Later he made the transition to television when he co-starred with Don Johnson and Yasmine Bleeth in the police show Nash Bridges (1996-2001), in which they played San Francisco police-detective partners. In recent years he has been active in playing supporting roles in films and performing voice overs for animated features. His last television work included a supporting role in Judging Amy, where he played an independently wealthy landscape designer. He's also a favorite of director Robert Rodriguez, who has worked with Marin six times following the last two installments of his El Mariachi trilogy, the Spy Kids trilogy, and From Dusk Till Dawn. He also provided his voice for several Disney animated films, most notably Oliver & Company (1988), The Lion King (1994) and Cars (2006). He also made a small appearance as a dockworker in the movie Ghostbusters 2.
Marin is one of the foremost collectors of Chicano art in the United States, and his private collection is claimed to be the world's largest. Two national touring exhibitions have featured works from his collection. He's also an avid golfer, although Marin initially disliked the sport until he co-starred in Tin Cup.
Marin was born with a cleft lip, which has long since been repaired. He speaks fluent Spanish and uses it in some of the movies he stars in. Marin's trademark is his character's Mexican-accented voice.
The actor took a cue from his Nash Bridges counterpart as he resides in the San Francisco Bay Area year round, as a resident of the city's ritzy Sea Cliff neighborhood.
Recently, Marin reprised his role as Banzai the Hyena from The Lion King for the video game Kingdom Hearts II. In the 2006 animated film Cars he voiced the lowrider Ramone.
In the fall of 2006, Marin participated in Simon Cowell's Celebrity Duets, having sung with Peter Frampton, Randy Travis, Clint Black, Aaron Neville, and Al Jarreau. He was the fourth to be eliminated.
In the 2007 return of the hit television series LOST season 3, Marin will be playing Hurley's father.
The Lion King
Cheech Marin Lyrics
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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
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
And where do we feature?
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!
It's great that we'll soon be connected
With a king who'll be all-time adored
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!
Yes, our teeth and ambitions are bared
Be prepared!
The above song "Be Prepared" is from the 1994 animated movie "The Lion King," directed by Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff. The song is performed by the character Scar, the brother of the king of Pride Rock, Mufasa. In this song, Scar is plotting to kill Mufasa and take over the throne with the help of his hyena allies. The song is full of dark undertones and showcases Scar's cruel intentions as he convinces the hyenas to join him in his sinister plan.
The first stanza describes how Scar perceives hyenas as being of no use but crudely plain. However, he realizes that he can use them to achieve his goals by aligning their potential with his vision and brain. He continues to mock the hyenas while acknowledging their lack of intelligence, but urges them to listen closely to his words as they are a matter of his pride. In the second stanza, Scar explains to the hyenas his plan to seize the throne and shares his vision of a new era for himself as the king, and the hyenas as his subjects. He emphasizes that they'll only attain rewards if they help him in his plan to take the throne. He declares to the hyenas that they must prepare themselves for the coup of the century, indicating that this was a well-planned scheme.
The song has a deeper meaning beyond the plot, showing how people with ulterior motives manipulate those around them to achieve their goals. It showcases a clear example of abuse of power and cunning tactics used to acquire it. The song is a warning, as much as it is entertainment, about how often people with authority exert their power ruthlessly to push their own interests.
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Line by Line Meaning
I never thought hyenas essential
I didn't think hyenas were important
They're crude and unspeakably plain
They are unrefined and unimpressive in appearance
But maybe they've a glimmer of potential
Perhaps they have some possibility of being useful
If allied to my vision and brain
If they work with me and my ideas
I know that your powers of retention
I know you have a poor memory
Are as wet as a warthog's backside
Your ability to remember is like a wet, dirty warthog
But thick as you are, pay attention
Despite your lack of intelligence, listen to me
My words are a matter of pride
What I say is important to my reputation
It's clear from your vacant expressions
It's obvious from your blank faces
The lights are not all on upstairs
You're not very bright
But we're talking kings and successions
We are discussing royalty and succession
Even you can't be caught unawares
Even you should be prepared
So prepare for a chance of a lifetime
Get ready for an amazing opportunity
Be prepared for sensational news
Be ready for some exciting news
A shining new era
A bright, new time
Is tiptoeing nearer
Is coming closer quietly
And where do we feature?
And where do we fit in?
Just listen to teacher
Just listen to me
I know it sounds sordid
I know it sounds unpleasant
But you'll be rewarded
But you will get something good in return
When at last I am given my dues
When I finally get the credit I deserve
And injustice deliciously squared
And any wrongs will be made right in a satisfying way
Be prepared!
Be ready!
It's great that we'll soon be connected
It's wonderful that we will soon be working together
With a king who'll be all-time adored
With a king who will be loved forever
Of course, quid pro quo, you're expected
Of course, something is expected from you in return
To take certain duties on board
To take on certain responsibilities
The future is littered with prizes
The future is full of rewards
And though I'm the main addressee
Although I am the main person being addressed
The point that I must emphasize is
What I want to emphasize is
You won't get a sniff without me!
You won't get any part of it without my help!
So prepare for the coup of the century
Be ready for the greatest scheme of all time
Be prepared for the murkiest scam
Be ready for the most deceitful plan
Meticulous planning
Careful planning
Tenacity spanning
Determined effort over a long period
Decades of denial
Many years of rejection
Is simply why I'll
Is the reason why I will
Be king undisputed
Become the king without any opposition
Respected, saluted
Respected and honored
And seen for the wonder I am
Recognized for my greatness
Yes, my teeth and ambitions are bared
Yes, I am showing my determination and aspirations
Be prepared!
Be ready!
Yes, our teeth and ambitions are bared
Yes, we are all showing our determination and aspirations
Be prepared!
Be ready!
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Walt Disney Music Company, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELTON JOHN, TIM RICE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ajay Sea
This video was better than the entire 2019 remake.
crystal nicole
Ajay Sea fr lol
crystal nicole
Maico Dayan Hermans wrong
Eva B.
😂😂
Grend Elek
@crystal nicole 🤣🤣🤣
idontknow164
I lasted 5 minutes into the remake. Then walked out. And I was watching it on a plane.
Jesso
Jeremy Irons just has the most perfect villain voice. It's incredible
Normie
I agree
Captain James Hook
How about Ian McKellen Patrick Stewart Charles Dance Chiwetel Eijofor tim Curry or Anthony Hopkins? Those have pretty good villain voices as well.
Bhavish Budhoo
George sanders No1 in my list