Full Lyrics
Five little monkeys jumping on the bed
One fell off and bumped his head
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Four little monkeys jumping on the bed
One fell off and bumped his head
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Three little monkeys jumping on the bed
One fell off and bumped his head
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Two little monkeys jumping on the bed
One fell off and bumped his head
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
One little monkey jumping on the bed
He fell off and bumped his head
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said
"Put those monkeys right to bed!"
About This Song
Five Little Monkeys is a super popular counting-down action song where kids act out monkeys jumping on the bed, falling off (with a dramatic bump!), and Mama calling the doctor. It teaches numbers backwards, cause-and-effect, and silly movements—perfect for active play and giggles.
Children love jumping in place (or on a mat), pretending to fall, holding their head, and wagging a finger like the doctor. It's great for motor skills, sequencing, and role-play. Often sung faster each round or with finger puppets for extra fun.
This traditional nursery rhyme (variations date back decades) is a preschool staple, with countless animated versions on YouTube (Super Simple Songs, Cocomelon, Little Baby Bum, etc.).