What are the differences between the Whos orignal version of “Tommy,” and the movie and play?
1. There are significant lyric changes in both the movie and play. In the movie the most obvious are “1921,” which is changed to “1951;” “Sally Simpson;” “Sensation” and “Amazing Journey.” In the play, the lyrics to “We’re Not Going to Take It” are changed, completely altering the finale of the piece. There are also changes to “I’m Free,” “Sally Simpson” and “Welcome.” 2. On the recorded and play versions, the father kills the lover. In the movie, the lover kills the father. 3. Additional songs were added to the movie and play. To the movie, “Uncle Frank’s Holiday Camp” and “Champagne” were added. The play has a new song called “I Believe My Own Eyes.” 4. On the recorded version, the awakening of Tommy’s senses is heralded by “Sensation.” In the movie and play, it’s “I’m Free.” In the play, the ending of “Tommy” is changed. The differences begin when Tommy stops performing after Sally Simpson is beaten at one of his concerts (in the recorded version and movie, Tommy is oblivious to her
