Brother John

"Brother John" is a very popular nursery rhyme that is used in very many preschools and homes all around the world.

The original version of this nursery rhyme is in French. In French it is called Frère Jacques. In French, this rhyme was published first time in about 1780. Soon 250 years ago - wow!

But let's sing it in English. Are you ready?

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Brother John - Lyrics

Are you sleeping? Are you sleeping?
Brother John, Brother John!
Morning bells are ringing!
Morning bells are ringing!
Ding, ding, dong.
Ding, ding, dong.