriguez kills it — like, melodramatically and metaphorically."

"Who knew identity crises could be so catchy?"