“Mother Knows Best” is a song from the Broadway musical Tangled, with music and lyrics by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater. It is sung by Donna Murphy in the role of Mother Gothel. The song expresses Gothel’s manipulative and controlling nature, as she attempts to convince Rapunzel that the outside world is a dangerous place and that she is better off staying with her in the tower.
The song is a powerful and haunting ballad that showcases Murphy’s vocal prowess. Her performance is both vocally impressive and emotionally resonant, as she captures the character’s complex and conflicted emotions. The song has been praised for its dark and atmospheric sound, which creates a sense of unease and tension.
