SMASH!

Smash! is a musical number featured in Bombshell sung by several aspiring actresses. It was originally written for the musical Heaven on Earth but was cut. Tom Levitt decided to recycle it for Karen Cartwright & Ivy Lynn (ensemble members). During the song the actresses try to get Darryl Zanuck to let them fill Marilyn's spot.

Lyrics
Aspiring Actress #1: You ask me, how far will I go You ask me what I wouldn't do For the sight of my name As if it fills every frame Yes, I want to be more than a flash

Aspiring Actress #2: I ask you, what lies should I tell I tell you I'm willing to learn So enroll me in school In your kidney-shaped pool In a two-piece I make quite a splash 'Cause I wanna be a smash

All Aspiring Actresses: Yes, I wanna be a hit and run 'Til I've won every heart

Aspiring Actress #2: Be a queen to each king or mechanic

All Aspiring Actresses: Plus you, Mr. Zanuck But first, mister You have to give me the part

I know all the tricks of the trade I've even invented a few

Aspiring Actress #1: Now your interest in mounting

Aspiring Actress #2: And soon we'll be counting The lights

Aspiring Actress #1: And the nights

All Aspiring Actresses: And the cash 'Cause I'm gonna be a smash! Yes, I'm gonna be a smash! Won't you help be a Smash!