The Original Broadway Cast of Mean Girls brought the popular film to life on stage with energy and strong vocals.
The cast featured talents like Erika Henningsen, Taylor Louderman, and Ashley Park, whose performances were praised for their power and personality. The cast recording, released in 2018, climbed to No. 2 on the Billboard Cast Albums chart.
The musical earned multiple Tony Award nominations, including Best Original Score, recognizing the cast’s vocal and musical success.
Their lively performances and catchy songs helped make Mean Girls a hit on Broadway.
About the Song
The fun and bold song “Meet the Plastics” is from Mean Girls: The Musical. It introduces the main clique at school with catchy music and sharp lyrics.
The song is lively and full of attitude. It’s one of the most popular tracks from the show.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Released | May 18, 2018 |
| Album | Mean Girls (Original Broadway Cast Recording) (2018) |
| Writers | Nell Benjamin |
| Producers | Mary-Mitchell Campbell, Stuart Thompson, Sonia Friedman, Nell Benjamin, Jeff Richmond, Lorne Michaels, and Tina Fey |
Lyrics of Meet the Plastics
CADY, spoken
Woah. Who is at that table there?
DAMIAN, spoken
Don’t look at them, just don’t!
DAMIAN, sung
We call those three “The Plastics”
They’re shiny, fake, and hard
JANIS
They play their little mind games
All around the schoolyard
DAMIAN
They might insult your clothing
Or make fun of your name
JANIS
Like they mocked Jen Moorecock
‘Til she burst into flame
DAMIAN, spoken
And Ms. Moorecock was a teacher..
JANIS, spoken
Regina George is the queen bee. She’s always dressed up, she always wins Spring Fling Queen. We’re just drones who work for her, then die.
REGINA
My name is Regina George
And I am a massive deal
Fear me, love me
Stand and stare at me
And these, these are real
I’ve got money and looks
I am, like, drunk with power
This whole school
Humps my leg like a chihuahua
I’m the prettiest poison you’ve ever seen
I never weigh more than one-fifteen
My name is Regina George
And I am a massive deal
I don’t care who you are
I don’t care how you feel
JANIS, spoken
That’s Gretchen Wieners, she knows everything about everybody.
DAMIAN, spoken
That’s why her hair is so big, it’s full of secrets.
GRETCHEN
Yes, Regina
No, Regina
Every waking hour
I spend making sure Regina
George can stay in power
If Regina is the sun
Then I’m a disco ball
‘Cause I’m just as bright and fun
If you’ve had alcohol
I worm your secrets out of you
And bring them to my master
Then I watch Regina make your life a big disaster
DAMIAN, JANIS
Disaster!
GRETCHEN
Regina is the queen
But I’m the head of worker bees
As I am seated at her right hand
DAMIAN, GRETCHEN
Like a Jewish Princess Jesus
JANIS, spoken
That is Karen Smith:
The dumbest person you will ever meet
Damian, spoken
I once saw her put a “D” in the word “orange.”
KAREN, sung
My name is Karen
My hair is shiny
My teeth are perfect
My skirt is tiny
It barely covers
My perky hiney
My name is Karen
I may not be smart
KAREN, spoken
That’s it.
REGINA
Right
We never really do this
But how’d you like to
Have lunch with us this week?
CADY, spoken
Oh, it’s okay, I…
REGINA, sung
No, no need for you to thank us
There’s no need to even speak
GRETCHEN
You’re new and you don’t know things
You need good friends who can tell you what to think
See you here same time tomorrow
KAREN
On Wednesdays we wear pink
REGINA, GRETCHEN, KAREN
On Wednesdays we wear pink!
[All overlap]
REGINA
Here’s where you belong
Here’s where you belong
Here’s where you belong
Here’s where you belong
GRETCHEN
Yes, Regina
No, Regina
Every waking hour
I spend making sure Regina
George can stay in power
If Regina is the sun
Then I’m a disco ball
‘Cause I’m just as bright and fun
If you’ve had alcohol
KAREN
My name is Karen
My hair is shiny
My teeth are perfect
My skirt is tiny
REGINA, GRETCHEN, KAREN
Wear something nice and grab a tray
‘Cause we don’t do this every day
Say here’s where you belong
Say here’s where you belong
REGINA, spoken
No, really. Say it.
REGINA, GRETCHEN & KAREN (CADY)
Say
Here’s where you belong (Here’s where I belong)
GRETCHEN
Come sit with us tomorrow
It’ll be fetch!
Similar Songs Like Meet the Plastics
Here are some other songs from Mean Girls: The Musical that share its fun, bold style and sharp lyrics:
- Apex Predator: A fierce, fast-paced song about power and popularity, with catchy music and strong vocals, like Meet the Plastics.
- Revenge Party: Playful and full of energy, it captures teen drama and scheming, much like the fun tone of Meet the Plastics.
- Where Do You Belong?: A cheerful song that explains high school cliques, filled with humor and catchy tunes, similar to Meet the Plastics.
- Fearless: Upbeat and bold, this song highlights confidence and taking charge, sharing the same attitude as Meet the Plastics.
Similar Musicals Like Mean Girls: The Musical
Here’s a list of similar musicals filled with catchy songs, fun energy, and unforgettable performances:
- Legally Blonde: The Musical
Genres: Musical Theatre, Pop, Comedy
Top Albums: Legally Blonde: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) (2007), Legally Blonde: The Musical (MTI Edition) (2011) - Heathers: The Musical
Genres: Musical Theatre, Rock, Dark Comedy
Top Albums: Heathers: The Musical (World Premiere Cast Recording) (2014), Heathers: The Musical (Original West End Cast Recording) (2021) - Bring It On: The Musical
Genres: Musical Theatre, Hip-Hop, Pop
Top Albums: Bring It On: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) (2012) - Hairspray
Genres: Musical Theatre, Pop, R&B
Top Albums: Hairspray: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2002), Hairspray: Motion Picture Soundtrack (2007), Hairspray Live! (2016) - Be More Chill
Genres: Musical Theatre, Electronic Pop, Rock
Top Albums: Be More Chill: Original Cast Recording (2015), Be More Chill: Original Broadway Cast Recording (2019)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is “Meet the Plastics” in the Movie?
No, “Meet the Plastics” is only in the Mean Girls musical. It is not part of the original 2004 film.
Who are the Three Plastics in Mean Girls?
The three Plastics are Regina George, Gretchen Wieners, and Karen Smith, the most popular girls at North Shore High.
Who is the Nicest Plastic in Mean Girls?
Karen Smith is often seen as the nicest, known for her sweet, simple personality and fewer mean actions compared to the others.
