Lin-Manuel Miranda on "Almost Like Praying"
Lin-Manuel Miranda on "Almost Like Praying"
In this web exclusive, “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda talks with correspondent David Begnaud about writing and recording the song “Almost Like Praying” during the “terrible silence” after Puerto Rico was struck by Hurricane Maria. He also sings the names of all 50 states in alphabetical order.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is mostly accurate. It correctly states that Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote and recorded "Almost Like Praying" after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico. The claim about him singing the names of all 50 states is also likely accurate, though not explicitly verified by the provided source. The article presents the information in a relatively neutral manner.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: Lin-Manuel Miranda talks about writing and recording the song "Almost Like Praying" during the "terrible silence" after Puerto Rico was struck by Hurricane Maria.
- Verification Source #1: Fails to cover this claim directly, but mentions Lin-Manuel Miranda in a list of performers.
- Internal Knowledge: This claim aligns with general knowledge about Lin-Manuel Miranda's activities after Hurricane Maria.
- Claim: He also sings the names of all 50 states in alphabetical order.
- Verification Source #1: Fails to cover this claim.
- Internal Knowledge: This claim is plausible given the context of a web exclusive interview and Lin-Manuel Miranda's known talents.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Verification Source #1: Mentions Lin-Manuel Miranda, but doesn't provide specific details about "Almost Like Praying" or the 50 states claim.
- Internal Knowledge: Supports the general context of the article, but cannot definitively verify all claims due to lack of direct source coverage.