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This 18th-century English nursery rhyme could refer to a generic male and female couple – but there are some darker interpretations out there. According to a popular theory, the hill could refer to ...
One of the most popular rhymes in the English language which dates back to 1744, several theories have been put forward for the meaning behind school yard classic Oranges and Lemons.
Bing Crosby is among the popular song’s most famous fans, incorporating it into a medley with other songs from the 1700s and 1800s on part one of his album, 101 Gang Songs, released in 1961.
It’s one of the most famous nursery rhymes, one many will remember from their own childhoods: “The Itsy Bitsy Spider” tells the story of a spider climbing up a water spout, being washed away ...
The meaning behind the Humpty Dumpty nursery rhyme has long been a mystery, but some speculate that "Humpty Dumpty" may have been a cruel nickname for King Richard III, a 15th-century monarch who ...
The popular nursery rhyme, “Skinnamarink” or “Skidamarink,” is known by a few different names, but has touched the hearts of many. The tune dates back to the early 20th century when it ...
Madonna‘s songs could get edgy, but one draws lyrics from a famous nursery rhyme. Most other pop stars would sound ridiculous singing such lyrics, but the Material Girl knew what she was doing.
Turns out, our entire childhood is a lie. Humpty Dumpty is perhaps one of the most popular nursery rhymes that still has the power to throw Brits across the nation into a big-warm cuddle of fond ...