Scar(speaking): I never thought hyenas essential
They're crude and unspeakably plain
But maybe they've a glimmer of potential
If allied to my vision and brain

Scar (singing): 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

It's clear from your vacant expressions
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
Shenzi: And where do we feature?
Scar: 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!

Hyena Chorus: It's great that we'll soon be connected
With a king who'll be all-time adored

Scar: 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!

Scar: So prepare for the coup of the century
Hyena Chorus :(Oooh!)
Scar: Be prepared for the murkiest scam
Hyena Chorus: (Oooh... La! La! La!)
Scar: Meticulous planning
Hyena Chorus: (We'll have food!)
Scar: Tenacity spanning
Hyena Chorus(Lots of food)
Scar: Decades of denial
Hyena Chorus(We repeat)
Scar: Is simply why I'll
Hyena Chorus(Endless meat)
Scar: Be king undisputed
Hyena Chorus: (Aaaaaaah...)
Scar: Respected, saluted
Hyena Chorus(...aaaaaaah...)
Scar: And seen for the wonder I am
Hyena Chorus(...aaaaaaah!)
Scar Yes, my teeth and ambitions are bared
Hyena Chorus(Oo-oo-oo-oo-oo-oo-oo)
Scar: Be prepared!

Hyena Chorus: Yes, our teeth and ambitions are bared -
Be prepared!