My Gym Partner's a Monkey Theme Song
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My Gym Partner’s A Monkey Theme Song And Lyrics

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Song TitleMy Gym Partner’s a Monkey Theme
CreatorsJulie McNally Cahill, Tim Cahill
VocalsNika Futterman (Adam), Tom Kenny (Jake)
NetworkCartoon Network
Original RunDec 26, 2005 – Nov 27, 2008
Main CharactersAdam Lyon, Jake Spidermonkey

My Gym Partner’s A Monkey Lyrics

I used to go to a human school where everyone was the same But now I go to an animal school cuz Lyon’s my last name My gym partner is a monkey! (Monkey, monkey, monkey!) My gym partner is a monkey! (Monkey, monkey, monkey!) Bullshark, porcupine, I don’t know what… Going to this school’s a pain in the— (What I was gonna say was neck!) Oh, well that’s okay then! My gym partner is a monkey! (Monkey, monkey, monkey!) My gym partner is a monkey! (Monkey, monkey, monkey!) My gym partner is a monkey! (Monkey, monkey, monkey!) My gym partner’s a monkey!

Official Opening Sequence

Behind the Lyrics: Meaning & Story

The My Gym Partner’s a Monkey theme song perfectly summarizes the show’s high-concept premise: a clerical error leads a human boy named Adam Lyon to be enrolled in Charles Darwin Middle School, a school exclusively for animals. The lyrics highlight Adam’s frustration and the absurdity of his situation, particularly his friendship with the chaotic Jake Spidermonkey.

The theme is famous for its “bait-and-switch” joke regarding the lyric “pain in the…”, which Adam quickly corrects to “neck” to keep the song kid-friendly. This witty writing was a staple of creators Julie McNally Cahill and Tim Cahill, who infused the show with a mix of slapstick and clever wordplay.

The voice cast features industry legends like Nika Futterman and Tom Kenny, whose energetic vocal performances during the theme set the tone for the wild, jungle-themed adventures that follow. Airing during the mid-to-late 2000s, the series remains a memorable part of Cartoon Network’s “City” and “Yes!” eras.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Adam have to go to an animal school?
Because his last name is “Lyon,” a clerical error mistook him for a lion, and he was transferred to Charles Darwin Middle School for animals.
Who are the main voice actors?
Nika Futterman voices Adam Lyon, and Tom Kenny voices Jake Spidermonkey.
How long did the show run?
The show aired for 4 seasons, starting in December 2005 and concluding in November 2008.
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