JQ:HRA Fan Fiction
JQ:HRA Fan Fiction
I Won't Say (I'm in Love) by Eric Umali In honor of the premiere of Disney's "Hercules," comes this. I wrote this bit after listening to the soundtrack too many times. When you think of the sound, think like the great R & B girl groups from the 60's and 70's-- really soulful. The chorus is almost gospel. Disclaimer: Characters and associated details are property of Hanna-Barbera and are used for non-profit entertainment purposes only. THE REAL ADVENTURES OF JONNY QUEST Synopsis: A musical scene. Jessie's in denial about her feelings. "I Won't Say" by Eric R. Umali SCENE: 3 PM at Rockport High. JESSIE is at her locker, getting ready to leave. Two of her FRIENDS stand nearby, and the three girls are gabbing. FRIEND #1: So, Jessie-- who are you taking to the dance? FRIEND #2: As if we didn't know. (they giggle) JESSIE: And what is _that_ supposed to mean? FRIEND #2: Oh, please. FRIEND #1: As if there isn't a single person in this school who doesn't know you're in love. JESSIE: With who? The girls both turn down the hall and point at the blonde teenager in the black shirt packing his books. You've got to be kidding me. Jonny? He's my best friend! FRIEND #1: Yeah, and...? JESSIE: And nothing! FRIEND #2: Yep, she's got it bad. FRIEND #1: Mmm-hmm. JESSIE: You two are seriously deluded. She shuts her locker. Just drop it, all right? I'm going to go catch a ride with my _friend_ and go home. I'll call you later. JESSIE turns and starts walking down the hall. Lights dim around her, and the world drops away, leaving her alone with her thoughts. JESSIE (singing quietly, softly) If there's a prize for rotten judgment I guess I've already won that No man is worth the aggravation (stronger) That's ancient history- been there, done that! A CHORUS starts behind her, lights come up on four women: JADE, MARIE METIER, DIANA CRUZ and NATASHA ROSTOVA. They represent Jessie's heart, while her words come more from her head. The CHORUS sings like one of the great R&B girl groups. During the number, JESSIE keeps walking slowly towards the other end of the hallway. CHORUS: *Who'd'ya think you're kiddin' He's the Earth and heaven to you Try to keep it hidden Honey, we can see right through you Girl, ya can't conceal it We know how ya feel and Who you're thinking of * JESSIE: No chance, no way I won't say it, no, no CHORUS: *You swoon, you sigh why deny it, uh-oh!* JESSIE: It's too cliche I won't say I'm in love- I thought my heart had learned its lesson It feels so good when you start out My head is screaming get a grip, girl Unless you're dying to cry your heart out Oh- CHORUS: *You keep on denying Who you are and how you're feeling Baby, we're not buying Hon, we saw ya hit the ceiling Face it like a grown up When ya gonna own up That ya got, got got it bad * JESSIE: No chance, no way I won't say it, no, no CHORUS: *Give up, give in Check the grin you're in love* JESSIE: This scene won't play, I won't say I'm in love CHORUS: *You're doin' flips read our lips You're in love* JESSIE: You're way off base I won't say it Get off my case I won't say it CHORUS: *Girl, don't be proud It's O.K. you're in love Oh-* JESSIE reaches the other end of the hall. JONNY is standing right in front of her, all smiles. JONNY: All set to go, Jess? JESSIE: Lead the way. (quiet and soft again) At least out loud, I won't say I'm in love... CHORUS: *Sha la la la la la la- ahhh-* THE END. "I Won't Say (I'm In Love)" from Disney's "Hercules" Music: (the incomparable) Alan Menken Lyrics: David Zippel Vocals: Susan Egan (Meg, Jessie's part) Cheryl Freeman, LaChanze, Vaneese Thomas,and Lillias White (The Muses, the Chorus part) © 1997 Eric R. Umali
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