Five Little Monkeys
Another counting song - similar to Five Little Ducks - that has no attributable author and has clearly evolved and merged from various historical pathways.
There is large amount of disturbing evidence that points to racist origins of this song - with the original lyrics being racist beyond doubt and the view held by many that the use of 'monkey' in this song remains a racist slur. The racist origins are beyond doubt - but as to whether the revised lyrics should still be used with children is a matter on which there is widespread disagreement.
Your views are welcome. Should this song, and others with similar origins, be removed from The Nursery Rhyme project?
There is large amount of disturbing evidence that points to racist origins of this song - with the original lyrics being racist beyond doubt and the view held by many that the use of 'monkey' in this song remains a racist slur. The racist origins are beyond doubt - but as to whether the revised lyrics should still be used with children is a matter on which there is widespread disagreement.
Your views are welcome. Should this song, and others with similar origins, be removed from The Nursery Rhyme project?
Our version of "Five Little Monkeys"
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