I Won't Say (I'm in Love)
Disney, The Cheetah Girls
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If there's a prize for rotten judgment I guess, I've already won that No man is worth the agrivation That's ancient history Been there, done that Who'd ya think you're kidding? He's the earth and heaven to ya Try to keep it hidden, honey we can see right through ya Girl ya can't conceal it We know how you're feelin', who you're thinking of No chance, no way, I won't say it, no no You swoon, you sigh Why deny it, uh oh It's too cliche I won't say I'm in love (Ooh, ooh, ooh) I thought my heart had learned its lesson It feels so good when ya start out My head is screaming, "Get a grip, girl! Unless you're dying to cry your heart out!" Ooh, ooh You keep on denying,who you are and how you're feelin' Baby, we're not lying, hone we saw ya hit the cieling Face it like a grown up When ya gonna own up that ya got, got, got it back? Woah No chance, no way, I won't say it, no no Give up, give in Check the grin, you're in love! You're doing flips read our lips, you're in love You're way off base I won't say it Get off my case I won't say it No chance, no way, I won't say it, no no Give up, give in Check the grin, you're in love! The scene won't play, I won't say I'm in love You're doing flips read our lips, you're in love You're way off base I won't say it Girl, don't be proud It's okay, you're in love No chance, no way, I won't say it, no no Give up, give in Check the grin, you're in love! The scene won't play I won't say, I’m in love Ooh At least out loud I won't say, I'm in love Sha la, la, la, la, la (Sigh)
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Written by: DAVID ZIPPEL, ALAN MENKEN
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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10 facts about this song
Song Mechanism"I Won't Say (I've Fallen In Love)" wasn't just scored by musical genius Alan Menken, but its lyrics were penned by future Tony Award winner David Zippel.
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Character ThemeThe song is performed by the character Megara, known as Meg, in the 1997 Disney film "Hercules". It highlights Meg's internal struggle against her growing feelings for Hercules.
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Disney Princess ConnectionAlthough Meg isn't considered part of the official Disney Princess lineup, this song has become beloved and is often associated with the iconic Disney princess anthems.
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Singer IdentityMegara’s singing in the song is voiced by Susan Egan who is also a Broadway actress well-known for originating the role Belle in the Broadway musical adaptation of "Beauty and the Beast".
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Notable Lyrics"I Won't Say I'm in Love" is popular for its catchy chorus "No chance, no way, I won’t say it, no no," symbolizing Meg's denial of her true feelings.
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LegacyThe song often appears on various Disney compilation albums due to its popularity.
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SymbolismFive muses, who act as a “Greek chorus” throughout the film, help to perform the song, symbolizing Meg’s inner thoughts and feelings.
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Musical Influence"I Won't Say (I'm in Love)" combines a variety of musical styles, including gospel and Motown, which was unusual for a Disney animated film at the time.
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Pop-Culture ImpactThe song has been covered by various artists and made its way into pop culture. Belinda Carlisle, best known as the lead singer of The Go-Go's, was among those who covered the song.
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Recognition"I Won't Say (I'm in Love)" was nominated for Best Original Song at the 55th Golden Globe Awards.
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