I Just Can't Wait To Be King
Elton John
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Way behind the water hole A little down the line The jungle and the plains and peaks Are scheduled to be mine I'm gonna be the ruler Of most everything around From the grandest of the mountains To the humble common ground My reign will be a super awesome thing Oh, I just can't wait to be king I'm gonna be a noble king Unscrupulously fair I only need a little time Perhaps a little hair I'm gonna be the mane event Like no king was before I'm brushing up on looking down I'm working on my roar The fauna and the flora gonna swing Oh, I just can't wait to be king No one saying do this No one saying be there No one saying stop that No one saying see here Free to run around all day I'll be free to do it my way No one saying do this No one saying be there No one saying stop that No one saying see here Free to run around all day Free to do it my way The time has come as someone said To talk of many things May be true But I would rather stick to talking kings It's easy to be royal If you're already leonine It isn't just my right Even my left will be divine The monarchy is waiting to go zing Oh, I just can't wait to be king Oh, I just can't wait to be king
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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 Origin and Composition"I Just Can't Wait to Be King" is a song from Disney's highly popular 1994 animated film, "The Lion King." The song was composed by the renowned musician Elton John and written by the prolific lyricist Tim Rice.
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Character PerformanceThe song is performed within the movie by the young Simba, a lion cub who can't wait to assume his role as the king of the Pride Lands. The actual voices behind the characters were provided by actors Jason Weaver (Young Simba), Laura Williams (Young Nala), and Rowan Atkinson (Zazu).
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Elton John's VersionAlthough Elton John composed the song, he also recorded his own version of it for the movie's soundtrack. This version was not included in the film but can be heard on the movie's official soundtrack.
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Musical Style"I Just Can't Wait to Be King" stands out for its vibrant and infectious Afro-pop style, fused with elements of American pop. This is a significant departure from Elton John's usual rock and pop styles.
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Narrative RoleThe song plays a crucial role narratively in "The Lion King" as it introduces audiences to Simba's initial naïve enthusiasm for becoming king, unaware of the real responsibilities the role entails.
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Chart PerformanceWhile not released as a single, "I Just Can't Wait to Be King" contributed to the overall success of "The Lion King" soundtrack, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified Diamond by the RIAA, confirming sales over 10 million units in the US.
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AwardsThe entire soundtrack, including "I Just Can't Wait to Be King," won the Grammy for Best Musical Album for Children in 1995.
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Cultural ImpactOverwhelmingly popular, the song has been covered by different artists and featured in numerous Lion King spin-offs such as sequels and Broadway adaptations.
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2019 RemakeThe song was remade for the 2019 CGI remake of "The Lion King," with JD McCrary voicing the young Simba. Elton John endorsed the new version and applauded the film's musical director, Pharrell Williams.
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Music VideoThe original film's music video features a vibrant and dazzling animation sequence showing young Simba and Nala escaping from Zazu, reinforcing Simba's desire for independence and authority.
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