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Full Lyrics
Verse 1
Old Mother Hubbard
Went to the cupboard,
Verse 2
To get her poor dog a bone;
But when she came there,
The cupboard was bare,
And so the poor dog had none.
About This Song
"Old Mother Hubbard" is a classic English nursery rhyme built around a simple comic scene. The image of opening the cupboard and finding nothing inside is easy for children to picture.
The rhyme is often used to introduce rhyme words, pacing, and memory work. Its short storyline also makes it easy to act out with props or toys.
Over time, "Old Mother Hubbard" became a staple in nursery rhyme books because children enjoy its quick setup and funny ending.