Be Prepared - From "The Lion King"/Original Broadway Cast Recording

I'd 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 as 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 the 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 in justice deliciously squared:
Be prepared!
(Banzai) Yeah be prepared! We'll be prepared! ...For what?
(Scar) For the death of the king!
(Banzai) Is he sick?
(Scar) No, fool! We're gonna kill him!
And Simba too...
(Shenzi) Great idea! Who needs a king?
(Shenzi & Banzai) No king! No king! La-la-la-la-la-la!
(Scar) Idiots!
There will be a king!
(Banzai) But you just said--
(Scar) I will be king!
Stick with me, and you'll never go hungry again!
(Shenzi & Banzai) 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!
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!
(Hyenas) Yes our teeth and ambitions are bared,
Be prepared!