Wheels on the Bus
Raffi
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The wheels on the bus go round and round Round and round Round and round The wheels on the bus go round and round All 'round the town The wipers on the bus go swish, swish, swish Swish, swish, swish Swish, swish, swish The wipers on the bus go swish, swish, swish All 'round the town The driver on the bus goes 'move on back' Move on back Move on back The driver on the bus goes 'move on back' All 'round the town The people on the bus go up and down Up and down Up and down The people on the bus go up and down All 'round the town The horn on the bus goes beep, beep, beep Beep, beep, beep Beep, beep, beep The horn on the bus goes beep, beep, beep All 'round the town The baby on the bus goes 'whaa whaa whaa' Whaa whaa whaa Whaa whaa whaa The baby on the bus goes 'whaa whaa whaa' All 'round the town The parents on the bus go 'shh, shh, shh' Shh, shh, shh Shh, shh, shh The parents on the bus go 'shh, shh, shh' All 'round the town
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10 facts about this song
Background InformationThe song "Wheels on the Bus" is a traditional children's song from the United States written by Verna Hills and popularized by the Canadian children's musician Raffi.
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Artist DetailsRaffi Cavoukian, known by his stage name Raffi, is a world-renowned singer-songwriter and author, best known for his work in children's music.
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Album Information"Wheels on the Bus" was included in Raffi's eighth studio album, "Everything Grows," released in 1987.
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Song LegacyThe song is widely recognized around the world among children, parents, and educators for its catchy tune and fun lyrics, and Raffi's rendition is particularly popular.
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Song Adaptability"Wheels on the Bus" is known for its repetitive verses, allowing for variation and creativity in the lyrics. It's often adapted to fit different themes and languages.
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Song PopularityRaffi's rendition of “The Wheels on the Bus” has over 29 million plays on the music streaming platform, Spotify, as of October 2021.
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Educational UseThe song, with its easy-to-mimic actions and simple lyrics, is frequently used in pre-school and kindergarten classrooms to teach children about sounds, movement, and rhythm.
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Cultural ImpactThe tune of “The Wheels on the Bus” is so well-known that it's often used in protests or rallies with modified lyrics to fit the cause, reflecting its deep-seated place in popular culture.
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Song StructureThe lyrics of the song are based on the actions and sounds associated with a bus ride. Each verse presents a new action (wheels turning, wipers swishing, babies crying, etc.) mimicked by the children while singing.
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AcknowledgementRaffi's version of "The Wheels on the Bus" is mentioned in many children's song compilations and lists, emphasizing its popularity and relevance in children's music.
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