Curious George Rides a Bicycle

(Intro – spoken / theatrical) Ladies and gentlemen… and monkeys of all ages… Hold on tight—he’s off again! (Verse 1) George got a helmet and a shiny red ride, Bell on the handle, with a wobble in his stride, The Man with the Yellow Hat said, “Take it slow,” But curiosity sparks when the wheels start to go! Feet on the pedals, eyes open wide, A world full of wonder on his very first ride, From a push to a glide, from a glide to a grin— That’s where the mischief begins! (Pre-Chorus) He wobbles left, he wobbles right, Every turn a new delight, Hear that bell go ring-ring-ring! Like a little king of everything! (Chorus) I want to ride my bicycle, bicycle—George rides a bicycle! Round and round the world goes spinning, laughter running free! Pedal fast and don’t think twice, Every street’s a paradise— Oh, George rides a bicycle! (Verse 2) Down the road comes a paper boy, Stack of papers, a balancing ploy, Trip and tumble—oh what a mess! George says, “I think I can fix this!” He gathers them up in a hurry and dash, Tucks them under, avoids a crash, With a hop and a push, he’s back on track— Delivery monkey, no looking back! (Pre-Chorus 2) Porch to porch, door to door, He’s never done this job before, But every throw lands just right— George is soaring in full flight! (Chorus) I want to ride my bicycle, bicycle—George rides a bicycle! Through the town he zips along, a one-monkey jamboree! Helping out in his own way, Turning work into a play— Oh, George rides a bicycle! (Bridge – slow build) But wait—what’s that he sees ahead? A crowd, a tent, bright blue and red… A circus in a twist of fate— And George arrives just in time—not late! (Circus Section – upbeat / chaotic) The monkeys are gone! The show’s in despair! “No act tonight?!” cries the crowd in the air! But George steps forward with a glint in his eye— “I think I can give this a try!” (Break – chant & call-and-response) Bicycle! Bicycle! Spin it fast and steal the show! Monkey see, monkey DO— Watch him flip and watch him go! Leader: “Can he ride?” Crowd: “OH YES HE CAN!” Leader: “Can he fly?” Crowd: “HE’S THE MONKEY MAN!” (Chorus – big stadium version) I want to ride my bicycle, bicycle—George rides a bicycle! Under lights and cheers so loud, he’s the star we came to see! Round the ring he steals the show, Fast and fearless as he goes— Oh, George rides a bicycle! (Instrumental Break – guitar / vocal harmonies) (Ooooh-ahhh harmonies, playful “bicycle!” echoes, layered vocals building) (Bridge 2 – emotional lift) From a wobble on the street… To a hero in the ring… Funny how a simple ride Can turn into everything! (Final Chorus – extended / layered) I want to ride my bicycle, bicycle—George rides a bicycle! Every turn a brand-new tale, every mile a memory! From the streets to circus lights, Full of laughs and daring sights— Oh, George rides a bicycle! I want to ride my bicycle, bicycle—George rides a bicycle! Ring that bell and take the lead, ride into the day with glee! Small beginnings, big surprise— Adventure lives where courage tries— Oh, George rides a bicycle! (Outro – soft / playful) Back at home, the day is done, But oh, what fun, oh what fun… The Yellow Hat man smiles so wide— “Quite a day you had… that ride.” (Final whisper) Ring… ring…