Prince Ali Lyrics: 3 Aladdin Versions Compared

A royal entrance, a booming parade, and one unforgettable Genie moment- that’s what makes “Prince Ali” such a standout from Aladdin.

In this blog on Prince Ali lyrics, you’ll find the song across three popular versions: the original animated performance by Robin Williams, the live-action version by Will Smith, and the Broadway adaptation.

Each one brings its own rhythm, humor, and stage-worthy flair, making the lyrics fun to revisit whether you love the classic movie, the modern remake, or the theatrical version.

“Prince Ali” By Robin Williams

Robin Williams’ version is the classic one many fans remember first. It is packed with quick jokes, bold voice work, and the Genie’s fun personality.

Song Overview

Lyrics of “Prince Ali” By Robin Williams

[ENSEMBLE]
Make way for Prince Ali
Say hey! It’s Prince Ali

[GENIE]
Hey, clear the way in the old bazaar
Hey, you! Let us through, it’s a bright new star
Oh, come be the first on your block to meet his eye
Make way, here he comes, ring bells, bang the drums!
Oh, you’re gonna love this guy!

Prince Ali, fabulous he, Ali Ababwa
Genuflect, show some respect
Down on one knee
Now, try your best to stay calm
Brush up your Sunday salaam
Then come and meet his spectacular coterie
Prince Ali, mighty is he, Ali Ababwa
Strong as ten regular men, definitely

(spoken)
He faced the galloping hordes!

(sung)
A hundred bad guys with swords
Who sent those goons to their lords?

[GENIE AND ENSEMBLE]
Why, Prince Ali!

[MEN]
He’s got seventy-five golden camels

[GENIE, spoken]
Don’t they look lovely, June?

[WOMEN]
Purple peacocks, he’s got fifty-three

[GENIE, spoken]
Fabulous Harry, I love the feathers

(sung)
When it comes to exotic-type mammals
Has he got a zoo? I’m telling you

[GENIE AND ENSEMBLE]
It’s a world-class menagerie

[GENIE, HAREM GIRLS]
Prince Ali, handsome is he (There’s no question, this Ali’s alluring)
Ali Ababwa (Never ordinary, never boring)
That physique! How can I speak?
Weak at the knee (Everything about the man just plain impresses)
Well, get on out in that square (He’s a winner, he’s a wiz, a wonder)
Adjust your veil and prepare (He’s about to pull my heart asunder)
To gawk and grovel and stare at Prince Ali (And I absolutely love the way he dresses)

[ENSEMBLE]
He’s got ninety-five white Persian monkeys
(He’s got the monkeys, let’s see the monkeys)
And to view them, he charges no fee
(He’s generous, so generous)
He’s got slaves, he’s got servants and flunkies
(Proud to work for him!)
They bow to his whim, love serving him
They’re just lousy with loyalty to Ali, Prince Ali

[GENIE AND ENSEMBLE]
Prince Ali, amorous he, Ali Ababwa

[GENIE]
Heard your princess was a sight lovely to see!
And that, good people, is why
He got dolled up and dropped by

[ENSEMBLE]
With sixty elephants, llamas galore
With his bears and lions, a brass band and more
With his forty fakirs, his cooks, his bakers
His birds that warble on key
Make way for Prince Ali!

Prince Ali by Will Smith

Will Smith’s version gives the song a newer and more stylish feel. It retains the main excitement of the scene while adding a smoother, more modern touch.

Song Overview

Lyrics of “Prince Ali” By Will Smith

[GUARDS]
Make way for Prince Ali

[GUARDS & FEMALE DANCERS]
Say hey, it’s Prince Ali

[GENIE]
Hey! Clear the way in the old bazaar
Hey you! Let us through!
It’s a brand new star!
Oh come, be the first on your block to meet his eye!

Make way! Here he comes!
Ring bells! Bang the drums!
You’re gonna love this guy

Prince Ali! Fabulous he!
Ali Ababwa
Show some respect, boy, genuflect, down on one knee

[ENSEMBLE]
Ohhh

[GENIE]
Now, try your best to stay calm
Brush up your Friday salaam
Then come and meet his spectacular coterie
Prince Ali, mighty is he
Ali Ababwa
Strong as ten regular men, definitely
He’s faced the galloping hordes
A hundred bad guys with swords
Who sent those goons to their lords?

[GENIE & ENSEMBLE]
Why, Prince Ali

[GENIE]
Fellas, he’s got

[MEN]
He’s got seventy-five golden camels

[GENIE]
Woo, uh-huh, now the ladies, what he got?

[WOMEN]
Purple peacocks, he’s got fifty-three

[GENIE]
Uh-huh, uh-huh, uh-huh
When it comes to exotic-type mammals, everybody help me out

[ENSEMBLE]
He’s got a zoo
I’m telling you

[GENIE i& ENSEMBLE]
It’s a world-class menagerie

[GENIE & WOMEN]
Prince Ali, handsome is he
There’s no question this Ali’s alluring
Ali Ababwa
Never ordinary, never boring
That physique!
Everything about that man
How can I speak, weak at my knees
Just plain impresses
You yummy boy
So, get on out in that square
He’s a winner, he’s a whiz, a wonder
Adjust your veil and prepare
He’s about to pull my heart asunder
To gawk and grovel and stare at Prince Ali, oops
And I absolutely love the way he dresses

[ENSEMBLE]
He’s got ninety-five white Persian monkeys

[GENIE]
He got the monkeys, a bunch of monkeys

[ENSEMBLE]
And to view them he charges no fee

[WOMEN]
He’s generous, so generous

[ENSEMBLE]
He’s got 10,000 servants and flunkies
Proud to work for him
They bow to his whim, love serving him
They’re just lousy with loyalty to Ali
Prince Ali
Prince Aaa-

[GENIE]
We waitin’ for you
We’re not going ’til you go
You can do it
There it is

[ENSEMBLE & GENIE]
Prince Ali
Amorous he! Ali Ababwa

[GENIE]
Heard your princess was hot, where is she?
And that, good people, is why he got all cute and dropped by

[ENSEMBLE, GENIE, Both]
With sixty elephants, llamas galore (For real!?)
With his bears and lions a brass band and more (What?)
With his forty fakirs (Oh!) his cooks, his bakers (Oh!)
His birds that warble on key (Oh!)
Make way for Prince Ali!

Prince Ali by Broadway Cast

The Broadway version is made to feel grand on stage. With live vocals, group performance, and theatre-style energy, it brings a different charm to the song.

Song Overview

Lyrics of “Prince Ali” By Broadway Cast

[KASSIM]
Hail, your attention I crave
Oh ye people of Agrabah
This is your lucky day

[OMAR]
Hail, high and low, great and small
Lucky people of Agrabah
Someone’s coming to call
Take it away Babkak

[BABKAK]
Someone who tamed the Cyclops
Then fought forty thieves single hand
He’s richer than Croesus
He goes where he pleases
And this time he’s chosen your land

[BABKAK, OMAR AND KASSIM]
So here he is now with his band

[ENSEMBLE]
Make way for Prince Ali
Say hey! Hey! Hey!
For Prince Ali
Say hey!

[GENIE]
Hey! Clear the way in the old bazaar
Hey you! Let us through!
It’s a bright new star! Oh
Come! Be the first on your block
To meet his eye!

Make way
Here he comes!
Ring bells! Bang the drums!
Are you gonna love this guy!
Make Way! (Make Way!)
Make Way! (Make Way!)
Make Way!

Prince Ali! Fabulous he!
Ali Ababwa
Genuflect, show some respect
Down on one knee!
Now, try your best to stay calm
Brush up your Sunday salaam
Then come and meet his spectacular coterie

Prince Ali!
Mighty is he!
Ali Ababwa
Strong as ten regular men, definitely!
He once slew seventy Turks
Mustaches, sabres, real jerks!
Who gave those bad guys the works?

[ENSEMBLE]
Why, Prince Ali
Prince, Prince Ali
Prince Ali
Prince, Prince Ali
Prince Ali

[WOMAN]
He’s got seventy-five golden camels
Purple peacocks
He’s got fifty-three

[GENIE]
When it comes to exotic-type mammals
Has he got a zoo?
I’m telling you
It’s a world-class menagerie

Wow!
Prince Ali! Wonderful he
Ali Ababwa
He’s essayed quite a parade
For you to see
So get on out in that street
Got someone I wantcha to meet
Come on, start kissing the feet
Of Prince Ali!

Sing hey, hey!
Hey, hey!
Hey to Prince Ali
Sing hey, hey!
Hey, hey!
Hey to Prince Ali

Sounding good fellas
Hit me one more time
Over the top

There’s no question this Ali’s impressive
Though his entourage may be excessive
All those elephants at once can quite unnerve one
Still, the guy gives a parade new meaning
And the sight of all those peacocks preening
He’s a prince without a peer
And we deserve one!

There’s no question this Ali’s alluring
Never ordinary!
Never boring!
Everything about the man just plain impresses
He’s a winner, he’s a whizz
A Wonder!
He’s about to pull my heart asunder
And I absolutely love the way he dresses

He’s got ninety-five white Persian monkeys
(He’s got the monkey’s, lets see the monkeys)
And to view them he charges no fee
(He’s generous, so generous)
He’s got slaves, he’s got servants and flunkies
(Proud to work for him)
They bow to his whim
(Love serving him)
They’re just lousy with loyalty to Ali!
Prince Ali!

Prince Ali!
Amorous he!
Ali Ababwa

Heard your Princess was a sight
Lovely to see
And that, good people, is why
He got dolled up and dropped by
With sixty elephants, llama’s galore
With his bears and lions
A brass band and more
With his forty fakirs
His cooks, his bakers
His birds that warble on key
Make way for Prince Ali! (Prince Ali)
Say hey to Prince Ali! (Prince Ali)
Say hey, hey, hey to Prince Ali!

Why is “Prince Ali” Such an Iconic Aladdin Song?

What makes “Prince Ali” stand out is how each version brings the same big moment to life in a slightly different way.

The Robin Williams version feels playful and quick, the Will Smith version feels smoother and more modern, and the Broadway version feels fuller because of the live stage energy.

Across all three, the song still does the same important job. It presents Aladdin as a grand prince, while the audience knows he is pretending to be someone else.

That contrast makes the song more fun to watch and listen to. Everyone in Agrabah is impressed by the image being shown, but underneath all the celebration, Aladdin is still unsure about who he is trying to become.

The mix of comedy, charm, music, and hidden truth is what keeps “Prince Ali” memorable in every version.

If You Like “Prince Ali,” Listen to These Songs

Looking for tracks that carry a comparable sense of excitement, theatrical flair, and storytelling? These songs are great places to start.

1. “Friend Like Me” by Robin Williams

Another Standout Aladdin Number Filled with Humor, Rapid-Fire Lyrics, and Playful Character Work. It shares the same energetic spirit that makes “Prince Ali” so Enjoyable.

2. “Be Our Guest” by Angela Lansbury and Cast

This Disney classic turns a simple welcome into a lively musical celebration. The grand presentation and upbeat atmosphere feel very similar.

3. “Gaston” by Richard White and Jesse Corti

Packed with comedy and exaggerated praise, this song captures the same larger-than-life style found in “Prince Ali.”

4. “King of New York” by Newsies Cast

A Broadway favorite featuring big ensemble vocals, excitement, and a celebratory tone from beginning to end.

5. “One Jump Ahead” by Brad Kane

Another song from Aladdin that showcases character-driven storytelling and a fun, fast-moving rhythm.

Wrapping it Up

To sum it up, “Prince Ali” is not just a fun song from Aladdin; it is a big part of how the story shows Aladdin’s new identity, the Genie’s magic, and the excitement around his royal arrival.

Each version adds its own flavor, from Robin Williams’ classic energy to Will Smith’s modern style and the Broadway cast’s stage presence.

Looking at the lyrics, song details, and differences between all three versions makes it easier to see why this track still feels special to so many fans.