Skip To My Lou
Children's Music Lyrics
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Skip, skip, skip to my Lou
Skip, skip, skip to my Lou
Skip to my Lou, my darlin'
Flies in the buttermilk, shoo, fly, shoo
Flies in the buttermilk, shoo, fly, shoo
Flies in the buttermilk, shoo, fly, shoo
The song "Skip to My Lou" is a classic American folk song that can be traced back to the mid-19th century. The lyrics tell the story of couples dancing together at a party or social gathering. The chorus "Skip, skip, skip to my Lou" encourages a partner to join in the dance, while "Skip to my Lou, my darling" offers a term of endearment to the chosen partner.
However, the second verse adds a playful and humorous twist to the song. The lyrics describe a problem at the party: flies in the buttermilk. The repeated phrase "shoo, fly, shoo" is a call to action, as the dancers attempt to rid the party of the pesky insects. The line "Skip to my Lou, my darling" serves as a lighthearted transition back to the chorus, and the dance continues.
Overall, "Skip to My Lou" is a joyful and upbeat song that celebrates community and connection through music and dance.
Line by Line Meaning
Skip, skip, skip to my Lou
Let's move and dance our way to my dear friend Lou's place with repetitive skipping.
Skip to my Lou, my darlin'
Skip with me, my beloved friend, to my dear friend Lou's place.
Flies in the buttermilk, shoo, fly, shoo
Pesky insects have landed in our tasty and thick buttermilk. Let's make them go away by shooing them with our hands.
Contributed by Jayce T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.