Been through ten musicals They start to get blurry No point finding props 'Cause they're gone in a hurry I always keep two backups packed on stage left But it doesn’t prevent actors’ theft They don't learn the cues Don't bother with their lines All I can trust is that they will steal the wines Seems every time I'm about to despair There's a crappy prop table right there Each actor’s the same From Las Vegas to Boston A giant backstage for the props to get lost in I pray that they do not get lost Yeah, they don’t know how much those props cost *glass shatters* (instead of slushie sound) Use your brain Don’t touch that prop Or I will cause pain Happiness comes When there are no crumbs Don’t eat backstage Use your brain Use your brain Care to listen? Do the teachers know you deal with that crap? Not anymore When Howard was here We were halfway normal But now it's just me and Achter We're less formal I learned to stage manage I learned to build props Learned that I kinda suck at roll drops You're planning the cue lines, props and stage manager You'll go send some emails and pray actors answer But actors won’t listen to my threats So I'd better start building some sets Use your brain No phones allowed Or I will cause pain Shut your mouth tight And turn off shop lights Hear no noise backstage Use your brain Please be quiet No fighting backstage Remember your cue Freak, get back onstage Forget in six weeks They’ll cause another rage When the pain in my head Says I’m better off dead Don’t open a vein (if) actors use their brain Use your brain Go on and use your brain Try it
parody of the song "freeze your brain" from heathers the musical
English
The lyrics convey a mix of frustration, humor, and resilience. While the speaker expresses despair over the chaotic nature of theatrical productions, there is also an underlying sense of camaraderie and determination to make things work despite the obstacles. The emphasis on using one's brain suggests a desire for order amidst the chaos.
This song is suitable for behind-the-scenes moments in theater productions, particularly highlighting the struggles of stage management and the challenges of working with actors. It could serve as a humorous interlude in a theater documentary or be used in workshops focusing on the organization and teamwork required in stage production.
The song employs a playful and conversational tone, utilizing clever rhymes and rhythmic patterns that align with the style of musical theater parodies. It reflects the structure of a typical musical number with a strong chorus encouraging a call to action ('Use your brain'), while the verses narrate specific challenges faced by stage managers. The use of sound effects (e.g., 'glass shatters') adds comedic elements, enhancing the overall theatricality.
[Verse] In a little Paris bistro, late at night, We dined on Brie and moonlight’s soft delight, You smiled at me over a Camembert, Love was ripening in the fragrant air. [Verse 2] A wedge of Gouda, so mellow and mild, The way you laughed, oh, how it beguiled, Swiss with its holes, yet heart so complete, You made this night feel so très chic. [Chorus] Oh, the big cheese of my heart, Fromage, oh dear, we're never apart, Each bite a symphony, each taste a song, In the cheeseboard of love, we belong. [Verse 3] Cheddar sharp, just like our wits, With every flirt, romance admits, A grinning wheel of Roquefort blue, Love’s rich bouquet, I’m stuck on you. [Bridge] From Gruyère to Emmental’s laced charm, Your touch, like Stilton, keeps me warm, In this dairy dream, we gracefully dance, Our hearts in rhythm, caught in a trance. [Verse 4] So let’s raise a toast, dear, to Muenster and wine, With every nibble, our stars align, Through aged cheese dreams, our romance took flight, In this savory world, love feels just right.
[Verse] Mountain morning waking up Sunlight's pouring out my cup Sipping life on a caffeine high Just me and my dew in the sky [Verse 2] Hiking trails and hidden caves Energy that always saves Conquering peaks so strong and bold Heart and soul pure liquid gold [Chorus] Mountain dew we'll never rest Living life to feel our best Fizzy magic in every sip Hold on tight don't lose your grip [Verse 3] Rolling hills and wild green Every moment feels serene Burst of flavor pure delight Turning every day to night [Chorus] Mountain dew we'll never rest Living life to feel our best Fizzy magic in every sip Hold on tight don't lose your grip [Bridge] Crack the cap release the fire Every drop fuels our desire Lifted high on this sweet flow Dew the world like a pro
In a small town, where the sun shines bright, Lives a boy named Caden, full of dreams in sight, Twelve years old, riding his bike down the street, Social Circle Middle, where all his friends meet. Oh, Caden Young, they're cheering your name, With a heart full of laughter and a spirit to claim, Sister by his side, adventures in the air, With loving parents, showing how they care. Homework piled high, but he still finds time, To play ball with friends, dreaming big, feeling fine, Through the ups and downs, they’re always around, In Caden’s world, love is the strongest sound. Oh, Caden Young, they're cheering your name, With a heart full of laughter and a spirit to claim, Sister by his side, adventures in the air, With loving parents, showing how they care. So here’s to Caden, with a future so bright, In his social circle, everything feels right. With love like a beacon, guiding him along, At Social Circle Middle, he’ll always belong.
[Verse] Woke up in a world so wild Every step is unreconciled Eyes wide open chasing light Living dreams till the break of night [Verse] Pushing buttons breaking bounds Electron waves in digital sounds Shift the gears in high-speed flight Lost in beats that feel so right [Chorus] E pical is my escape Running wild no time to wait Plug me in let's elevate Life's electric don't hesitate [Verse] Neon signs glow in the dark City's pulse it leaves a mark Dancing shadows free and bold Living stories yet untold [Bridge] Heartbeats synced with every beat Charging up on endless street Rhythms guide us through the haze Feel the surge in every phrase [Chorus] E pical is my escape Running wild no time to wait Plug me in let's elevate Life's electric don't hesitate
[Verse] The stars align in midnight skies We chase the dreams we can't deny Through peaks and valleys we will climb Our hearts in sync we pacify [Verse 2] Through fog and storm we find our way In shadows dark we won't delay Our love's a light that never fades Beyond the distance unafraid [Chorus] So take my hand we'll fly so high Above the clouds we'll touch the sky Our hearts will soar where eagles dare Beyond the distance we'll be there [Verse 3] In every breath we find the song Where we belong we've known so long The world is wide but close we stay Beyond the distance come what may [Chorus] So take my hand we'll fly so high Above the clouds we'll touch the sky Our hearts will soar where eagles dare Beyond the distance we'll be there [Bridge] The future's bright we'll take our chance In every step our spirits dance Together we are everything Beyond the distance let's begin
Verse 1 I never told you how much I cared, Took you for granted, I was unaware. You gave it all, but I didn't see, The sacrifices you made for me. You tried to make us happy, tried to heal, Told us to forget the hurt we used to feel. But now the years have passed, and all I know, I wish I never let you go. Chorus Thank you for the love you gave, For every tear, for every brave face. I didn’t say what I should have said, Now you're gone, and I’m left here instead. I miss you more than words can say, Hope you're smiling where you lay. I love you still, despite the fight, And I hope you're giving Heaven hell tonight. Verse 2 You took us far from her, from all the pain, But in the process, we lost so much again. I know you did it all for us, But still, some scars just don't adjust. And though the years were full of tears, I don't blame you, not all these years. The things we said, the things we never knew, I wish I could take them back to you. Chorus Thank you for the love you gave, For every tear, for every brave face. I didn’t say what I should have said, Now you're gone, and I’m left here instead. I miss you more than words can say, Hope you're smiling where you lay. I love you still, despite the fight, And I hope you're giving Heaven hell tonight. Bridge I never thought I’d have to say goodbye, Not like this, not with this much inside. But now you're free, I know you’re at peace, Even though our hearts still grieve. Chorus Thank you for the love you gave, For every tear, for every brave face. I didn’t say what I should have said, Now you're gone, and I’m left here instead. I miss you more than words can say, Hope you're smiling where you lay. I love you still, despite the fight, And I hope you're giving Heaven hell tonight. Outro I hope you're giving Heaven hell tonight, And I’ll carry you with me, in every fight. I’ll love you still, through the endless years, Even though you're gone, you’re always here.
[Verse] Not my problem got a world turned blind Cries echo loud from deep in my mind Souls getting hurt but no one to care Limitless cruelty man life's not fair [Verse 2] Justice lost in shadows we can't see Promises broken like waves on the sea Truth buried deep while lies dance free I turn my head but it still haunts me [Chorus] Not my problem no tears left to cry Turning my back but I still wonder why Love should have wings instead of chains that bind We close our eyes but we're losing our mind [Bridge] Pretend we’re saints with halos and wings But deep inside we know the pain it brings Reaching for light while darkness clings A twisted tale where angels don’t sing [Verse 3] Whispers of peace they fade into dust Promises shattered like a mirror's trust Holding on to dreams that fade to rust In a world so cold it's do or bust [Chorus] Not my problem no tears left to cry Turning my back but I still wonder why Love should have wings instead of chains that bind We close our eyes but we're losing our mind
We met at BURN, a cigar in your hand, I asked you ‘bout the game, you had the upper hand. "Who's playing?" I laughed, you said with a grin, "The Savannah Bananas," and that’s how it begins. You told me 'bout your life, death investigator’s past, Now you’re a private eye, but still haunted by that past. Private eyes and mysteries, secrets in disguise. I said I was a nurse, healing hearts with care, You looked at me, half-smiled, and asked, "Wanna get out of here?" Whiskey in your glass, and espresso martinis in mine, We were strangers in the night, but I swear it felt divine. We’ve been looking for each other, all our lives, we couldn’t see, But now that we're together, you're my soulmate, you and me. You couldn’t run, couldn’t hide, my heart was ready to soar. In that hotel room, you told me love was here at last. Whiskey in your glass, and espresso martinis in mine, We were strangers in the night, but I swear it felt divine. We’ve been looking for each other, all our lives, we couldn’t see, But now that we're together, you're my soulmate, you and me. You said, "I love you," and I couldn’t believe, Had to hear it once again, my heart on my sleeve. "Do you love me too?" you asked, and I said, "Of course I do," Now here we are, just me and you, with a love so true. Whiskey in your glass, and espresso martinis in mine, We were strangers in the night, but I swear it felt divine. We’ve been looking for each other, all our lives, we couldn’t see, But now that we're together, you're my soulmate, you and me. So here's to us, to love that’s grown, From a cigar lounge to a life we’ve known. Savannah Bananas, our joke forever more, With you, my love, I’ve found what I’m looking for.
We met at BURN, a cigar in your hand, I asked you ‘bout the game, you had the upper hand. "Who's playing?" I laughed, you said with a grin, "The Savannah Bananas," and that’s how it begins. You told me 'bout your life, death investigator’s past, Now you’re a private eye, but still haunted by that past. Private eyes and mysteries, secrets in disguise. I said I was a nurse, healing hearts with care, You looked at me, half-smiled, and asked, "Wanna get out of here?" Whiskey in your glass, and espresso martinis in mine, We were strangers in the night, but I swear it felt divine. We’ve been looking for each other, all our lives, we couldn’t see, But now that we're together, you're my soulmate, you and me. You couldn’t run, couldn’t hide, my heart was ready to soar. In that hotel room, you told me love was here at last. Whiskey in your glass, and espresso martinis in mine, We were strangers in the night, but I swear it felt divine. We’ve been looking for each other, all our lives, we couldn’t see, But now that we're together, you're my soulmate, you and me. You said, "I love you," and I couldn’t believe, Had to hear it once again, my heart on my sleeve. "Do you love me too?" you asked, and I said, "Of course I do," Now here we are, just me and you, with a love so true. Whiskey in your glass, and espresso martinis in mine, We were strangers in the night, but I swear it felt divine. We’ve been looking for each other, all our lives, we couldn’t see, But now that we're together, you're my soulmate, you and me. So here's to us, to love that’s grown, From a cigar lounge to a life we’ve known. Savannah Bananas, our joke forever more, With you, my love, I’ve found what I’m looking for.
