Behind the History of the Classic Kids’ Song, “The Wheels on the Bus”
Origins (1937):
Written by Verna Hills, “The Wheels on the Bus” originated in 1937 as “The Bus” in American Childhood magazine.
Contemporary Lyrics:
Popular worldwide, the song's repetitive rhythm engages children, featuring verses about different bus parts and actions.
Actions and Fun:
Children act out verses—swishing like wipers or beeping like horns. It's interactive, making bus rides entertaining.
Alternative Original Lyrics (1937):
The original version had different actions and endings, highlighting the evolving nature of the nursery rhyme.
Madonna Connection:
In 2002, Madonna impersonator Mad Donna released a single sampling the nursery rhyme, reaching the UK's top charts.
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Behind the History of the Classic Kids’ Song, “The Wheels on the Bus”