"Don't Dream It, Be It" is a song from theatrical and cinematographic productions of The Rocky Horror Show since 1973 to this day, including the 1975 original film, the 2015 tribute production celebrating 40 years, and the 2016 reimagining film. Music and lyrics were composed by Richard O'Brien back in 1972 while the original musical arrangements are from Richard Hartley.
This song is part of the medly "The Floor Show", along with "Rose Tint My World", and "Wild and Untamed Thing". This is not included in the 2010 Glee Cast Recording.
Lyrics (Original 1973)
Frank-N-Furter:
Whatever happened to Fay Wray?
That delicate satin draped frame
As it clung to her thigh, how I started to cry
Cause I wanted to be dressed just the same
Give yourself over to absolute pleasure
Swim the warm waters of sins of the flesh
Erotic nightmares beyond any measure
And sensual daydreams to treasure forever
Can't you just see it? Oh-oh-oh
Don't dream it, be it
Frank-N-Furter, Columbia, Rocky, Brad, and Janet:
Don't dream it, be it
Don't dream it, be it
Frank-N-Furter, Columbia, Rocky, Brad, and Janet (Dr. Scott):
Don't dream it (We've got to get out of this trap), be it
(Before this decadence) Don't dream it (Saps our wills), be it
(I've got to be strong) Don't dream it (And try to hang on), be it
(Or else my mind) Don't dream it (May well snap), be it
(Und my life will be lived) Don't dream it (For the thrills...), be it
Don't dream it, be it
Brad:
It's beyond me, help me Mommy
Janet:
God bless Lily St. Cyr...