Blonsky hails from Great Neck, New York. She graduated from Great Neck Village School in June, 2006. She has done local theatre at both levels (youth center) and Great Neck South High School, and beat out thousands of hopefuls for the role in Hairspray. She learned that she got the role from the producers via the internet at the Cold Stone Creamery, where she also works during her after school hours.[1] The announcement was made public on the June 8, 2006 edition of Entertainment Tonight; the show's crew went to her workplace to film the surprise announcement.
When asked about having won the role of Tracy Turnblad, Blonsky responded by saying "I'm shaking. I'm surprised I'm still standing!" She also told the New York Daily News that she hopes to distinguish herself from Ricki Lake and Marissa Jaret Winokur, who previously played the role, both of whom she has respect for: "I'm not going to try to fill anybody's shoes - I'm going to try to create a new pair of shoes!"
I Can't Wait
Nikki Blonsky Lyrics
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Well, don't cha hear 'em chime?
Can't 'cha feel my heartbeat keeping perfect time?
And all because he
Touched me
He looked at me and stared, yes he
Bumped me
Tapped me
And knocked me off my feet
One little touch
Now my life's complete 'cause when he
Nudged me
Love put me in a fix, yes it
Hit me
Just like a ton of bricks, yes my
Heart burst
Now I know what life's about
One little touch
And love's knocked me out and
I can hear the bells
My head is spinning
I can hear the bells
Something's beginning
Everybody says
That a girl who looks like me
Can't win his love
Well, just wait and see 'cause
I can hear the bells
Just hear them chiming
I can hear the bells
My temperature's climbing
I can't contain my joy
'Cause I finally found the boy
I've been missin'
Listen!
I can hear the bells
Round one
He'll ask me on a date and then
Round two
I'll primp, but won't be late because
Round three's
When we kiss inside his car
Won't go all the way
But I'll go pretty far!
Round four
He'll ask me for my hand and then
Round five
We'll book the wedding band so by
Round six
Amber, much to your surprise
This heavyweight champion
Takes the prize and
I can hear the bells
My ears are ringing
I can hear the bells
The bridesmaids are singing
Everybody says
That a guy who's such a gem
Won't look my way
Well, the laugh's on them 'cause
I can hear the bells
My father will smile
I can hear the bells
As he walks me down the aisle
My mother starts to cry
But I can't see 'cause Link and I
Are french kissin'
Listen!
I can hear the bells
I can hear the bells
My head is reeling
I can hear the bells
I can't stop the peelings
Everybody warns
That he won't like what he'll see
But I know that he'll look
Inside of me yeah
I can hear the bells
Today's just the start 'cause
I can hear the bells
And till death do us part
And even when we die
We'll look down from up above
Remembering the night
That we two fell in love
We both will share a tear
And he'll whisper as we're reminiscin'
Listen!
I can hear the bells
(She can hear the bells)
I can hear the bells
(We can hear the bells)
I can hear the bells
(Bum, bum, bum, bum!)
The lyrics to "I Can Hear The Bells" depict Nikki Blonsky's character, Tracy Turnblad, experiencing the feeling of falling in love. She can literally hear wedding bells, which represent her romantic future with the boy she's fallen for. The lyrics express the joy and excitement that come with falling in love, while also acknowledging the challenges that come with it, such as societal judgement and criticism. The song essentially exemplifies the idea that love can conquer all, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I can hear the bells
Something exciting is about to happen, and I'm eagerly waiting for it.
Well, don't cha hear 'em chime?
Can't you hear the excitement building up?
Can't 'cha feel my heartbeat keeping perfect time?
My heart is racing with excitement and anticipation.
And all because he
My excitement is due to the fact that he is the one making my heart race.
Touched me
His touch has brought me a newfound happiness and excitement.
He looked at me and stared, yes he
I felt a connection with him when he gazed into my eyes.
Bumped me
Our paths crossed for a reason, and it was a sign that we were meant to be together.
My heart was unprepared when he
I wasn't expecting to find love, but he came into my life and made my heart soar.
Tapped me
His gentle actions have had a huge impact on my life and made a significant change.
And knocked me off my feet
My life has completely turned around because of him, and it's like nothing else matters.
One little touch
A single gesture from him has completely changed my life and outlook.
Now my life's complete 'cause when he
He has filled a void in my life and completed me as a person.
Nudged me
He encouraged me to believe in myself and my potential for love and greatness.
Love put me in a fix, yes it
Love can be messy and complicated, but it's also worth it.
Hit me
Love has struck me with a powerful force that I cannot ignore or deny.
Just like a ton of bricks, yes my
Love has knocked me down but also lifted me up at the same time.
Heart burst
My heart is overflowing with love and joy because of him.
Now I know what life's about
I have finally found the true meaning of life, which is to love and be loved in return.
One little touch
His touch has had an enormous impact on my life, despite it being just a small action on his part.
And love's knocked me out
I am completely smitten and captivated by him, and I can't imagine life without him.
My head is spinning
I am dizzy with excitement and anticipation, and can't wait for what's to come.
Something's beginning
A new chapter of my life is starting, and I'm thrilled to see where it takes me.
That a girl who looks like me
People have doubted me and my ability to find love because of my appearance, but I refuse to let that define me.
Can't win his love
Others believe that my chances of being loved by him are slim, but I refuse to give up hope.
Well, just wait and see 'cause
I am determined to show everyone that love knows no bounds and anything is possible.
My temperature's climbing
My excitement levels are skyrocketing, and I can barely contain myself.
I can't contain my joy
My happiness and enthusiasm are bubbling over, and I can't help but show it.
'Cause I finally found the boy
He is the missing piece of my puzzle, the one I've been searching for all along.
Listen!
Pay attention, because something big is about to happen.
Round one
The journey towards love is a series of stages or rounds, and this is just the beginning.
He'll ask me on a date and then
Our first step in this journey is the classic first date.
Round two
Moving onto the next stage of our journey.
I'll primp, but won't be late because
I'll be dressed to impress but won't keep him waiting.
Round three's
Our journey continues with the third stage.
When we kiss inside his car
Our first kiss will be in a romantic setting, within the confines of his car.
Won't go all the way
We won't be going too far into intimacy at this stage.
But I'll go pretty far!
I'm willing to take things to the next level, but only to a certain extent.
Round four
This is the next step in our journey.
He'll ask me for my hand and then
Our relationship will take the next natural step: engagement.
Round five
We are moving closer and closer to our ultimate goal.
We'll book the wedding band so by
We are now moving onto the final stages of our journey, starting with booking the all-important wedding band.
Round six
This is the final stage of our journey, and our ultimate goal is within reach.
Amber, much to your surprise
Despite others' doubts and skepticism, we have made it this far in our journey.
This heavyweight champion
I have found my perfect match, my heavyweight champion.
Takes the prize and
Our love story has triumphed, and we are now the winners in the game of love.
The bridesmaids are singing
Our wedding day has arrived, and everyone is excited and celebratory.
My father will smile
My father will be proud and overjoyed as he walks me down the aisle on my wedding day.
As he walks me down the aisle
Our wedding day is the happiest day of my life.
My mother starts to cry
My mother is emotional and touched by the events unfolding before her eyes.
But I can't see 'cause Link and I
I am too caught up in the moment and in love with Link to pay much attention to anyone else.
Are French kissing
Our love and passion for each other is palpable, and we can't hold back from showing it.
Everybody warns
People have been warning me that he may not like the 'real me'.
That he won't like what he'll see
Others are skeptical that he will accept me for who I am, unconditionally.
But I know that he'll look inside of me yeah
I have faith that he will accept me and love me for who I am, flaws and all.
Today's just the start 'cause
Our wedding day is just the beginning of our journey together.
And till death do us part
We have made a lifelong commitment to love and support each other, no matter what.
And even when we die
Our love will endure even after our deaths.
We'll look down from up above
Our spirits will watch over our loved ones from above, even after passing away.
Remembering the night
We will always cherish the memories of the night we fell in love, and the subsequent years of companionship and support.
That we two fell in love
We will always remember the moment when we fell in love and knew we were meant to spend our lives together.
(She can hear the bells)
I can feel the excitement and anticipation building up within me.
(We can hear the bells)
Our friends and family members are also excited and eagerly anticipating what's to come.
(Bum, bum, bum, bum!)
The bells are ringing and our lives are changing for the better.
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