Tim Rice - Be Prepared lyrics

[SCAR] 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 [SHENZI] And where do we feature? [SCAR] Just listen to teacher I know it sounds sordid But you'll be rewarded When at last I am given my dues And injustice deliciously squared Be prepared! [BANZAI, spoken] Yeah! Be prepared. We'll be prepared. For what? [SCAR, spoken] For the d**h of the king! [BANZAI, spoken] Is he sick? [SCAR, spoken] No, fool! We're going to k** him... and Simba too! [SHENZI, spoken] Great idea! Who needs a king? [BANZAI, SHENZI, spoken] No king, No king, nah nah nah nah nah nah! [SCAR, spoken] Idiots! There will be a king! [BANZAI, spoken] But you said - [SCAR, spoken] - I will be king! Stick with me, and you'll never be hungry again! [BANZAI, SHENZI, spoken] Yay, all right! Long live the king! Long live the king! [HYENAS] It's great that we'll soon be connected With a king who'll be all-time adored [SCAR] 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 [HYENAS, SCAR] So prepare for the coup of the century [SCAR] Be prepared for the murkiest scam Meticulous planning Tenacity spanning Decades of denial Is simply why I'll [HYENAS] Ooooh! We'll have food! Lots of food We repeat Endless meat [SCAR] Be king undisputed Respected, saluted And seen for the wonder I am Yes, my teeth and ambitions are bared [SCAR, HYENAS] Be prepared! Yes, our teeth and ambitions are bared Be prepared!