Down by the Bay | Lyrics and Sheet Music
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Lyrics
Down by the bay
Where the watermelons grow
Back to my home
I dare not go
For if I do
My mother will say
"Did you ever see a fly
Wearing a tie?"
Down by the bay.
Down by the bay
Where the watermelons grow
Back to my home
I dare not go
For if I do
My mother will say
"Did you ever see a bear
Combing his hair?"
Down by the bay.
Down by the bay
Where the watermelons grow
Back to my home
I dare not go
For if I do
My mother will say
"Did you ever see a moose
Kissing a goose?"
Down by the bay.
Down by the bay
Where the watermelons grow
Back to my home
I dare not go
For if I do
My mother will say
"Did you ever see a whale
With a polka dot tail?"
Down by the bay.
Down by the bay
Where the watermelons grow
Back to my home
I dare not go
For if I do
My mother will say
"Did you ever see a llama
Wearing pajamas?"
Down by the bay.
Down by the bay
Where the watermelons grow
Back to my home
I dare not go
For if I do
My mother will say
"Did you ever have a time
When you couldn't make a rhyme?"
Down by the bay
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About the Song
Traditional: It's a well-known traditional children's song, meaning its exact origin and author are unknown. It's likely been passed down orally for many years.
Catchy Melody: The song features a simple and catchy melody that's easy for young children to learn and sing along to.
Repetitive Verses: The song uses a repetitive verse structure that builds upon itself. Each verse starts with "Down by the bay..." followed by a silly scenario involving an animal and an action.
Variations: There are many variations of the song. The animals and actions can change, keeping the song fresh and engaging for children. A common refrain asks "Did you ever see...?" after each scenario.
Learning Potential: While silly, the song can be used to introduce basic concepts like rhyming and taking turns.
Popularity: "Down by the Bay" remains a favorite among parents, educators, and children. You can find many recordings with different arrangements and visuals.