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I Just Cant Wait To Be King Lyrics – Elton John
Soundtrack: Classic Disney Lyrics
I Just Cant Wait To Be King Text
Way beyond 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 going to be a noble king
And scrupulously 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
(Chorus)
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
(Piano Solo)
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
This 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
(Repeat until fade)
Way beyond 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 going to be a noble king
And scrupulously 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
(Chorus)
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
(Piano Solo)
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
This 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
(Repeat until fade)
Classic Disney
Soundtrack Lyrics for Cartoon, 2003
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Background and Context.
"I Just Can't Wait to Be King" is an exuberant and colorful song from Disney's "The Lion King," released in 1994. This vibant track is sung by young Simba, voiced by Jonathan Taylor Thomas, with Nala and Zazu featuring in the sequence. The song encapsulates Simba's naive enthusiasm and eagerness to assume his role as king, reflecting his youthful ignorance of the responsibilities that leadership entails. It's set against a backdrop of the African savannah, with imaginative visuals that bring the jungle to life in a playful and whimsical manner.
Main Message and Theme.
The song portrays the eagerness of youth to grow up and seize control, highighting Simba's innocent misunderstanding of what being a king truly means. Simba imagines a kingdom where his word is law, free from the constraints and advice of others, embodying the common childhood fantasy of absolute freedom and authority. The theme revolves around the anticipation of coming of age and the desire for independence, while also hinting at the journey of growth and understanding that Simba must undertake.
Meaning and Summary.
"I Just Can't Wait to Be King" is a declaration of Simba's aspirations and his vision of kingship as a time of unfettered freedom and fun. The lyrics, filled with playful puns and ambitions, contrast with the reality of leadership's demands and the wisdom required to rule wisely. As Simba sings about evading the guidance of his caretakers and the rules set before him, the song subtly sets the stage for his journey towards understanding the true essence of leadership, responsibility, and the circle of life.
Emotion and Mood.
The mood of the song is lively and jubilant, capturing the spirit of adventure and the boundless optimism of youth. Its upbeat tempo and catchy melody evoke a sense of excitement and possibility, inviting listeners to share in Simba's dream of future glory. The song's dynamic arrangement and vibrant animation sequence make it one of the most memorable and joyful moments in "The Lion King," reflecting the film's themes of growth, identity, and the passage from innocence to experience.
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