Pretty Women
Helena Bonham Carter & Johnny Depp Lyrics
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A stylish trimming of the hair?
A soothing skin massage?
You see, sir, a man infatuate with love
Her ardent and eager slave
So fetch the pomade and pumice stone
And lend me a more seductive tone
But first, sir, I think
A shave
The closest I ever gave
Oh, you're in a merry mood today, Mr. Todd
'Tis your delight, sir, catching fire
From one man to the next
'Tis true, sir, love can still inspire
The blood to pound, the heart leap higher
What more
What more can man require
Than love, sir?
More than love, sir
What, sir?
Women
Ah yes, women
Pretty women
Now then, my friend
Now to your purpose
Patience, enjoy it
Revenge can't be taken in haste
Make haste, and if we wed
You'll be commended, sir
My lord
And who may it be said
Is your intended, sir?
My ward
And pretty as a rosebud
Pretty as her mother?
What? What was that?
Oh, nothing, sir Nothing, nothing May we proceed?
Pretty women
Fascinating
Sipping coffee
Dancing
Pretty women
Are a wonder
Pretty women
Sitting in the window or
Standing on the stair
Something in them
Cheers the air
Pretty women
Silhouetted
Stay within you
Glancing
Stay forever
Breathing lightly
Pretty women
Pretty women!
Blowing out their candles or
Combing out their hair
Then they leave
Even when they leave you Even when they leave
And vanish, they somehow They still
Can still remain Are
There with you There
There with you They're there
Ah, pretty women
At their mirrors
In their gardens
Letter-writing
Flower-picking
Weather-watching
How they make a man sing
Proof of heaven
As you're living
Pretty women, sir!
Pretty women, yes! Pretty women, here's to
Pretty women, sir! Pretty women
Pretty women! All the
Pretty women, sir! Pretty women
Pretty women
She says she'll marry me Sunday
Everything's set, we leave tonight
You!
Judge Turpin!
There is indeed a higher power to warn me thus in time! Johanna, elope with you?
I'll lock her up in some obscure retreat
Where neither you nor any other vile corrupting youth shall ever lay eyes on her again!
But, sir, I beg of you!
And as for you, barber! It is all too clear what company you keep
Service them well and hold their custom for you'll have none of mine!
Mr. Todd!
Out!
The song "Pretty Women" from the musical "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" showcases the interaction between the two main characters, Sweeney Todd (played by Johnny Depp) and Judge Turpin (played by Alan Rickman) as they discuss their desires.
The first verse begins with Sweeney Todd speaking to Judge Turpin, offering his services in grooming and pampering. It is implied that Judge Turpin is infatuated with a woman and wants to impress her. Sweeney Todd suggests using a range of grooming products and a seductive tone of voice. He also mentions the need for a shave, emphasizing that it will be the closest shave the judge has ever experienced.
In the second verse, Judge Turpin comments on Sweeney Todd's merry mood. Sweeney Todd responds by saying that it is his delight to catch fire with love, moving from one man to the next. He suggests that love can still inspire and elevate emotions, asking what more a man can require.
Judge Turpin then responds, saying that more than love, he desires women. They both acknowledge the beauty and allure of pretty women. This exchange continues in the third verse, where Sweeney Todd encourages Judge Turpin to focus on his purpose, implying that revenge is at stake. Judge Turpin mentions that he has someone in mind he wishes to marry, referring to his ward. Sweeney Todd asks if she is as pretty as her mother, to which Judge Turpin reacts defensively.
The song culminates in a series of repetitions of the phrase "Pretty women." The lyrics describe the different activities and appearances of pretty women, highlighting their beauty and influence. Sweeney Todd and Judge Turpin sing together, celebrating the allure and impact of these women.
However, the mood abruptly shifts in the final verse, as Judge Turpin discovers that Sweeney Todd has ulterior motives. He realizes that Sweeney Todd's intentions are malicious and refuses to continue their association. Judge Turpin reveals his plan to lock up his ward, Johanna, in an obscure retreat to protect her from Sweeney Todd's influence. In anger, Judge Turpin dismisses Sweeney Todd and leaves the scene.
Line by Line Meaning
And what may I do for you, sir?
What services can I provide for you, sir?
A stylish trimming of the hair?
Would you like a fashionable haircut?
A soothing skin massage?
Or perhaps a relaxing facial massage?
You see, sir, a man infatuate with love
Sir, there is a man deeply in love
Her ardent and eager slave
He is devoted and obedient to her every desire
So fetch the pomade and pumice stone
Bring the grooming products for his hair and skin
And lend me a more seductive tone
And help me adopt a more alluring manner
A sprinkling, perhaps, of French cologne
Maybe a light spray of French perfume
But first, sir, I think
But before that, sir
A shave
He needs a shave
The closest I ever gave
The closest shave I've ever delivered
Oh, you're in a merry mood today, Mr. Todd
Oh, you seem to be in a joyous mood today, Mr. Todd
'Tis your delight, sir, catching fire
It seems that igniting passion brings you pleasure, sir
From one man to the next
From one person to another
'Tis true, sir, love can still inspire
Indeed, sir, love can still ignite passion
The blood to pound, the heart leap higher
Causing the blood to rush and the heart to soar
What more
What more could one ask for
What more can man require
What more could a person desire
Than love, sir?
Than the experience of love, sir?
More than love, sir
Something beyond love, sir
What, sir?
What might that be, sir?
Women
Women
Ah yes, women
Ah, yes, women
Pretty women
Beautiful women
Now then, my friend
Now, my friend
Now to your purpose
Let's focus on your goal
Patience, enjoy it
Be patient and embrace the process
Revenge can't be taken in haste
Revenge requires careful planning and execution
Make haste, and if we wed
Let's hurry, and if we get married
You'll be commended, sir
You'll be highly esteemed, sir
My lord
Sir
And who may it be said
And who might I ask
Is your intended, sir?
Is the woman you are planning to marry, sir?
My ward
My young female ward or protegee
And pretty as a rosebud
And as beautiful as a newly bloomed flower
Pretty as her mother?
As beautiful as her late mother was?
What? What was that?
What was that you said?
Oh, nothing, sir
Oh, it was nothing, sir
Nothing, nothing
Absolutely nothing
May we proceed?
Can we continue now?
Pretty women
Beautiful women
Fascinating
Enchanting
Sipping coffee
Enjoying a cup of coffee
Dancing
Gracefully moving to music
Pretty women
Beautiful women
Are a wonder
Are truly remarkable
Pretty women
Beautiful women
Sitting in the window or
Sitting by the window or
Standing on the stair
Standing on the staircase
Something in them
There's something about them
Cheers the air
That brings joy to the atmosphere
Pretty women
Beautiful women
Silhouetted
Cast in striking silhouettes
Stay within you
Stay in your mind
Glancing
Casting brief, alluring looks
Stay forever
Stay in your heart forever
Breathing lightly
Breathing softly
Pretty women
Beautiful women
Pretty women!
Beautiful women!
Blowing out their candles or
Blowing out their birthday candles or
Combing out their hair
Combing their hair
Then they leave
But then they depart
Even when they leave you
Even when they part ways with you
Even when they leave
Even when they depart
And vanish, they somehow
And disappear, somehow
Can still remain
They can still linger
Are there with you
They are still present with you
Pretty women
Beautiful women
At their mirrors
Admiring themselves in the mirrors
In their gardens
In their picturesque gardens
Letter-writing
Engaging in the act of writing letters
Flower-picking
Selecting flowers
Weather-watching
Observing the weather
How they make a man sing
How they bring joy and happiness to a man's life
Proof of heaven
Evidence of a blissful existence
As you're living
As long as you're alive
Pretty women, sir!
Beautiful women, sir!
Pretty women, yes! Pretty women, here's to
Beautiful women, yes! Here's to beautiful women
Pretty women, sir! Pretty women
Beautiful women, sir! Beautiful women
Pretty women! All the
Beautiful women! Every single
Pretty women, sir! Pretty women
Beautiful women, sir! Beautiful women
Pretty women
Beautiful women
She says she'll marry me Sunday
She says she will marry me on Sunday
Everything's set, we leave tonight
Everything is prepared, and we will depart tonight
You!
You there!
Judge Turpin!
Judge Turpin!
There is indeed a higher power to warn me thus in time!
It appears that a divine force has guided me to this revelation!
Johanna, elope with you?
Johanna, run away and marry you?
I'll lock her up in some obscure retreat
I will imprison her in a hidden place
Where neither you nor any other vile corrupting youth shall ever lay eyes on her again!
Where no one, including you or any other immoral young man, will ever see her again!
But, sir, I beg of you!
But, sir, I implore you!
And as for you, barber! It is all too clear what company you keep
And as for you, barber! Your association with certain individuals is quite evident
Service them well and hold their custom for you'll have none of mine!
Serve those customers well and keep their loyalty, for you will no longer have mine!
Mr. Todd!
Mr. Todd!
Out!
Get out!
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stephen Sondheim
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@LucianCanad
You want to talk about overdone? Compare Phantom of the Opera's overture between the play and the movie :P
Movie:
Auctioner: Perhaps we can... frighten away the ghost... of so many years ago... with a little illuminaton. Gentlemen?
DUUUUUN DUN DUN DUN DUN DUNNNNN
Play:
Auctioner: Perhaps we can frIGHTEN THE GHOST! OF SO MANY YEARS AGO!!! WITH A LITTLE!!!!!! ILUMINATION!!!!111 GENTLEMEN!!!!!!!!!11111one
DUUUUUN DUN DUN DUN DUN DUNNNNN
Dude, chill. Did you forget your meds again?
@Noah-pc6wq
Alan Rickman was a great choice for this movie.
@blankman9955
Mary Dark what
@gxfan039
He will be missed though
@underfellsanslang3770
ALWAYS
@nickkohlmann
Noah He's one of the greatest actors of our time.
@zyrrahjahgolden7397
Silently Cries In Corner
@skele-eleton
Alan Rickman has a surprisingly soothing voice. That prefect deep pitch, not deep enough to be awkward but not high enough to be annoying.
@anushkaauddy2126
Its at that beautiful place
@bowwow0115
나도 좋아
@EditorOfSL
I think his and Johnny Depp’s really go together well in this - I don’t know whether it’s their different ranges or the accents but they really compliment each other when they’re harmonising together.