monkey SEE monkey DO

December 23, 2023

“Monkey see, monkey do” is a pidgin-style saying that was already called an "old saying" in 1900. The saying refers to the learning of a process without an understanding of why it works. Another definition implies the act of imitation, usually with limited knowledge and/or concern for the consequences…

[Short Instrumental Itnro]

[Verse]
Welcome monkey to the Zoo
We built this place just for you
Don’t ask questions it’s okay
Go along with what we say

We made sure that these rules
Keep you safe cuz we love you
In this cage you will be free
To do whatever you please!

[Pre-Chorus]
You’ll be great, you’ll be fine
Just follow the guidelines...

[Chorus]
Monkey see, monkey do
Monkey see, monkey do
We always tell the truth
Ooh, ooh

Monkey see, monkey do
Jump and clap when we say to
If you’re good, we’ll give you
Bananas here at the zoo!

(ooh ooh!)

[Verse 2]
You're so special and unique
Cuz we tell you what to think
Loud and proud, scream and shout
That you fit in with the monkey crowd

[Pre-Chorus 2]
You’ll be great, you’ll be fine
Just follow the guidelines...

[Chorus 2]
Monkey see, monkey do
Monkey see, monkey do
We always tell the truth
Ooh, ooh

Monkey see, monkey do
Jump and clap when we say to
If you’re good, we’ll give you
Bananas here at the zoo!

(ooh ooh ahh ahh!)

[Instrumental Solo]

[Bridge]
Waste you're time yeah it’s okay
Stare at the glass to pass the day
Just relax don’t try too hard
You’re perfect the way you are

Monkey monkey
Monkey monkey
Monkey see, monkey do
Monkey see, monkey do

[Outro]