London Bridge
Children's Music and Sing Alongs Lyrics
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Falling down, falling down
London Bridge is falling down
My fair lady
Build it up with iron bars
Iron bars, iron bars
Build it up with iron bars
Iron bars will bend and break
Bend and break, bend and break
Iron bars will bend and break
My fair lady
Build it up with pins and needles
Pins and needles, pins and needles
Build it up with pins and needles
My fair lady
Pins and needles rust and bend
Rust and bend, rust and bend
Pins and needles rust and bend
My fair lady
Build it up with gold and silver
Gold and silver, gold and silver
Build it up with gold and silver
My fair lady
Gold and silver I've not got
I've not got, I've not got
Gold and silver I've not got
My fair lady
London Bridge is falling down
Falling down, falling down
London Bridge is falling down
My fair lady
It must be noted that the lyrics provided belong to the song "London Bridge" by Fergie and not the traditional children's song of the same name. The explicit language used in the song is not appropriate for children's music and sing-alongs.
Fergie begins the song with a shoutout to herself and Polow, the producer of the song. She then proclaims her presence in the club by asking others to step aside and make way for her, as she is a VIP. Fergie encourages her female squad to join her in dancing, and she doesn't mind getting down like a "hoe." The crux of the song is when Fergie notes how every time her love interest comes around, her "London Bridge" wants to go down. The chorus repeats this sentiment, accompanied by a catchy tune that keeps the listener engaged.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, shit (oh, shit, oh, shit)
Exclamation of surprise or excitement
Are you ready for this?
Asking if someone is prepared for what's about to happen
It's me
Fergie
The Pen!
Polow
(Fergie, Ferg, what's up baby?)
Introducing oneself and others, with a nickname and friendly greeting
When I come to the club, step aside (oh shit)
Asking others to make way for oneself in the club
Part the seas, don't be having me in the line (oh shit)
Demanding special treatment, without waiting in line
VIP, 'cause you know I gotta shine (oh shit)
Asserting that one is important and deserving of attention
I'm Fergie Ferg, and me love you long time (oh shit)
Using a stereotypical Asian accent and phrase to express affection towards a person or audience
All my girls get down on the floor (oh shit)
Encouraging women to dance and have fun
Back to back, drop it down real low (oh shit)
Suggesting a specific dance move and position
I'm such a lady, but I'm dancing like a hoe (oh shit)
Acknowledging that one is behaving in a way that is contrary to traditional gender roles or expectations
'Cause you know I don't give a fuck, so here we go (oh shit)
Asserting that one does not care about social norms or expectations, and is ready to have fun
How come every time you come around
My London, London Bridge wanna go down, like
London, London, London
Wanna go down like
London, London, London
Be going down like
Expressing desire or anticipation for something to happen, comparing it to the structure of London Bridge
Drinks start pouring
And my speech start slurring
Everybody start looking real good
Describing the effects of alcohol on oneself and others, with some exaggeration
That Grey Goose got your girl feeling loose
Now I'm wishing that I didn't wear these shoes (I hate heels)
It's like every time I get up on the dude
Paparazzi put my business in the news
And I'm like, get up out my face
Before I turn around and spray your ass with mace
My lips make you wanna have a taste
You got that, I got the bass
Referencing a particular brand of vodka, complaining about uncomfortable footwear, describing interactions with men and the media, threatening violence, highlighting one's attractiveness and musical talents
Aah, da, da, da, da, do, do, do, do
Me like a bullet type, you know they coming right
Fergie like 'em long time, my girls support 'em, right?
Making noises and using slang to express sexual interest and preferences, acknowledging the approval of one's peers
Another A-T-L
Cali callabo
Fergie and Polow
Referring to different geographic regions and a collaboration between oneself and another artist
All my girls get down on the floor (oh shit)
Back to back, drop it down real low (oh shit)
I'm such a lady, but I'm dancing like a hoe (oh shit)
'Cause you know I don't give a fuck, so here we go (oh shit)
Repeating the chorus to reinforce the message of female empowerment and rejection of social norms
(Fuck you, bitches!)
Expressing anger or frustration with others in a vulgar way
Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Traditional
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