The songs in the film are, in chronological order, as follows.
- Free
- How Can I Refuse?
- Written in Your Heart (Prologue)
- I am a Girl Like You
- To be a Princess
- The Cat's Meow
- If You Love Me for Me
- To Be A Princess (Reprise)
How Can I Refuse (Reprise)- Written in Your Heart
- I'm on My Way
1. Free
ANNELIESE:
All my life I've always wanted
To have one day just for me
Nothing to do and for once nowhere I need to be
With no lessons, lords, or lunches
Or to-do list in the way
No one to say when to eat or read or leave or stay
That would be the day
ERIKA:
All my life I've always wanted
To have one day for myself
Not waking up with a pile of work on every shelf
With no hems in need of pressing
And no sleeves in disarray
No wedding gown with a thousand stitches to crochet
And no debt to pay
ERIKA:
What would it be like to be
PRINCESS ANNELIESE:
What would it be like to be
Free
ERIKA:
Free
PRINCESS ANNELIESE:
Free to try crazy things
ERIKA:
Free from endless IOU's
ANNELIESE:
Free to fly
ERIKA:
Free to sing
ANNELIESE:
And marry whom I choose
ANNELIESE:
You would think that I'm so lucky
That I have so many things
I'm realizing that every present comes with strings
ERIKA:
Though I know I have so little
My determination's strong
People will gather around the world to hear my song
WOMAN:
Can I come along?
ANNELIESE:
Now I fear I'll never be
ERIKA:
Soon I will forever be
BOTH:
Free
I close my eyes and feel myself fly a thousand miles away
I could take flight but would it be right
My conscience tells me stay
ANNELIESE:
I'll remain forever royal
ERIKA:
I'll repay my parent's debt
BOTH:
Duty means doing the things your heart may well regret
ANNELIESE:
But I'll never stop believing
ERIKA:
She can never stop my schemes
BOTH:
There's more to living than gloves and gowns and threads and seams
In my dreams
I'll be free
2. How Can I Refuse?
PREMINGER:
I've been bowing
I've been scraping
I've been lying like a rug
And for ten long years I've had to pay my dues
But today I am escaping
For the last gold has been dug
It was waiting there, so how could I refuse?
I'm returning home a hero
Who's discovered mighty wealth
And what better husband could a princess choose?
I'm the suitor who will suit her
Bring the kingdom back to health
And I'll wear the crown, for how could I refuse?
Raise every glass
And rouse every cheer!
Praise that the reign of Preminger is here!
Master in charge of all that I see
All hail me!
And by marrying the princess I get all that I desire
Like a moat
An ermine coat
And palace views
Even though she treats me coldly
It's a sign of inner fire
For inside she's thinking
"How can I refuse?"
MAN 1 (SPOKEN):
Right, except there’s one little problem, boss.
PREMINGER (SPOKEN):
That’s Prince Boss to you!
MAN 1 (SPOKEN):
Right, the queen decided to marry off the princess to the king of Bahsena.Next week.
PREMINGER (SPOKEN):
What?! Making a decision without me?! Who does she think she is?
DUMB MAN (SPOKEN):
Uh, the Queen?
PREMINGER (SPOKEN):
You simpering simpleton!
DUMB MAN (SPOKEN):
Well, she is the Queen. She’s got a crown and a scepter and sits in her big fancy chair...
PREMINGER (SPOKEN):
Silencio!
PREMINGER:
No! I wont let go!
This peasant son wont turn and run because some reckless royal chose another beau
Ah...it's...a temporary setback
It's a momentary lapse
But conviently my ego doesn't bruise
And the moment that I get back I will show them who's the boss
You can bet your bullion there'll be no "I do's"
Yes suppose the girl goes missing
And the king says "au revoir"
Then I find her
Bring her back and make the news
Then the queen will be so grateful
That she'll pledge the heir to moi
And I'll humbly tell her
"How can I refuse?"
When our ceremony's over
I'll arise and take the throne
And that nitwit Anneliese can kiss my shoe
For the kingdom and the castle will be mine and mine alone
If the crown should fit then how can I refuse?
ALL: So get ready with the roses and stand by with the champagne
When you've got a brilliant plan you never lose
Yes before the chapter closes
I'll be as big as Charlemagne
It's a thankless job but how can I refuse
How can I refuse?
3. Written in Your Heart (opening)
And your always free to begin again
And your always free to believe
When you find the place that your heart belongs
You'll never leave
You and I will always be
Celebrating life together
I know I have found a friend forever more
Love is like a melody
One that I will always treasure
Courage is the key that opens every door
Though you may not know where your gifts may lead
And it may not show at the start
When you live your dream
You'll find destiny
Is written in your heart
Though you may not know where your gifts may lead
And it may not show at the start
When you live your dream
You'll find destiny
Is written in your heart
4. I am a Girl Like You
PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): I’m savoring my first and last taste of freedom Before getting married next week to a total stranger... ERIKA (SPOKEN): At least you’re not an indentured servant. PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): An indentured servant? ERIKA: If I'd like to have my breakfast hot Madame Carp will make me pay And I have to fetch the eggs myself And the barn's a mile away It's cold and wet and still I get An omlette on my plate But in my head I'm back in bed Snuggled up and sleeping late PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): Really? ERIKA (SPOKEN): Really, but it’s alright. I mean, I’m used to it. And you? PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): Well... ERIKA (SPOKEN): Well? PRINCESS ANNELIESE: If I want some eggs I ring the bell And the maid comes running in And she serves them on a silver tray And she brings a cookie tin And while I eat, she rubs my feet And strolling minstrels play But I'd rather be in my library reading science books all day ERIKA: I'm just like you PRINCESS ANNELIESE: You are? ERIKA: You're just like me There's somewhere else we'd rather be Somewhere that's ours Somewhere that dreams come true Yes, I am a girl like you You'd never think that it was so But now I've met you and I know It's plain as day, sure as the sky is blue yes I am a girl like you PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): So! You’re a singer? ERIKA (SPOKEN): No, I work at Madame Carp’s penitentiary, uh, I mean Dress Emporium. PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): I love Madame Carp’s Dresses! ERIKA (SPOKEN): I made the one you’re wearing. PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): You made this? It's my favourite! The design looks so complicated! ERIKA (SPOKEN): Oh, but it isn’t really... ERIKA: First I choose a fabric from the rack And I pin the pattern down And I stitch it in the front and back And it turns into a gown PRINCESS ANNELIESE: I wear the gown, without my crown And dance around my room BOTH: And imagine life without the strife of an unfamiliar groom PRINCESS ANNELIESE (SPOKEN): But I’d never let my Mother know. I wouldn’t want to disappoint her. ERIKA (SPOKEN): I completely understand. PRINCESS ANNELIESE & (ERIKA): I'm just like you (I think that's true) You're just like me (Yes, I can see) BOTH: We take responsibility PRINCESS ANNELIESE & (ERIKA): We carry through (We carry through) BOTH: Do what we need to do Yes, I am a girl like you ERIKA & (PRINCESS ANNELIESE): I'm just like you (I'm just like you) You're just like me (You're just like me) BOTH: It's something anyone can see ERIKA & (PRINCESS ANNELIESE): A heart that beats (A heart that beats) BOTH: A voice that speaks the truth Yes, I am a girl like you5. To be a PrincessJULIAN (SPOKEN): Now remember, No nagging, bragging, sweating, fretting, slipping, tripping, Slurping, burping, twittering or frittering allowed. Stay Present, stay pleasant, stay proud. JULIAN: To be a princess Is to know which spoon to use To be a princess Is to own a thousand pairs of shoes To maintain a regal gait Leave the parsley on your plate And be charming but detached And yet amused To be a princess Is to never be confused Do a plié and never fall Don't ever stray from protocol All through the day There's just one way You must behave Do keep a grip and never crack Stiff upper lip and arch the back Bend from above And always wear your gloves And wave Shoulders back and Tummy in and Pinky out and Lift the chin and Slowly turn the head from side to side ERIKA: I see now JULIAN: Breathing gently Stepping lightly Smile brightly Nod politely Never show a thing you feel inside have pride. To be a princess Is to always look your best To be a princess Is to never get to rest Sit for a portrait, never get Sleep on a mattress extra firm Speak and be clever Never at a loss for words Curtsy to every count and lord Learn how to play the harpsichord Sing lullabies and always harmonize in thirds BOTH: Thirds, thirds JULIAN: And She has beautiful eyes And the spirits rise When she walks in the room JULIAN: Doors close And the chemistry grows She's like a rose That's forever in bloom JULIAN & (ERIKA): Do a rosette and don't (Ever ever ever fall) Never show dismay (And be there when people call) Be prepared whatever royal life will bring Do keep a grip and don't (Ever ever ever crack) Take a dainty sip (Never ever turn your back) There's a time and place and way for everything To be a princess Is to never make your bed To be a princess Is to always use your head6. The Cat's Meow
The Cat's Meow (spoken) Whats Wrong Wolfie, are ya sick Something in your Throat? Wait A Minute are you trying to meow? I can see it when you're feeling low You can't hide that from me You're no status quo calico So why keep trying to be? 'Cause you're more than that You're a doggish cat I wish you could see the you I see No I say If you bark Celebrate it Make your mark Serenade it Noah's ark Shoulda had a cat like you And if What you are Is a strange you Doesn't mean You should change you Only means You should change your point of view Hey, feline You fetch just fine To thine ownself be true Your bow wow's The cat's meow It's how I know you're you You don't need the bows Or tiara Bid your woes Sayonara Trust your nose 'Cause it knows the way to go When you Chase your tail You're enchanting Spirits sail When you're panting When you wail You're a rover, Romeo There is not One hair of you That I would re-arrange I love you the way you are And that will never change That will never change7. If You Love Me for MeERIKA: Once a lass met a lad You're a gentle one, said she In my heart I'd be glad If you loved me for me You say your love is true And I hope that it will be DOMINIC: I'd be sure, if I knew That you loved me for me ERIKA: Could I be the one you're seeking? Will I be the one you choose? Can you tell my heart is speaking? My eyes will give you clues DOMINIC: What you see may be deceiving Truth lies underneath the skin ERIKA: Hope will blossom by believing BOTH: The heart that lies within DOMINIC: I'll be yours Together we shall always be as one If you love me for me ERIKA: Who can say where we'll go Who can promise what we'll be But I'll stay by your side DOMINIC: I'll be yours Together we shall always Be as one BOTH: If you love me for me If you love me for me
8. To Be A Princess (Reprise)
Do a plié and never fallDon't ever stray from protocolAll through the dayThere's just one wayYou must behaveDo keep a grip and never crackStiff upper lip...Stiff upper lip...
9. How Can I Refuse (Reprise)
QUEEN GENEVIEVE (SPEAKING):
You can't bring my daughter back.
PREMINGER (SPEAKING):
Too true, but I can provide the answer to saving your kingdom. A
little business venture of mine was very successful. You could say I
struck gold! I'm as wealthy as King Dominick.
PREMIER (SINGING):
Well your good luck has departed
And your people soon will starve.
Au revoir to your foie gras and cheese fondues!
But because I'm so good hearted,
Half my fortune I will carve!
I feel your pain so
How could I refuse?
But to give me some incentive,
There's just one thing I require,
And it's something that you'd never even use!
And it's nothing that inventive,
Just the one thing I desire:
This simple crown yes
How could I refuse?
Oh don't let your spirits falter,
I've a ring box in my hand!
And I've booked a band so grab your dancing shoes!
And come with me to the altar,
Save the kingdom as you planned!
Yes, marry me, for
How could you refuse?
How can you refuse?
10. Written in Your HeartAnd you're always free to begin again And you're always free to believe When you find the place That your heart belongs You'll never leave You and I will always be Celebrating life together I know I have found a friend forever more Love is like a melody One that I will always treasure Courage is the key that opens every door Though you may not know Where your gifts may lead And it may not show at the start When you live your dreams You'll find destiny Is written in your heart Though you may not know Where your gifts may lead And it may not show at the start When you live your dream You'll find destiny Is written in your heart11. I'm on My WayWhen I wonder where I am When I wonder why I take these chances I try to breathe I say to me, "believe" And whatever comes, it's okay 'Cause I'm on my way To somewhere better I'm further every day I'm on my way I know it might take until forever But everything could change today So I'm on my way To find that place People say that I'm naive 'Cause I'm trusting and my heart is open But I won't hide I'm here to find who I am And whatever comes is what's right 'Cause I'm on my way To somewhere better I'm further every day I'm on my way I know it might take until forever But everything could change today So I'm on my way To find that place I'll keep dreamin' Til I get there I'll be free So goodbye to yesterday I'm giving what it takes 'Cause I'm on my way To somewhere better I'm on my way It could take forever (And everything could change) It could change today 'Cause I'm on my way To find that place
