Be Prepared
Disney
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I never thought hyenas essential They're crude and unspeakably plain But maybe they've a glimmer of potential If allied to my vision and brain I know that your powers of retention Are as wet as a warthog's backside But thick as you are, pay attention My words are a matter of pride It's clear from your vacant expressions The lights are not all on upstairs But we're talking kings and successions Even you can't be caught unawares So prepare for a chance of a lifetime Be prepared for sensational news A shining new era is tiptoeing nearer And where do we feature? Just listen to teacher I know it sounds sordid but you'll be rewarded When at last I am given my dues! And in justice deliciously squared Be prepared! Yeah! Be prepared, we'll be prepared! For what? For the death of the king Is he sick? No, fool! We're going to kill him and Simba, too Great idea! Who needs a king? la la la la No king, no king! Idiots! There will be a king! But you said- I will be king! Stick with me and you'll never go hungry again! Yay, all right! Long live the king! Long live the king! It's great that we'll soon be connected With a king who'll be all-time adored Of course, quid pro quo, you're expected To take certain duties on board The future is littered with prizes And though I'm the main addressee The point that I must emphasize is You won't get a sniff without me! So prepare for the coup of the century Be prepared for the murkiest scam Meticulous planning tenacity spanning Decades of denial is simply why I'll Be king undisputed respected, saluted And seen for the wonder I am Yes, my teeth and ambitions are bared- Be prepared! Yes, our teeth and ambitions are bared- Be prepared!
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Written by: Elton John, Tim Rice
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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10 facts about this song
Song Identity"Be Prepared" is a song from the Disney produced 1994 animated film "The Lion King".
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Composition DetailsThe song was composed by Elton John, with lyrics written by Tim Rice, both of whom are legends in the music industry.
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Character SingingThe song is performed by Jeremy Irons, who voiced the character of Scar, the film's main antagonist.
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Song Theme"Be Prepared" plays an instrumental role in the movie as part of the plot, inspiring Scar's hyena minions and revealing his plot to kill King Mufasa and Prince Simba.
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Grammy Awards"Be Prepared," along with the other memorable soundtracks of "The Lion King," helped the album win the Grammy for Best Musical Album for Children in 1994.
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Broadway VersionIt was also included in the Broadway adaptation of "The Lion King," where it was performed by Scar and the ensemble.
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2019 RemakeIn the 2019 remake of "The Lion King," the song was performed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, who voiced Scar in the film. However, the song's verses were rearranged and partly rewritten.
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ControversySome critics have compared the scene of the song in the original movie to the rallies and propaganda of Adolf Hitler, due to the marching hyenas, Scar’s stand on a high rock, and a red background.
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Animation ChallengesThe song's scene was considered one of the most challenging to animate due to the presence of hundreds of hyenas moving in synchronized marching steps.
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TriviaDue to a vocal strain, Iron’s last verse in the song had to be performed by Jim Cummings, who also provided the voice for the hyena Ed. This makes “Be Prepared” the only song in the film sung by more than one actor for a character.
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