Hakuna Matata — Elton John Lyrics
Soundtrack: Classic Disney
Hakuna Matata Song Lyrics
[TIMON]
Hakuna Matata!
What a wonderful phrase
[PUMBA]
Hakuna Matata!
Ain't no passing craze
[TIMON]
It means no worries
For the rest of your days
[TIMON AND PUMBA]
It's our problem-free philosophy
Hakuna Matata!
[TIMON]
Hakuna Matata!
[YOUNG SIMBA]
[spoken] Hakuna Matata?
[PUMBA]
[spoken] Yeah. It's our motto!
[YOUNG SIMBA]
[spoken] What's a motto?
[TIMON]
[spoken] Nothin'! What's-a-motto with you?!
[PUMBA]
[spoken] Those two words will solve all your problems.
[TIMON]
[spoken] That's right. Take Pumbaa here
[sung] Why...when he was a young warthog
[PUMBA]
When I was a young warthog
[TIMON]
[spoken] Very nice
[PUMBA]
[spoken] Thanks.
[TIMON]
He found his aroma lacked a certain appeal
He could clear the savannah after ev'ry meal
[PUMBA]
I'm a sensitive soul though I seem thick-skinned
And it hurt that my friends never stood downwind
[PUMBA]
And, oh, the shame
[TIMON]
Oh, the shame!
[PUMBA]
Thought of changin' my name
[TIMON]
What's in a name?
[PUMBA]
And I got downhearted
[TIMON]
How did ya feel?
[PUMBA]
Ev'rytime that I...
[TIMON]
[spoken] Hey, Pumbaa! Not in front of the kids!
[PUMBA]
[spoken] Oh, sorry.
[TIMON AND PUMBA]
Hakuna Matata!
What a wonderful phrase
Hakuna Matata!
Ain't no passing craze
[YOUNG SIMBA]
It means no worries for the rest of your days
[ALL]
It's our problem-free philosophy
Hakuna Matata!
Hakuna Matata! Hakuna Matata!
Hakuna Matata! Hakuna Matata!
Hakuna Matata! Hakuna Matata!
Hakuna Matata! Hakuna --
[(OLDER) SIMBA]
It means no worries for the rest of your days
[ALL]
It's our problem-free philosophy
Hakuna Matata! [repeat]
[PUMBA]
I say "Hakuna"
[TIMON]
I say "Matata"
Track Listing
Brad Kane and Lea Salonga
Elton John
Angela Lansbury
Samuel E. Wright
Elton John
Samuel E. Wright
Elton John
The Little Mermaid
Julie Andrews
Dick Van Dyke
Julie Andrews
Hayley Mills
The Beach Boys & Annette Funicello
Burl Ives
Paul Frees
J. Pat O'Malley
Kirk Douglas
Jud Conlon Chorus
Jimmy MacDonald
Ilene Woods
James Baskett
Tchaikovsky
Donald Novis
Adriana Caselotti
Mickey Mouse
Jerry Orbach and Angela Lansbury
Elton John
Jodi Benson
Brad Kane
Richard White
Paige O'Hara and Robby Benson
Julie Andrews
Al Kasha
Baroque Hoedown
Angela Lansbury
Phil Harris and Bruce Reitherman
Julie Andrews
Pearl Bailey
David Tomlinson
The Mellomen
The Mellomen
Mickey Mouse
Burl Ives
The Mellomen
James Baskett and Nick Stewart
Verna Felton
Ilene Woods
Cliff Edwards
The Seven Dwarfs
Pinto Colvig
Judy Kuhn
Randy Newman
Jeremy Irons
Tony Jay and Tom Hulce
Jeff Bennett
René Auberjonois
David Ogden Stiers
Danny Elfman
Paul Terry
The Mellomen
Richard White
Angela Lansbury
Julie Andrews
Louis Prima and Phil Harris
Roger Miller
John Davidson, Lesley Ann Warren
Mary Costa and Bill Shirley
George Givot
John Darling
Sterling Holloway
Bill Hayes
Paul Frees
The Sportsmen
Disney Studio Chorus
Otis Harlan, Billy Gilbert, Pinto Colvig, Roy Atwell, and Scotty Mattraw
Danny DeVito
Charles Kimbrough
Bill Farmer
Judy Kuhn
Susan Egan
Disneyland
Ken Page
Randy Newman
Angela Lansbury
Cliff "Ukelele Ike" Edwards
Nancy Adams
Phil Harris
J. Pat O'Malley
The Disney Chorus
Deborah Walley
Buddy Ebsen and Lesley Ann Warren
Peggy Lee
Maurice Chevalier
Paul Frees
Cliff Edwards
Eleanor Audley
Mary Costa
Larry Morey
Betty Noyes
Adriana Caselotti
"Hakuna Matata" is an iconic song from Disney's "The Lion King," released in 1994. This catchy tune is perfrmed by the characters Timon and Pumbaa, and later joined by Simba. The phrase "Hakuna Matata" translates to "no worries" in Swahili, embodying the song's carefree and optimistic philosophy. It plays a crucial role in the film, marking Simba's transition from a guilt-ridden cub into a carefree young lion under the tutelage of his new friends. The song is set against the backdrop of the lush African savannah, where Timon and Pumbaa share their laid-back approach to life with Simba, teaching him about letting go of his past and embracing the present.
Main Message and Theme.
The central theme of "Hakuna Matata" is the importance of adopting a worry-free attituse towards life's challenges. The song promotes the idea of living in the moment and finding happiness despite the past or future's uncertainties. It's a celebration of friendship, freedom, and the simple joys of existence, suggesting that a positive outlook can significantly impact one's well-being and perspective on life.
Meaning and Summary.
Through its upbeat melody and humorous lyrics, "Hakuna Matata" conveys a message of resilience and positivity. Timon and Pumbaa share their personal stories of overcoming adversity, highlighting the song's theme that worries can be alleviated with the right attitude. The phrase "Hakuna Matata" serves as a mantra for facing life without fear or stress, encouraging listeners to adopt a more relaxed and optimistic viewpoint. The song also touches on themes of identity and self-acceptance, as seen through Pumbaa's acknowledgment of his flaws and the embrace of his true self.
Emotion and Mood.
The mood of "Hakuna Matata" is uplifting, playful, and infectious, capturing the essence of Timon and Pumbaa's carefree lifestyle. Its lively tempo and catchy chorus invite listeners to sing along and embrace the song's worry-free philosophy. The song provides a light-hearted break in the film's narrative, offering comic relief and a deeper message about the power of friendship and the importance of moving forward in life. "Hakuna Matata" remains one of Disney's most beloved songs, celebrated for its positive energy, memorable melody, and enduring message of hope and happiness.
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