Thats pretty funny isnt it? The real killer is out there probably killing more people! (pause) Do you play an instrument? So, no, I dont accept your apology, and I never will. Does he make your kids happy? If you're exploring their voice as you write, don't explore it in a long and important monologue, explore it elsewhere in the script. My mom has apologized for my dad leaving hundreds of times. I tried diving headfirst into a pool that was 4 feet deep. Adopts a more serious sexy tone.) I wonder and I wonder, and I know that you say its just my imagination. Too Trump! Genre: Dramatic. I cant handle the sight of blood. Yes, ice-cold crystal-clear water for the whole country! And if Im being honest, the bad things outweigh the good. That sounds great. Every single aspect of it. Genre: Comedic. (Starts speaking in a British accent.) I mean look at what I have. Everything has been taken from a book I read. Third Place Winner! When people see the scars or the blotches, I freeze. The Lion King 15. We would pray to YOU. Atom Bomb Disease rolls off the tongue better. Ill meet you at the movie theatre at 7. Who else is go oh, its just gonna be us? Well, Im here now, Allison. Thats over. By: Alexander S., Los Angeles, CA, Age 15 Gender: Any Genre: Dramatic Description: A person discovers a love of reading during a power outage. I guess we dont have to talk about it anymore, but please dont stop. Wait a sec. An extended metaphor is basically a single metaphor that is stretched throughout the whole work. (beat) Oh, thank God, the wishbone worked! The only thing I can do now is go home, because I cant stay here. Whoosh! But if I only ate one slice of pizza, thats only 300 calories. So, you go ahead and do what you gotta do. (Puts picture away.) So, turns out my mum wasnt so happy about all of this, and she went looking the whole world over for me. When I got my first iPhone, I spent days glued to the screen. Its fine. I think Im going to have a heart attack. You are the one. I shouldnt ask for more. Eventually, I got up and ran back home. How did you not question it when I cut my hair super short, or when I would talk about LGBTQ+ issues which was A LOT. The Emperor's New Groove 2. Well, I just happened to be in the booth cheering on my sister contestants. Sometimes I feel like the only one in the whole class who has problems with learning. Billionaires are attractive at any age. He wouldnt have left me. For all humans. Jon Scieszka, A key barometer of the literary climate. Unless ya whip it outta em. Yeah, Im in high school. I was just minding my own business. Youre gonna aaaand you fell. Im so nervous, what if I suck? Wed probably run into some college kids playing basketball, and Id definitely get hit with the ball. Its not that I dont like the light, you just think differently in the dark. The mask even moves when you talk. We have been through thick and thin, (and angel hair) fighting our adversaries and overcoming hurdle after hurdle. Oh! Yes, they make me do all that. There are some things that Ive seen happen in the ocean that would normally scar you for life. Do a backflip? And lets not forget about the leg warmers! (Turns back to the phone and walks away) You have got to be kidding. That I still havent figured that out yet. Just six little seeds. Maybe if I fold some cranes, all my struggles would be solved (laughs). I heard a beep and frantically tried to run away, but I wasnt fast enough. Love, Jack (Grabs paper folds it up, and puts it in an envelope), First Place Winner! But he wont believe that everyone says that. She's looking for a safe place to land so she goes home, which turns out to be a fool's errand. I see me. The lyrics are significant because Aladdin is disguised as a prince. Leslie? By: Hedy Z., Texas, USA, Age 17 Description: A utensil in a kitchen drawer has an identity crisis. Not a single word! No one will ever hear it. (pause) Mom, I will not wave at the camera, I have a reputation to uphold. Become a McSweeneys Internet Tendency patron today, Short Essays on Favorite Songs, Inspired by Nick Hornbys. Rule #2 Never tell your mom anything that I do. I talked to her. I would start screaming too, until I saw the can of spaghetti sauce on the counter and realize it was a joke, and she would laugh so hard that she would fall down. Im trying. One time, we pretended to be in Atlantis, beneath the sea. That is the basic questions you ask your husbands parents, right? Like when the teacher announces to the whole class that you got a frowny face on your chart for the day. Im failing all of my classes and I drop out of school to become a sign spinner outside of KFC. I know him being in jail far away from you must be hard. I still hated disco, but I didnt mind it as much in that moment. One minute theyre all like aww whos a good boy, who wants a doggy ice cream treat, do you want a belly rub, or a head scratch? By: Sami Taylor, Age 15, Austin, TX, USA Description: A teen running for Student Council President delivers a terrible campaign speech. But right now, its our time to live, and not our time to melt yet. I remember the way she laughed often and easily, her voice a chime of happiness. Even if you are born of certain parents, you dont have to turn out like them because you are different. We havent talked in a long while. Cleaning chocolate poo is not in the elf job description! I was on holiday with my family. I just trying to protect him, you know. Not loud at first, but then there was a slam against the wall and there was silence for a moment. What? Remember, Im the boss around here! This was simply a scientific study. Oh, thats right. Maybe its an art to not care. Are you there? I tried to mow the lawn, but I think I messed up and the lawnmower doesnt work anymore. Maybe I just need glasses. All I wanted was to be open with you and become who I really am. You know what, forget about it! Matter fact nah, I dont wanna hear it. (Pause) All right dont say I didnt warn you. [4] "A Whole New World" also won the Grammy Awards for Best Song Written Specifically for a Motion Picture or for Television at the 36th Annual Grammy Awards, as well as Song of the Year, the only Disney song to do so (as of 2023). Second Place Winner By: Yulianis Pesante Quinones, Age 14, Virginia, USA Gender: Any Genre: Dramatic Description: A teen reflects on the concept of darkness. For what? )Maybe we can come up with a compromise. And again, I say WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? Nothing changes but I try the best I can to put on a straight face and stay happy, never showing my true emotion. We, here at GoodLife have the solutions to all of lifes problems. A single version of the song was released that same year and was performed by American recording artists Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle. Thats why it hurt so much when you moved away. The moment I put my signature on that paper, I signed my life away. If I may, I recommend you get the beef wellington! First Place Winner! Well this is NOT a drill. Yep, no more pleasant Spring weather for everyone to enjoy. I do tons of great things. So many grim faces, so many doctors, so many treatments. Lady And The Tramp 13. I grew up hearing that, but I never looked at its true meaning until now. Without Milton, I would never have escaped to New York. Barb, how is Dave? This gives the listeners and readers a sense of falling through the sky, which is exactly what the lyrics say. (Texting.) We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back. What are you trying to do? The shirt is too tight, or too loose, or not the right colour, and the pants are too rigid, or too short, or too everything. In your next class period, you slip a piece of chewing gum in your mouth. Gender: Any Genre: Dramatic. Being scared saved my life. We used to sneak out of my window when it was clearly past our bedtime. Third Place Winner! Right away, dad offered to get out his old trumpet. Oh, why did I even sign up for this class? Im Olivia, the dance captain. All you have to do is turn princess Andromeda and Poseidons Sea serpent into stone. By: Henry Osher, Age 17, Connecticut, USA Description: Hero interrupts the Villains monologue Genre: Comedic. by This is further established by the earlier lines talking about the magic carpet that takes you on a ride in the sky. you guys are worse today than yesterday, and now I have to replace that window! Not even scuba gear can save us from the horrors of the ocean! You hear so much about college all your life, so you feel like a failure if you dont go. Wait. Listen up! By: Catherine Young, Age 12, Texas USA Description: A teenage girl explains why she hates Valentines Day while grocery shopping. All right, lets get one thing straight Mr. Brown. The one she kept hidden in an old toaster oven in the bottom cabinet. I want to be an astronaut so I can fly with a rocket at super high speeds vrrrooommm, vrrrooommm! Its kind of a long story. Ive been slacking really bad about recording what I ate every day. And I dont need that from you. Ive never gotten any recognition, so clearly, I must not be doing anything right. Youre gonna vote for me anyway. We werent given one by NASA. (Straightens up again) A lot of people think I went to space to explore the planets, but I was just trying to escape my old granny! Ok, where to start? Just because were different colors and we speak different languages, doesnt mean either of us is better than the other. Youre already on thin ice in this class so, you give pass him a piece while also giving him the stink-eye. (freezes in place) It seems to be working fine. Troll spit. (Hysterical laughter) Sorry? I wish I was scared of the dark. Think. (Reacting to yelling.) One good thingI have a pet. So it's a full life cycleand it's been the most extraordinary job in so many ways. Ultimate Grand Supreme is still yours. Is thatohmyohmyTAMALES! I mean some-(starts to tear up) my daughter was taken away from me and they did nothing to find her. (Looks around the room.) Bye. But I guess people just cant admit that someone looks better than they do. What luck! Maybe not in the way you think, but I work hard. I have a familyyes, its an evil crime family, but I also have a pet cat! Most people dont take teenagers seriously. You know, the kind of monster that records a fight rather than breaking it up? Melissa, how are your girls? Beyond the fact that Jasmine is the hottest cartoon character short of Jessica Rabbit, my favorite part of the movie was the music. I think this is the right way, but Im still scared. You dont watch TV? At the end of class, you remember you loaned the troll your pencil. Aladdin tells the story of an Arabian street urchin, Aladdin, who finds a magic lamp containing a genie. My self-esteem has gone down, and half of the time I dont even want to show up to school or be seen at a store or a mall. Of course, I didnt do it because its a computer. I think life just might be a fairytale! [Absently] Ah, but death is calling me back. He wasnt nice. Out of curiosity, I went to see what it was. (Tries again. I liked them at first until I looked through the lenses and realized they made my thighs look like swollen sausages, the kind they only sell in bulk at Costco. Its required to have it on. First Place Winner! Like, we would pretend we were dying, or possessed or something. Its lightning.yes, Im serious. (beat) Yeah, I do steal sometimes, but my brother gave me half of the jewels I have. These are all reasons I want to go out at night. Shes dead to me. First Place Winner! Dont worry, Linda. By: Elise H., Age 13, New Jersey, USA Description: A student with ADHD talks to her teacher about her struggles with learning. But I dont mind. But you would, wouldnt you? Mom, theres something I need to tell you. By: Audrey Robbins, Age 13, Florida USA From: Ontario, Canada Description: A monologue about girls struggling with social status Genre: Dramatic. Does he have a good job? I wish I could sleep, Im always tired in the morning, the nurses call me out for looking bleary. We all need to accept who we are, like that Miss Strawberry chic. Because I have to fit in to be enough. I used to be sort of an outcast and suddenly I had my first best friend! The only thing that understands me is the virtual world, and my family tries to take that from me. Sometimes I wonder if something has happened to you. I deserved it, didnt I? Second Place Winner! This fascination earned me the nickname Roach Girl after I caught a roach during class. Or when the lights are out and someone yells for your name, and youre black, and everyone is like where did you go, it so dark I cant see you. First Place Winner! Why cant you see me? It was the top of the 8th and the LG Twins led by four. What were my alternatives, officer? Those cups are worth 50 dollars each and Rob worked very hard so I could afford them. Oh no. By: Tessa Lassinger, Age 15, Washington, USA Description: An overachieving teen boasts about her involvements and dreams. No? I tried to warn her. Since then I have been able to cheat my way through school like the best of them. Great. (Pause, turns to the hero) My Mom wants to know if you want to come for dinner tomorrow night. By: Lauren H., Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, Age 16 Gender: Female Genre: Comedic Description: A teen expresses the frustrations of being vertically challenged. Hes typing!! I know that sounds selfish, I mean, I have everything. Ive always had a terrible vision. (pause) Because I dont know HOW to silence my phone. Third Place Winner! I always thought Sally's first honest acting moment was in the Shakespeare speech. Why is she shuffling through the papers so fast? And do you know the best part? (Slaps forehead again and makes irritated noise) Jeanine! I hurried to get out of the shop, and of course, I tripped and spilled the coffee all over the place. But you know what? My brother gets the whole day on the internet. (Beat.) He had you all fooled. Moms are always right. My computer has been speaking to me. What you dont know is that one fateful night I went to that bridge over the river of death, and instead of dropping my own life in there, I dropped the trappings of it. Gender: Any Genre: Dramatic, Excuse meexcuse me can I please use your phone? No! It bodes well to be a coward at a time like this. In fact, I think we should see other people. Theres another one! Love is like that. Most surprising of all though, people started whipping out their money to buy the tickets from ME. She stretched out her arms, and my arms barely made it through the mirror surface, but my mom pulled me out! Third Place Winner! Whenever I tell someone they look at me like Im an idiot and should be behind bars. See doesnt that sound scary to you? All right, class. I havent been outside my house in three days. We can do this another time. She got calls like this often even as far back as third grade. Sometimes I take out this picture and talk to her. I was lucky. (someone nearby speaks to her) Hold on. Third Place Winner! Oh- dear, thats too much. Class of 2020, I have something I need to say to you. Genre: Dramatic. Pretty soon I heard voices in their room. But for the earthy humans you realize how cruel this life can be, so you just do your best to get by. Ive heard you say sorry a million times. Like Im not trying my best when actually, Im trying even more than my best. I will be like Christopher Colombus or Francis Drake or like Magellan or whatever. The night birds are singing and the cicadas are humming along. You have no one to talk to. The first memory I have isnt happy or filled with laughter. By: Lisa Iordache-Stir, Age 13, California, USA Gender: Any Genre: Comedic Description:An employee explains why they were late to work. Am I not pretty? Thats when a you look nice seems to matter the most. Strike one, yelled the umpire, and everyone cheered. I dont know. John? Gender: Any Genre: Comedic. Goddess, Miss. Note: Misheard lyrics are from the song Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana. Ha! My door has a knob instead of a handle! After that I dont mind what you do. Before we left I looked back to the place I called home, and looked at the creek and the fields across from it, I turned back to our carrito and looked at the dirt road. By: Christopher Parker, Age 13, South Carolina USA Description: A teen explains the craziness of quarantine to a friend online. Please, dont make me go! I have three dogs, so if I accidentally left chocolate just laying around then my dogs might EAT IT. Oh, Im an hour early? I cant do this anymore. Its hard to have your own unique personality when you spend the majority of your day reading books. By: Cassie F Description: A girl with a skin condition acknowledges all her scars and learns to embrace them. What about a nice LONG walk? I gave him a little call the other day. I mean, what the falalala was he thinking? Barely. (sits on a tree stump) Why did I take this route? But I didnt have a friend. By: Oana Mustata, Age 11, Sibiu, Romania Description: A kid dreams of becoming an astronaut for the most fantastical reasons. This woman with crocs thing is getting old and I have to work tonight! No wait. Oh for the love of-I didnt say sit down! By: Sarah McCroan, Age 15, Georgia, USA Description: A young person struggles with the ugliness of the world. Sixth grade, the very first year I took the medicine, was the best year of school Ive ever had. Magazines will ship prior to release day. So, I realize that this life Ive chosen is disappointing and confusing to you. Shes making everyone sit back down. Well Im also going there to watch people get sunburns and then sell them GoodLife sunscreen and a promise of a better future. So, from now on I will call you Courage. Hmmm. When I look in the mirror today, I see the inside. Ok you know, that hurts. I put it on my bed. Last night it was going to be her or him, and I chose her. That place was crazy; it was like a 24/7 dogfight. Hey! I could smell the pizza in the air, and I couldnt help but smile when the Twins hit a bomb to center field earlier in the game. (beat) (disappointed) Oh, I understand, it is too big (selling again, inspired, excited) I still think you should do it, Mr. President. * Sales figures based on certification alone.^ Shipments figures based on certification alone. Eventually, I repaired all my friendships, so nothing was lost on my reflections havoc. And what do teenagers need? Oh, right okay! My family is great, but I feel I dont belong. EARTH TO JASON. I dont regret my choices. By: Luis H., Age 14, Illinois, USA Description: A student interrupts the pledge to question what it means. For almost a decade, our company has held the largest market share for pasta in the world. He said he still loved me, he just didnt want to be tied down anymore and mom, I respect that and were still friends. If I was confident I could just stand on that stage and nail it, but Im not. Other than to change your name. And this is one of those times. Theyre also the reasons I walk against the flow of traffic, why I carry pepper spray in my pocket, and text my friends my location every time I go on a date. Yes, mom I know, I was there and you werent. (In a very nerdy way) Statistics show that the easiest way to get someone to like you is to be popular. I can still see it. But what do I say? I dont like disco. How can she do that? Listen, Im not giving you any more than 2%. We gave out Valentines day candy, and I went into everyones bag and ate everything. I am the only one who passed? Ya have da right to dig for me treasure. Why dont you just call the police then? Sometimes it really sucks to have siblings who are ten years older than you, never getting to play with them, never having someone there when you need them. You never changed, you were a patient listener, my courageous sidekick in every battle, and my trusted confidant. Just listen. So, if you do want a job here you will have to make an oath that you will never step foot in a Bath and Body Works ever again. Im never going to be a dancer; Im never going to do the only thing that I was meant to do. Youve thought so much that the big black blanket is now suffocating you. I ran and caught her hand as she was falling and tried to pull her up. Here we go again. My mom and I are doing great, just me and her, and a part of me is glad my father left. By: Xavier Johnson, Age 17, Pennsylvania, USA Description: Jessica struggles with depression and shares how difficult it is to get through the day. It would be the greatest thing ever to happen in your country. I mean I get that its symbolic. You cant be sleeping in class! Your response still lingers in my mind, your smile. Right here on this bench, as you watch me feed these hungry little pigeons, I want to change your life, by sharing mine with you. I ate 700 calories worth of pancakes. Most of the time. Youve got to be kidding me. I could never figure out the reason for it. Before you know it its the end of senior year. Happiness, that ends up dead on the side of the road. (Pause) When I look around and realize that the world hasnt come to an end yet and the buildings around me are still standing and people are still living, thats what I realize what I have to do: get out of bed, throw away the crumbled junk food wrappers along with the tear-soaked tissues, and put on my best clothes and go out and live. For years now Ive played the lottery. When humans were created, I snuck some things of my own into that pot. This is the worse day of my life, for real this time. Everyone tells me Ill be fine. We all exist from the moment we come into life thats just how it is, its like a chore. Apparently my emo little sister left her hair color stuff in the shower, cause my hair was bright green when I took the towel off. I guess I will see you soon. I was going to be a movie star! One time at fifth grade field day, I cut holes in my potato sack to win the race. She is talking to herself about all the things on her mind. Why cant they do the same for us? First Place Winner By: Lilly Johnson, Age 13, Missouri, USA Gender: Female Genre: Dramatic Description: A teenage surfer narrowly escapes a shark attack and it changes her view of the ocean forever. It all started because of fungus. Bridge bombing? You can specify conditions of storing and accessing cookies in your browser, A Whole New World From Disneys Aladdin. (pause) Mom, I am not asking them to help me silence my phone. How about this armchair here, the green velvet really compliments your eyes I remember the days when my eyes were that bright You look a little nervous dear. Im probably the prettiest woman on the whole planet. Dad, I wish you could have seen it! I got mama and grandma and grandpa who love me and support me. He secretly pictures a world where there is No one to tell us no or say were only dreaming. Now its grey. Nothing. Leslie! I dropped out of college because who needs a degree, right? She had lots of friends and took the Nicest Student award away from me in the fifth grade, and I was so angry that I squeezed glue in her cubby, which showed how nice I really was. *sigh* Okay, then. And Im not going anywhere. We've been up all night writing. Alive. Before you know it, everyone is asking where they can get a piece. He doesnt say much. If I gave up even one of them up, would I give up my chances of winning? Genre: Dramatic, Woman: (Starts to cry a little bit) I just dont get it. Because yes, the night holds good possibilities. Okay, Ill try to stay calm and explain. Oh, no I think theyre ripping through the sheets I put over the skyligh! Its garbage night. By: Genevieve B., Age 15, New Jersey, USA Description: A teen nervously reveals to his/her grandmother that he/she is gay. It was that kinda, doe-eyed, sloppy lie you tell when youve got cherry marmalade in your heart about a guy. First Place Winner! I gotta find my flashlight. By: Isabella Besly, Age 13, Texas USA Description: The protagonist is mad at their best friend and tries to give them the silent treatment. I just cant stay awake in your classyes, I think biology is interesting, especially DNA. By: Joy Seon, Age 12, Illinois, USA Description: A villain tries to persuade you that they are the good guy. He answers that he does not want money from people. Protected, (spelling), P-R-O-T-E-C-T-E-D. The more bullying happens to me the more I become depressed.

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