Be Prepared Lyrics by Tracy Nicole Chapman, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Kevin Cahoon
The Lion King (Original Broadway Cast Recording)
1997
[SCAR, spoken] 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 [SCAR] 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 death of the king [BANZAI, spoken] Is he sick? [SCAR, spoken] No, fool! We're gonna kill him And Simba too! [SHENZI, spoken] Great idea! Who needs a king? [BANZAI & SHENZI, spoken] No king, no king, lala-lala-la-la [SCAR, spoken] Idiots! There will be a king! [BANZAI, spoken] But you just said— [SCAR, spoken] I will be king! Stick with me, and you'll never go hungry again! [BANZAI & SHENZI, spoken] Yay! Alright! 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! [SCAR & HYENAS] So prepare for the coup of the century [SCAR & HYENAS] Be prepared for the murkiest scam (Ooh, la-la-la) Meticulous planning (We'll have food) Tenacity spanning (Lots of food) Decades of denial (We repeat) Is simply why I'll (Endless meat) 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
Read the complete lyrics to "Be Prepared" by Tracy Nicole Chapman, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Kevin Cahoon from the album "The Lion King (Original Broadway Cast Recording)" in 1997. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under In English, USA, Broadway.
"Be Prepared" is performed by Tracy Nicole Chapman, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Kevin Cahoon. from the album "The Lion King (Original Broadway Cast Recording)" in 1997 This page provides the full lyric text for fans who want to sing along, study the songwriting, or compare versions across releases. Lyrks organizes lyrics by artist and song slug so you can bookmark and share a stable URL.
Music lyrics help listeners connect with emotion, narrative, and rhythm in a track. Whether you are learning English, researching a favorite chorus, or preparing for karaoke, having accurate line breaks and section labels (verse, chorus, bridge) makes the experience easier. We link to the official artist profile on Lyrks where available, including biography snippets, top songs, and chart placements when we have that data.
If you enjoy "Be Prepared", explore more songs by Tracy Nicole Chapman, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Kevin Cahoon using the links below. Chart and trending pages on Lyrks highlight what listeners are searching for this week. For copyright or correction requests, see our DMCA and contact pages.
"Be Prepared" is credited to Tracy Nicole Chapman, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Kevin Cahoon. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.
"Be Prepared" appears on "The Lion King (Original Broadway Cast Recording)" in 1997.
Visit the Tracy Nicole Chapman, Stanley Wayne Mathis, Kevin Cahoon artist page at /artist/tracy-nicole-chapman for biography, popular tracks, and links to more lyric pages.
