Cookie Monster Covers Chappell Roan's 'Hot to Go!' in Potty-Training Anthem

When Pop Music Meets Preschool Education

Sesame Street has always been a master at turning music into education — but rarely has it done so with such cheeky creativity. In a new video released by the iconic children's show, they've taken Chappell Roan's “Hot to Go!” and reimagined it as a potty-training anthem called “Got to Go,” featuring lead vocals from none other than Cookie Monster himself.

It's a note-for-note recreation that even includes guest appearances from Elmo and Abby Cadabby, delivering the song's signature chant in their own distinctive voices. But here's where it gets interesting: instead of the usual hand gestures spelling out the title, we get singing letters spelling out POTTY — which is just as educational, if not more so.

"This isn't just about teaching kids how to use the potty; it's about making them feel confident and excited about the process," said one parent who watched the video with her toddler. "It's clever, playful, and totally engaging."

Cookie Monster's signature broken English adds a layer of charm that's both endearing and hilarious:

"Stop and listen to me body / It's saying that it's time for potty,
There's a growing feeling in my tummy, that me gotta go pee, me gotta go pee…
There they go again, now me legs are grooving / There might be a mess if me don't get movin'..."

And the whole thing is kicked off by talking numbers one and two, setting the stage for an educational journey through early childhood development.

A Legacy of Musical Innovation

This isn't the first time Sesame Street has pulled off such a creative transformation. Over its half-century history, the show has welcomed a wide array of musical legends, from Stevie Wonder's iconic performance in the '70s to Tony Bennett's moon-themed adaptation of "Fly Me to the Moon." Even opera star Marilyn Horne took on the role of singing “C Is for Cookie” in an elaborate mock-Egyptian set — all while wearing a tiara adorned with a bouncing cookie.

What makes this latest effort so compelling is its perfect balance between reverence and irreverence. The original song by Chappell Roan, a hit that was already known for its catchy hook and empowering lyrics, is given new life through a child-friendly lens without losing its musical integrity.

The Power of Adaptation

Chappell Roan's team didn't comment on the adaptation, but their silence speaks volumes. The decision to allow the use of their song — especially in such a playful and imaginative way — is itself a statement about music's power to transcend age groups and contexts.

For fans of the original track, it's like hearing a beloved song reimagined by a different artist. For parents and educators, it's an innovative teaching tool that makes learning fun and engaging. And for Sesame Street, it's another testament to how far-reaching and adaptable their brand can be.

A New Era of Educational Content

As the digital landscape evolves, so does the way children consume educational content. This adaptation of Chappell Roan's work into a potty-training anthem shows how creative reuse can breathe new life into familiar songs and ideas. It's a reminder that sometimes the most profound learning happens in the most unexpected places — like inside a colorful cartoon kitchen with Cookie Monster leading the charge.

With this latest collaboration, Sesame Street continues to prove that the best entertainment is also the best education — whether you're five years old or fifty.