"Here We Go 'Round the Mulberry Bush" is a traditional English nursery rhyme and singing game that has been passed down through generations. The rhyme is often accompanied by a circular hand-holding dance. Its lyrics are as follows:
Here we go round the mulberry bush,
The mulberry bush,
The mulberry bush
Here we go round the mulberry bush
So early in the morning
This is the way we wash our face,
Wash our face,
Wash our face
This is the way we wash our face
So early in the morning
This is the way we comb our hair,
Comb our hair,
Comb our hair
This is the way we comb our hair
So early in the morning
This is the way we brush our teeth,
Brush our teeth,
Brush our teeth
This is the way we brush our teeth
So early in the morning
This is the way we put on our clothes,
Put on our clothes,
Put on our clothes
This is the way we put on our clothes
So early in the morning
Here we go round the mulberry bush,
The mulberry bush,
The mulberry bush
Here we go round the mulberry bush
So early in the morning
The origins of this rhyme are somewhat uncertain, but it likely dates back to the 19th century. The "mulberry bush" in the rhyme may be a reference to the exercise yard in a women's prison, as this rhyme was sometimes sung by female inmates while performing a circular exercise routine. Over time, it became a popular children's song and game, teaching coordination and rhythm. The simple, repetitive lyrics and playful activity make it a beloved part of early childhood culture.
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