The Understudy Lyrics – Emei | Steps
Read the full The Understudy lyrics by Emei from the album Steps along with the music video, song credits, release information and other details about the song.
[Verse 1]
Paint a picture
It'll last longer
[Now I] (??) whisper
(??)
[Pre-Chorus]
Ooh, it's not in the wrong world
Ooh, you bet on the wrong horse
It's my turn
[Chorus]
Who is she? I am her
Your favorite nobody
Stuck in the understudy, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Who is she? I am her
Your little (??) copy
Stuck in the understudy, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
[Verse 2]
I know shadows
Lonely
[outdoors] (??)
Growing a bad bone
Chain my shoes for my survival
Here comes my arrival
[Pre-Chorus]
Ooh, it's not in the wrong world
Ooh, you bet on the wrong horse
It's my turn
[Chorus]
Who is she? I am her
Your favorite nobody
Stuck in the understudy, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Who is she? I am her
Your little (??) copy
Stuck in the understudy, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
[Outro]
Study, understudy, oh no
Study, understudy, oh no
Study, understudy, oh no
Your favorite nobody
Stuck in the understudy
About This Song
"The Understudy" is an original song performed by Emei for the upcoming Netflix animated musical comedy Steps (a Cinderella spin-off starring Ali Wong, Amanda Seyfried, and Bette Midler).
Justin Tranter described the track as an "underdog anthem," written specifically for the character Lilith (voiced by Ali Wong), Cinderella’s gothic and misunderstood stepsister.
Emei noted that the song is packed with theater lingo that appealed to the "baby theater kid" inside her. She also teased that the scream at the tail end of the song is "by FAR my favorite thing I've sung into a mic" and ended her announcement with "LILITH 5EVER!"
The Understudy Song Credits & Production Details
| Song Title | The Understudy |
| Album | Steps |
| Singer(s) | Emei |
| Musician(s) | Justin Tranter, Ryland Blackinton & Russ Chell |
| Lyricist(s) | Emei, Justin Tranter, Ryland Blackinton & Russ Chell |
| Release Date | November 20, 2026 |
| Label | Netflix Music, LLC, Nice Life Recording Co. & Atlantic Records |
| Copyright © | Netflix Music & LLC |
| Language | English |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of the song 'The Understudy'?
The song 'The Understudy' is sung by Emei.
Who wrote the song 'The Understudy'?
The song 'The Understudy' is written by Emei, Justin Tranter, Ryland Blackinton and Russ Chell.
Who produced the music for the song 'The Understudy'?
Music of the song 'The Understudy' is produced by Justin Tranter, Ryland Blackinton and Russ Chell.
When was the song 'The Understudy' officially released?
The song 'The Understudy' is officially released on November 20, 2026, accompanied by its official music video.
What album is the song 'The Understudy' from?
The song 'The Understudy' is from the album titled 'Steps'.
Which record label released the song 'The Understudy'?
The song 'The Understudy' is associated with the record labels Netflix Music, LLC, Nice Life Recording Co. and Atlantic Records.
Who owns the copyright of the song 'The Understudy'?
Netflix Music and LLC own the copyright of the song 'The Understudy'.
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