Welcome to Opasings.com, where Opa shares his passion for music and storytelling with the world. Today, we are proud to introduce one of the most iconic nursery rhymes, “London Bridge is Falling Down.” This captivating tune, steeped in history and intrigue, has been entertaining children and adults alike for centuries.
The exact origin of “London Bridge is Falling Down” is a matter of speculation, but its history can be traced back to at least the 17th century. It is believed that the song refers to the many iterations of London Bridge that have existed over time. Since the Roman occupation of England, several bridges have been constructed and subsequently replaced or rebuilt due to fires, structural failures, or war.
Some theories suggest that the rhyme has a darker backstory, with connections to Viking invasions or child sacrifice during bridge construction. However, these ideas have not been conclusively proven, and many scholars consider them to be folklore rather than historical fact. Regardless of its origins, the song has captivated listeners for generations, evolving in meaning and interpretation over time.
Today, “London Bridge is Falling Down” remains a beloved nursery rhyme that continues to enchant children with its playful melody and vivid imagery. Opa’s performance of this timeless classic on Opasings.com adds a touch of nostalgia, transporting us back to the days of our childhood. Whether you’re singing along or simply enjoying the tune, we invite you to delve into the rich history of “London Bridge is Falling Down” and appreciate the enduring charm that makes it a treasured part of our cultural heritage.
OpaSings London Bridge is Falling Down
London Bridge is falling down,
Falling down, falling down.
London Bridge is falling 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 bricks and mortar,
Bricks and mortar, bricks and mortar,
Build it up with bricks and mortar,
My fair lady.
Bricks and mortar will not stay,
Will not stay, will not stay,
Bricks and mortar will not stay,
My fair lady.
Build it up with iron and steel,
Iron and steel, iron and steel,
Build it up with iron and steel,
My fair lady.
Iron and steel will bend and bow,
Bend and bow, bend and bow,
Iron and steel will bend and bow,
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.
Silver and gold will be stolen away,
Stolen away, stolen away,
Silver and gold will be stolen away,
My fair lady.
Set a man to watch all night,
Watch all night, watch all night,
Set a man to watch all night,
My fair lady.
Suppose the man should fall asleep,
Fall asleep, fall asleep,
Suppose the man should fall asleep?
My fair lady.
Give him a pipe to smoke all night,
Smoke all night, smoke all night,
Give him a pipe to smoke all night,
My fair lady.[2]
London Bridge is falling down,
Falling down, falling down.
London Bridge is falling down,
My fair lady.[1]
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