Understudy Buddy

(Hey, it's Brooke, leave a message)

Hey, Brooke, just calling to say

I'm so sorry your best friend tried to ruin the play

You looked spooked about that phantom thing

So thought I'd give you a ring to brighten your day

Just because I'm, like, a really good friend

And I care about you, Brooke

So don't take this the wrong way, I don't mean to offend

But if you feel as bad as you look, then

Take your time, don't rush back

I can cover Esmerelda's track while you're gone

And I'll send you good vibes while I take the lead, haha, literally

Just kidding

Don't worry, Brooke, I can handle it

And every night, I'll say a prayer and keep a candle lit for you

Your cover's got it covered so take all the time you need

Like a week, or a month, or a year

Or the rest of your life

Just kidding

Hi, Ms. Walker, tough rehearsal, huh?

(Oh, Tina, I just don't know what to do)

I know, Brooke's just not cutting it

Don't worry, I'm ready to take over

(No, Tina, it's Brooke's part, Brooke is Esmerelda and you are the understudy)

(And it's not her fault that someone is disturbing rehearsals)

But Ms. Walker (No, Tina, now, where's Zeke?)

Hey, Brooke, hope you're doing fine

Figured I'd drop a line, not literally, 'cause I totally know all your lines

How you feeling, Brooke?

The rumor backstage is

You're super contagious

Or injured your spine? I don't know

Well, hope you're getting some rest

It breaks my heart that you're not well, you know

'Cause I'm nice and pretty much the best

Which is why I should probably be the one to tell you

Take your time, you looked awful

You need sleep, stay home and have a waffle or two

Let me know if I should tell Ms. Walker you quit

No one would blame you a bit

No need to say "thank you," the advice is free

Besides, I know you'd do the same for me, and more

'Cause hey, what's an understudy buddy for?

Hi, Ms. Walker (No, Tina)

I am so ready (No, Tina)

But (No, Tina)

But seriously

Take your time, watch your back

I mean don't rush back

I mean you know what?

Don't come back, like at all

I'm sure they'll do another play next fall

But if you care about this show, don't come back, you're not ready

Stay in bed with your teddy

Brooke, I'll miss you, I really will

'Cause yours are literally really big shoes to fill

No offense

Not to mention so last year, and kinda sweaty

So since you're feeling unsteady

And I know you have the play's best interests at heart

Let me do you a favor and take your part

And if I stink as your stand-in for the phantom's lover

At least no one's gonna judge ya, Brooke, by your cover

But I'll be great, of course, to make you proud

And I vow to think of you each night, when I bow to the crowd

And I'm wowed by just how darn loud they roar

'Cause hey, what's an understudy buddy for?

Oh, by the way, this is Tina, goodbye