As I was going up Pippen Hill
Nursery Rhyme
Lyrics, Origins and History |
We have placed this Nursery Rhyme, As I was going up Pippen Hill , in our category 'Lost Lyrics of an Old Nursery Rhyme'. We cannot find any reference to a 'Pippen Hill' in Britain - its origins appear to be lost. Can you help us identify the origins or history of this lesser known children's nursery rhyme? Please e-mail us with any suggestions and become part of our Nursery Rhyme site ( we will credit you with any additions!) Help us to maintain our history and heritage through the words and lyrics of the humble Nursery Rhyme. Contact us at webmaster@rhymes.org.uk
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A typical English countryside scene of circa 1850 |
As I was going up Pippen Hill |
Nursery Rhyme lyrics, origins and history |
As I was going up Pippen Hill,
Pippen Hill was dirty.
There I met a pretty miss
And she dropt me a curtsey.
Little miss, pretty miss,
Blessings light upon you!
If I had half a crown a day,
I'd spend it gladly on you |
As I was going up Pippen Hill |
Nursery Rhyme lyrics, origins and history |
