Discover the story of the song > A Winter’s Ball – Lin-Manuel Miranda

In the song "A Winter's Ball", Burr wonders how Hamilton, a poor orphan, has become so successful and respected. Hamilton is hired by George Washington, but still wants to fight in battles instead of just writing. The men sing about their interest in women at the ball, with Burr mentioning how many he wants to "deflower", and Hamilton joking about Martha Washington's cat being named after him. They also discuss the Schuyler sisters, who are considered very desirable for marriage, leading Hamilton to ask which one Burr thinks he should try to marry.