They Don't Know
Thoroughly Modern Millie Lyrics

They don't know my flair for the dramatic
Others are unaware of my natural ability to be theatrical and dramatic.

Not a clue, the talent I possess
People have no idea about the various talents I possess.

Pretty girls, but not much in the attic
Although they are endowed with beauty, they lack intellectual capacity.

Face-to-face with genius, and they never guess
Despite being in the presence of a genius, they never realize it.

They don't know they're staring at an artist
They are oblivious to the fact that I am an artist they are staring at.

Highly trained to take on any role
I am equipped with the necessary skills to act in any role.

Skillful mime, and brilliant laundry cart-ist
I have mastered the art of mime and can maneuver laundry carts skillfully.

Seeking retribution for the life they stole
I am seeking revenge for the opportunities and experiences they took away from me.

I almost acted Chekhov, Ibsen, Shaw, Moliere
I came close to performing plays written by famous playwrights like Chekhov, Ibsen, Shaw, and Moliere.

I almost starred as Peter Pan; imagine moi midair!
I nearly played the lead role in Peter Pan and can picture myself flying through the air to bring the character to life.

I almost tackled Shakespeare, a blushing Juliet
I almost took on the challenge of playing Shakespeare's Juliet and would have done it justice.

And if the house were big enough I still could play her yet!
If given the opportunity and a large enough stage, I could still play Juliet.

They don't know I'm hotter news than Duse
People have no idea that I am more newsworthy than Eleonora Duse, a famous Italian actress.

Helen Hayes and Bernhardt all in one
I am comparable to Helen Hayes and Sarah Bernhardt, two of the greatest actresses of all time.

They're on top, and I look like the loser
Even though they have the upper hand, it may appear as though I am losing.

Wait and see who's standing when my play is done
They will see who is standing tall once my work is complete and my show is finished.

So welcome all ye bright young ladies
I welcome all the young and promising women before me.

You're checking into Hotel Hades
However, they are about to check-in to a place of immense trouble and pain.

I won't stand by while critics praise ya
I cannot stand by and watch as critics praise people who do not deserve it.

You're getting shipped to Southeast Asia
They are being sent to Southeast Asia to face struggles and hardship.

But they don't know, they don't know
While all this is happening, they are oblivious to the true intentions of those around them.

Sad to be all alone in the world
It is a sad feeling to be expecting help or seeking companionship in a world where it seems to be lacking.