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Sing Lion King Songs

Learn and sing favorite songs from The Lion King, practice vocal warm-ups, rhythm, and movement, and perform a short group or solo piece.

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Step-by-step guide to sing Lion King songs

What you need

Lyrics printouts or song list, comfortable clothes, water bottle, small scarf or costume piece (optional), mirror (optional)

Step 1

Pick two favorite Lion King songs you want to learn and sing.

Step 2

Put the lyrics or song list where you can read them easily.

Step 3

Put on comfortable clothes for singing and moving.

Step 4

Clear a small area to be your stage.

Step 5

Take five deep belly breaths to relax your body and voice.

Step 6

Hum up and down a comfortable scale for one minute to warm your voice.

Step 7

Clap the beat of the chorus slowly eight times while counting aloud.

Step 8

Sing the first verse slowly while following the lyrics to learn the melody.

Step 9

Choose two simple gestures or one short step to do during the chorus.

Step 10

Practice your chosen gestures or step while humming the chorus three times.

Step 11

Sing the verse and chorus together in order one time without stopping.

Step 12

Rehearse your whole performance two more times from start to finish.

Step 13

Take a one minute water break to rest your voice.

Step 14

Share your finished creation on DIY.org

Help!?

What can we use if we don't have printed lyrics or a song list?

If you don't have printed lyrics for step 2, pull up the Lion King lyrics on a phone or tablet, or write key lines on index cards and place them where you can read them during practice.

My child keeps rushing or losing the tune when singing the first verse—what should we try?

If they rush or lose the melody in step 7, have them break the verse into single lines, hum each line as in step 6, then sing each line slowly while pointing to the words before putting the lines together.

How can we adapt the activity for different ages?

For younger children choose one song, cut clap counts in step 6 to four and use picture cue cards, while older kids can add extra gestures or a short choreography in step 9 and practice harmonies during the two full rehearsals in steps 11–12.

How can we make the performance more creative or personal?

To enhance the activity, create simple costumes or a backdrop for your cleared stage (step 4), expand your two gestures into a short choreography during step 10, and record the finished performance to share on DIY.org as instructed in step 13.

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Facts about singing and music for kids

🦁 The Lion King opens with the Zulu chant “Nants' ingonyama,” performed and arranged by South African musician Lebo M.

🎵 Elton John co-wrote and performed songs for the soundtrack, including the hit "Can You Feel the Love Tonight."

🏆 Composer Hans Zimmer won the 1995 Academy Award for Best Original Score for The Lion King.

🎭 Julie Taymor's 1997 Broadway adaptation uses inventive puppetry and masks and became one of Broadway's longest-running, highest-grossing shows.

🌍 The soundtrack mixes Western pop with African choral styles, helping introduce many listeners to African-inspired music.

How do I teach my child to sing Lion King songs?

Start by picking one favorite song and play it several times so your child knows the tune. Break the song into short phrases, teach each phrase slowly, and use call-and-response. Begin each session with simple vocal warm-ups (humming, sirens), practice rhythm by clapping, then add gentle movement or actions. Use short, regular practice sessions and finish with a final run-through or mini performance to build confidence and enjoyment.

What materials do I need to sing Lion King songs with my child?

You’ll need a device to play music, licensed backing tracks or karaoke versions, and a way to display lyrics (official lyric sheets or a music app). Optional items: a toy or real microphone, simple costume pieces or props, a clear space for movement, a mirror, water for hydration, and a timer to keep practice sessions short and focused. Use child-friendly volume and age-appropriate arrangements.

What ages is singing Lion King songs suitable for?

This activity suits toddlers through preteens with adjustments. Ages 2–4 enjoy listening, movement, and call-and-response. Ages 4–7 can learn short phrases, basic rhythm, and group singing with adult guidance. Ages 8–12 handle longer parts, harmony practice, and small solo or group performances. Always adapt song length, language complexity, and practice duration to the child’s attention span and vocal development.

What are the benefits and safety tips for singing Lion King songs with kids?

Singing builds confidence, memory, language skills, rhythm, and social connection. For safety: start with warm-ups, limit practice to short sessions, encourage hydration and rest, and avoid pushing a child’s vocal range. Supervise movement to prevent slips, keep volume reasonable to protect hearing, and sanitize shared microphones or props. Emphasize fun over perfection to keep kids motivated and comfortable.

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