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Pop goes the weasel
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'Round and 'round the cobbler's bench
The monkey chased the weasel,
The monkey thought 'twas all in fun
Pop! Goes the weasel.
A penny for a spool of thread
That's the way the money goes,
Pop! Goes the weasel.
A half a pound of tupenny rice,
A half a pound of treacle.
Mix it up and make it nice,
Pop! Goes the weasel.
Up and down the London road,
In and out of the Eagle,
That's the way the money goes,
Pop! Goes the weasel.
I've no time to plead and pine,
I've no time to wheedle,
Kiss me quick and then I'm gone
Pop! Goes the weasel.
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===Document boundary
The lyrics of the popular children's song "Pop Goes the Weasel" are a fascinating peek into the lives of working-class people living in London during the mid-19th century. The first verse describes a playful chase between a monkey and a weasel around a cobbler's bench, with the monkey thinking it's all in good fun until "pop!" goes the weasel. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the sudden and unpredictable turns in life that can catch one off guard.
The second verse mentions the cost of living at the time, with a penny being the going rate for spools of thread and needles. The repetitive line "that's the way the money goes" emphasizes the financial struggles faced by many people in that era. The following verse talks about the ingredients for a popular treat of the time, combining rice and treacle to make a sweet snack. This highlights the importance of improvisation and resourcefulness when living on a tight budget.
The next verse references a popular pub in London called The Eagle, indicating the importance of socializing and community in the lives of ordinary people. The final verse expresses a sense of urgency and the fleeting nature of life, with the singer hastily urging their lover to kiss them before they disappear with a final "pop!" of the weasel.
Line by Line Meaning
'Round and 'round the cobbler's bench
Around and around the cobbler's workbench, where shoes are made and mended.
The monkey chased the weasel,
A monkey pursued a weasel for amusement.
The monkey thought 'twas all in fun
The monkey enjoyed the chase and believed it was all just a game.
Pop! Goes the weasel.
Suddenly, the game ended with a surprising 'pop!' sound, possibly indicating the weasel's escape or capture.
A penny for a spool of thread
A small cost for a necessary supply to sew.
A penny for a needle,
A low cost for another necessary supply for sewing.
That's the way the money goes,
This is how expenses add up for household supplies and necessities.
Pop! Goes the weasel.
Again, the sudden 'pop' sound signifies a conclusion or unexpected outcome.
A half a pound of tupenny rice,
A measure of cheap rice that costs two pennies per pound.
A half a pound of treacle.
Another measure of a sweet syrup-like ingredient.
Mix it up and make it nice,
Combining these simple ingredients can create a tasty dish.
Pop! Goes the weasel.
The song's recurring 'pop' sound adds a playful and abrupt ending to each verse.
Up and down the London road,
Along the streets of a bustling city.
In and out of the Eagle,
Possibly a reference to a local pub or gathering spot along the route.
That's the way the money goes,
Continuing with the theme of expenses accumulated during a day out and about.
Pop! Goes the weasel.
Once again, the 'pop' sound adds a playful ending to the verse.
I've no time to plead and pine,
The singer has no time for begging or longing.
I've no time to wheedle,
Nor does the singer have time to persuade or negotiate.
Kiss me quick and then I'm gone
A request for a goodbye gesture before leaving quickly.
Pop! Goes the weasel.
The last 'pop' signifies the end of the song and possibly the singer's departure.
Contributed by Isabella L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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