Finding his voice in a school choir, Crawford began his professional career still a teenager. Having some luck on the London stage in the early 60s, he then found his way onto the BBC and starred in various programmes such as 'Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em'. He also had film roles in 'The War Lover', 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum'. and 'How I Won the War' (which brought him into the same work as John Lennon).
Andrew Lloyd Webber's casting of him opposite Sarah Brightman and Steve Barton as the Phantom in 1986 shot his career into high gear. Winning a Tony Award for his role, Crawford also had the aforementioned tune, "The Music Of The Night", reach the British Top Ten. He has released several studio albums such as 'A Touch of Music in the Night' and 'On Eagle's Wings' among others.
Lion King Medley
Michael Crawford Lyrics
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Circle Of Life
From the day we arrive on the planet
And blinking, step into the sun
There's more to be seen than can ever be seen
More to do than can ever be done
Some say eat or be eaten
Some say live and let live
But all are agreed as they join the stampede
You should never take more than you give
(Chorus)
In the Circle of Life
It's the wheel of fortune
It's the leap of faith
It's the band of hope
Till we find our place
On the path unwinding
In the Circle, the Circle of Life
Some of us fall by the wayside
And some of us soar to the stars
And some of us sail through our troubles
And some have to live with the scars
There's far too much to take in here
More to find than can ever be found
But the sun rolling high
Through the sapphire sky
Keeps the great and small on the endless round
(Chorus repeats)
On the path unwinding
In the Circle, the Circle of Life.
Can You Feel The Love Tonight
(Timon:)
I can see what's happening
(What?)
And they don't have a clue
(Who?)
They'll fall in love and here's the bottom line
Our trio's down to two.
(Oh.)
(In a sarcastic mock-French accent)
Ze sweet caress of twilight
(Back to normal, but still sarcastic)
There's magic everywhere
And with all this romantic atmosphere
Disaster's in the air
(FS:)
Can you feel the love tonight?
The peace the evening brings
The world, for once, in perfect harmony
With all its living things
(Simba:)
So many things to tell her
But how to make her see
The truth about my past? Impossible!
She'd turn away from me
(Nala:)
He's holding back, he's hiding
But what, I can't decide
Why won't he be the king I know he is
The king I see inside?
(Chorus:)
Can you feel the love tonight?
The peace the evening brings
The world, for once, in perfect harmony
With all its living things
Can you feel the love tonight?
You needn't look too far
Stealing through the night's uncertainties
Love is where they are
(Timon:)
And if he falls in love tonight
It can be assumed
(Pumbaa:)
His carefree days with us are history
(Timon and Pumbaa:)
In short, our pal is doomed
He Lives In You
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala (Here is a lion and a tiger)
Night
And the spirit of life
Calling
Oh, oh, iyo
Mamela (Listen)
Oh, oh, iyo
And a voice
With the fear of a child
Answers
Oh, oh, iyo
Oh, mamela (Listen)
Oh, oh, iyo
Ubukhosi bo khokho (Throne of the ancestors)
We ndodana ye sizwe sonke (Oh, son of the nation))
Wait
There's no mountain too great
Oh, oh, iyo
Hear the words and have faith
Oh, oh, iyo
Have faith
Hela hey mamela (Hey, listen)
(Chorus)
He lives in you
He lives in me
He watches over
Everything we see
Into the water
Into the truth
In your reflection
He lives in you
Ingonyama nengw' enamabala (Here is a lion and a tiger)
(repeat)
(repeat third verse)
(repeat chorus)
Shadowland
Fatshe leso lea halalela (The land of our ancestors is holy)
Fatshe leso lea halalela
Shadowland
The leaves have fallen
This shadowed land
This was our home
The river's dry
The ground has broken
So I must go
Now I must go
And where the journey may lead me
Let your prayers be my guide
I cannot stay here, my family
But I'll remember my pride
Prideland I have no choice
My land I will find my way
Tear-stained Lea halalela
Dry land
Take this Take this prayer
With you What lies out there
Fatshe leso Lea halalela
And where the journey may lead you
Let this prayer be your guide
Though it may take you so far away
Always remember your pride
Fatshe leso lea halalela
Fatshe leso lea halalela Fatshe leso lea halalela
And where the journey may lead you
Let this prayer be your guide
Though it may take you so far away
Always remember your pride
And where the journey may lead you Giza buyabo, giza buyabo
Let this prayer be your guide I will return, I will return
Beso bo
Though it may take you so far away Giza buyabo, I will return
Always remember your pride Giza buyabo, oh giza buyabo
Beso bo, my people, beso bo
The Lion King Medley is a collection of songs from the famous Disney movie, The Lion King. The first song in the medley is "Circle of Life," which reflects on the cycle of life from the perspective of the animals living in the vast African wilderness. The lyrics suggest how there is much more to explore and accomplish in life than one can ever imagine. The theme of living in harmony with nature is also conveyed in the song, with the animals agreeing to take only what they need from nature and not exploiting it. This song is also an inspiring reminder of the beauty of nature and the importance of respecting it.
The next song in the Lion King medley is "Can You Feel the Love Tonight." This song is about the love story between Simba and his love interest, Nala, who are two lion cubs who grow up together. Despite being friends for so long, Simba struggles to express his true feelings, fearing rejection as he feels he is unworthy of Nala's love. The lyrics of this song express the emotions the two characters are feeling, set against a peaceful evening in the savannah where they share their love.
The third song in the medley is "He Lives in You," which focusses on the importance of the ancestral legacy passed down from generation to generation. The lion and tiger mentioned in the lyrics represent the strength and power of the ancestors, and the song urges people to take pride in their heritage and always remember where they come from. The lyrics suggest that the strength and wisdom of one's ancestors live on in their descendants, giving them the confidence and resilience to overcome any obstacle.
The final song in the medley is "Shadowland." It is the story of Nala and her departure from the Pride Lands in search of help to save her dying community. The lyrics highlight the singer's helplessness as she witnesses the devastation of the land she calls home. The song is a tribute to the beauty of the Pride Lands and how it is essential to preserve one's heritage and identity while moving forward. This song also emphasizes the importance of unity and support in striving towards a common goal.
Line by Line Meaning
From the day we arrive on the planet
Ever since we come into existence
And blinking, step into the sun
From the moment we open our eyes and start living our lives
There's more to be seen than can ever be seen
The world is vast and there are endless things to explore
More to do than can ever be done
There are countless opportunities to pursue and experiences to have
Some say eat or be eaten
Some believe in the law of the jungle, the survival of the fittest
Some say live and let live
Others believe in peaceful coexistence and mutual respect
But all are agreed as they join the stampede
Regardless of beliefs, everyone is united in their journey
You should never take more than you give
The circle of life is about balance and giving back
In the Circle of Life
Life is a cycle that repeats itself
It's the wheel of fortune
Life is unpredictable and full of ups and downs
It's the leap of faith
Sometimes you have to take risks and trust your instincts
It's the band of hope
Hope is what keeps us going in difficult times
Till we find our place
We are all on a journey to discover our purpose
On the path unwinding
Our journey is full of twists and turns, and we never know what's ahead
Some of us fall by the wayside
Not everyone makes it to the end of their journey
And some of us soar to the stars
Some people achieve great things and reach for the sky
And some of us sail through our troubles
Some people handle adversity with grace and ease
And some have to live with the scars
Others have to deal with the lasting effects of their struggles
There's far too much to take in here
The world is overwhelming and we cannot understand all of it
More to find than can ever be found
There is always more to learn and discover
But the sun rolling high
The sun is a constant presence and reminder of life's beauty
Through the sapphire sky
The sky is a striking blue, reflecting the majesty of nature
Keeps the great and small on the endless round
All living creatures are part of the endless cycle of life
I can see what's happening
I am aware of the situation at hand
And they don't have a clue
They are oblivious to what's going on
They'll fall in love and here's the bottom line
They will inevitably develop romantic feelings for each other
Our trio's down to two
The group that was once three is now reduced to two
Ze sweet caress of twilight
The peaceful and comforting feeling of dusk
There's magic everywhere
There is something special and mystical about the moment
And with all this romantic atmosphere
The setting is perfect for romance
Disaster's in the air
There is a sense of impending trouble or danger
The peace the evening brings
Evening has a calming effect and brings tranquility
The world, for once, in perfect harmony
Everything seems to flow together in a peaceful way
With all its living things
Every living being is connected and part of the same system
So many things to tell her
There is so much I want to share with her
But how to make her see
It's difficult to convey my feelings and thoughts to her
The truth about my past? Impossible!
I cannot be honest with her about my past
She'd turn away from me
She would reject me if she knew the truth about me
He's holding back, he's hiding
He is not being true to himself and is hiding his feelings
But what, I can't decide
I am unsure about what is going on with him
Why won't he be the king I know he is
I know he is capable of being a great leader, but he is holding himself back
The king I see inside?
I see the potential for him to be a powerful ruler
You needn't look too far
Love is closer than you think
Stealing through the night's uncertainties
Overcoming the doubts and fears that come with falling in love
Love is where they are
They have found love and it is surrounding them
This shadowed land
The land is dark and gloomy
This was our home
This land used to be where we belonged
The river's dry
The water source has run out
The ground has broken
The earth has cracked and given way
So I must go
I have to leave for my own survival
Now I must go
The journey starts now
Let your prayers be my guide
I need your support and guidance to get through this journey
I cannot stay here, my family
I have to leave behind the people I care about
But I'll remember my pride
I will not forget where I came from and who I am
My land I will find my way
I will do whatever it takes to get back to my homeland
Take this Take this prayer
I leave behind this prayer for you
With you What lies out there
May it be with you and guide you
And where the journey may lead you Giza buyabo, giza buyabo
Wherever your journey takes you, know that you are welcome back home
I will return, I will return
I promise to come back to you
Beso bo, my people, beso bo
Farewell, my people, farewell
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