Alan Menken noted that "some songs complement the original composition of the film" while "others are very different from the film compositions and extend the musical spectrum", making a special mention of a song in Act II which was inspired by traditional Roma music. Translator Michael Kunze "campaign[ed] to allow Esmeralda to die at the end, as she does in the book. There was a feeling that the audience would be depressed if Esmeralda dies.
Alan Menken noted that some songs complement the original film composition while others are notably different and extend the musical spectrum. He specifically mentioned a song from Act II inspired by traditional Roma music. Translator Michael Kunze advocated for Esmeralda's death at the end, as in the book, believing it would be more emotionally impactful on the audience.