Need an “Ugly” Song!!

Hello! I have a super specific and difficult question/request. In a month or so, I’ll be auditioning for a role in my school’s production of Annie (we’re a performing arts high school, so this is a bit bigger for me). I’ve been told I’m a pretty good actress, I usually play the “annoying/flamboyant/eccentric male” in shows, and I sing baritone. In Annie, I’d like to play the role of Rooster, Ms. Hannigan’s brother. I’m looking for a “loud” audition song that’s supposed to sound ugly (like the song “Easy Street”, which is from the musical). I’ve played roles we’re I’ve had to ugly-sing before (i.e.: Mr. Centipede in James and the Giant Peach), but I can’t find a good audition song. The only thing I can think of is to sing Post-Modern Jukebox version of Mr. Brightside in this transatlantic accent, but I don’t think that’s appropriate. Any help or suggestions? I know this is a weird request, but I’ll take anything at this point. :)

How is it any bigger for you than any other student auditioning for their HS show? (I'm really trying to wrap my head around that.) I don't have kids audtion for me for whom it ISN'T a big deal. I have a highly competitive program at my traditional school.



You mentioned already singing with the type you are looking for....does that character have a big enough solo to use that?