London Bridge

"London Bridge" is a traditional nursery rhyme and children's song that has been passed down through generations. It is often used in early childhood education to teach young children about history, landmarks, and simple melodies. The lyrics typically focus on the iconic London Bridge and its connection to the city of London. Here are the traditional lyrics:
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London Bridge is falling down,
Falling down, falling down,
London Bridge is falling down,
My fair lady.
Build it up with silver and gold,
Silver and gold, silver and gold,
Build it up with silver and gold,
My fair lady.
London Bridge is broken down,
Broken down, broken down,
London Bridge is broken down,
My fair lady.
Build it up with wood and clay,
Wood and clay, wood and clay,
Build it up with wood and clay,
My fair lady.
Wood and clay will wash away,
Wash away, wash away,
Wood and clay will wash away,
My fair lady.
Build it up with stones so strong,
Stones so strong, stones so strong,
Build it up with stones so strong,
My fair lady.
Stones so strong will last so long,
Last so long, last so long,
Stones so strong will last so long,
My fair lady.
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The song often includes hand-clapping or other simple gestures to engage children in a rhythmic and interactive way. It is commonly sung in a circle or as a group activity.
The lyrics depict the London Bridge facing various challenges, such as falling down or breaking, and the subsequent attempts to rebuild it with different materials. While the song is a simple and entertaining way to introduce children to the concept of construction and rebuilding, it is important to note that the lyrics are not historically accurate. The current London Bridge, a more modern structure, is not the same bridge referred to in the song.
"London Bridge" has become a classic in the repertoire of children's songs and continues to be sung and enjoyed by children around the world.
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