The Real Reason Timon and Pumbaa Didn't Sing "Can You Feel the Love Tonight"

Did you know that lovable losers Timon and Pumbaa were originally slated to sing "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" in Disney's "The Lion King?" Voice of Pumbaa Ernie Sabella explains what led to a creative shift by songwriter Elton John. Disney's "The Lion King" comes to Blu-Ray on August 29th, 2017.

Dec 20, 2018

The Lion King

The Lion King

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83

G 1 hr 29 minJun 12th, 1994Drama, Family, Animation

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