"Feed Me (Git It)" is a notable musical number featured in the 1986 film Little Shop of Horrors. This catchy and memorable song, written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, is an integral part of the movie's soundtrack and is a key moment in the story. It is performed by the character Audrey II, a carnivorous and sentient plant, and is known for its humorous and darkly comedic lyrics.
Background[]
The lyrics of the song are a playful and dark exploration of Audrey II's hunger for human blood and its manipulation of Seymour. The chorus, "Feed me, Seymour, feed me all night long," captures the essence of the plant's insatiable appetite. The word "Git" in the title is used in place of "Get" and is intended to emphasize the distinct and quirky personality of Audrey II. The music is a fusion of rock and doo-wop, which adds to the film's unique style. The song's catchy tune, paired with the humorous yet sinister lyrics, makes it a memorable moment in the film.
Lyrics[]
Audrey II:
Feed me, feed me, feed me
Feed me, Seymour, feed me all night long
That's right, boy, you can do it
Feed me, Seymour, feed me all night long
'Cause if you feed me, Seymour
I can grow up big and strong
Would you like a Cadillac car?
Or a guest shot on Jack Paar?
How about a date with Hedy Lamarr?
You're gonna get it, if you want it, baby
How'd you like to be a big wheel?
Dining out for every meal
I'm the plant to make it all real
You're gonna get it
Hey, I'm your genie
I'm your friend, I'm your willing slave
Take a chance, feed me, yeah
You know the kinda eats
The kinda red-hot treats
The kind of sticky, licky sweets I crave
Come on, Seymour, don't be a putz
Trust me and your life will surely rival King Tut's
Show a little initiative, boy
Work up some guts, and you'll get it
Seymour:
I don't know, I don't know
I have so, so many strong reservations
Should I go and perform mutilations?
Audrey II:
Think about a room at the Ritz
Wrapped in velvet, covered in glitz
A little nookie gonna clean up those zits
And you'll get it, uh-huh
Crystal, Ronette, and Chiffon:
You're gonna get it
Seymour:
Gee, I'd like a Harley machine
Drive it around like I was James Dean
Makin' all the guys on the corner turn green
Audrey II:
So, go get it, woo-woo-woo
If you gotta be profound
If you really gotta justify
Take a breath and look around
A lot of folks deserve to die
Both:
If you want a rationale
It isn't very hard to see, naw, naw, naw
Stop and think it over, pal
The guy sure looks like plant food to me
The guy sure looks like plant food to me
The guy sure looks like plant food to me
Seymour:
He's so nasty, treatin' her rough
Audrey II:
Yeah, smackin' her around and always talkin' so tough
Seymour:
You need blood, and he's got more than enough
Audrey II:
I need blood, and he's got more than enough
Both:
You/I need blood and he's got more than enough
Audrey II:
So, go git it!
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