Down by the Bay
Raffi
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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 you ever see a goose kissing a moose?" 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 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 hear?" 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 Eating 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 Down by the bay Where the watermelons grow Back to my home I dare not go For if I do
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Written by: KENNETH DAVID WHITELEY, RAFFI CAVOUKIAN, TRADITIONAL
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Artist Details"Down By the Bay" is a song by Raffi Cavoukian, better known by his stage name Raffi, a Canadian singer-songwriter known for his children's music.
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Album InfoThe song is part of Raffi's 1976 album "Singable Songs for the Very Young."
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Genre Classification"Down By the Bay" is considered children's music, specifically within the realm of folk and educational songs.
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Song OriginThe song is a traditional American folk song, adapted by Raffi for his young audience. While Raffi's adaptation is the best-known version, it has been sung by children for many generations.
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Song Structure"Down By the Bay" is notable for its call and response structure, making it a popular choice for sing-alongs and interactive performances.
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Silly Lyrics"Down By the Bay" is known for its nonsensical and humorous lyrics that involve various animals doing silly things.
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Rhymes and Word PlayThe song uses rhymes and wordplays. Each verse ends with a question, for instance, "Did you ever see a goose, kissing a moose?", providing a humorous question-and-response format.
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Educational AspectDespite its fun and silliness, "Down By the Bay" aids in children's language development and literacy skills. Its catchy tune, repeated phrases, and rhymes make it easier for kids to remember and learn new words.
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Chart PerformanceWhile children's songs typically don't chart, Raffi's "Down By the Bay" has remained a popular choice among parents and teachers for over 40 years.
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Cultural Impact"Down By the Bay" has greatly influenced the culture of children's music since its release, proving that educational songs can also be fun and engaging.
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