Eat Until You Die: A Disney Classic with a Deliciously Dark Twist

In the 1947 Disney film Fun and Fancy Free, Goofy and Donald embark on a hilarious adventure in the segment titled Mickey and the Beanstalk. During their journey, they encounter a magical harp that grants wishes, and Goofy, ever the glutton, makes a wish that reflects his deepest desire: to eat until he dies.

The resulting song, “Eat Until I Die” is a catchy tune with surprisingly dark lyrics. Goofy sings about his love for all things delicious, from turkey and lobster to sweet potato pie and pancakes piled high. He dreams of a world where he can indulge in his favorite foods without consequence, even if it means eating himself to death.

Donald, ever the voice of reason, tries to warn Goofy about the dangers of overindulgence, but his pleas fall on deaf ears. Goofy is determined to fulfill his wish, and he sings with gusto:

“I wanna eat and eat and eat and eat and eat until I die!”

The song’s dark humor is amplified by the animation, which shows Goofy growing increasingly larger as he consumes more and more food. His stomach expands to an enormous size, and he eventually becomes so full that he can barely move.

Despite the song’s morbid message, it’s ultimately a lighthearted and humorous affair. Goofy’s insatiable appetite and Donald’s exasperated reactions provide plenty of laughs for viewers of all ages.

However, “Eat Until I Die” also serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overindulgence. While it’s perfectly fine to enjoy our favorite foods it’s important to do so in moderation. Otherwise, we risk ending up like Goofy, with a belly full of regrets.

Here are some additional facts about “Eat Until I Die”:

• The music for the song is based on the Italian song “Funiculì, Funiculà”, composed in 1880 by Luigi Denza.
• The song was performed by Goofy (voiced by Pinto Colvig) and Donald Duck (voiced by Clarence Nash).
• “Eat Until I Die” has been featured in several other Disney productions, including House of Mouse and Disney Infinity: 2.0 Edition.

So next time you’re tempted to overindulge, remember Goofy’s cautionary tale and enjoy your food in moderation. After all, life is too short to spend it feeling stuffed and uncomfortable.