Baa baa Black Sheep
Cedarmont Kids Lyrics

The lyrics of "Baa Baa Black Sheep" by Cedarmont Kids is a nursery rhyme that tells the story of a black sheep being asked if they have any wool, replying that they have three bags full, and then dividing the wool into three for different individuals. The lyrics also introduce the concept of social hierarchy as one bag of wool is for the master, one for the dame (lady) and the last one for the little boy who lives down the lane, who may be considered a lower class. The song is often used to teach children counting, sharing, and the relationships between different members of a society.

On one level, "Baa Baa Black Sheep" can be seen as a simple story about a sheep with wool. However, on a deeper level, the lyrics can be viewed as a representation of class distinctions and the division of labor that existed during the time the song was written. It was written in the late 1700s, a time when wool was a valuable commodity that was often used to make clothing for the wealthy. The lyrics may have been intended to teach children about the importance of sharing and the duties of each member of a household.