"The Elegant Captain Hook" is a song from Disney's 1953 animated film, Peter Pan. It features Captain James Hook, Mr. Smee, and the Neverland Pirates praising Hook and attempting to get the Lost Boys and Darling children to join the crew.
The song was performed by Captain Hook's voice actor, the late Hans Conried; Mr. Smee's voice actor, the late Bill Thompson; and a chorus as the pirate crew.
Lyrics
Yo Ho, Yo Ho, Yo Ho, Yo Ho, Yo Ho
So, try the life of a thief
Just sample the life of a crook
There isn't a boy
Who won't enjoy
A-workin' for Captain Hook
The world's most famous crook
Crook, Crook, Crickety-Crockity-
Crickety-Crook
The Croc is after Captain-
As a special offer for today
I'll tell you what I'll do.
All those who sign without delay...
Will get a free tattoo.
Why, it's like money in the bank!
C'mon, join up, and I'll be frank:
Unless you do, you'll walk the plank!
The choice is up to you!
The choice is up to you!
Yo Ho, Yo Ho, Yo Ho, Yo Ho, Yo Ho
You'll love the life of a thief
You'll relish the life of a crook
There's barrels of fun enough for everyone!
And you'll get treasures by the ton
So come and sign the book
Join up with Captain Hook!
Other Appearances
- The song was featured on the film's soundtrack.
- An instrumental version is featured during the Halloween Screams firework show at Disney Parks.