Georgie Porgie
Songs For Children Lyrics


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Georgie Porgie, Puddin' and Pie,
Kissed the girls and made them cry,
When the boys came out to play
Georgie Porgie ran away

Georgie Porgie, Puddin' and Pie,
Kissed the girls and made them cry,
When the boys came out to play
Georgie Porgie ran away





Overall Meaning

The song Georgie Porgie is a classic nursery rhyme that has been passed down for generations. On the surface, this song seems to be a fun and playful tune about a mischievous boy named Georgie Porgie. However, the lyrics have a deeper meaning that can be explored from different angles.


From a gender perspective, the song can be seen as an illustration of how young girls are often the targets of unwanted advances and how boys can use their power to control and intimidate them. This is exemplified in the line "Kissed the girls and made them cry" which suggests that Georgie Porgie is using his kisses to assert his dominance over the girls.


On another level, the song can be interpreted as a cautionary tale about the consequences of one's actions. Georgie Porgie's behavior causes the girls to cry, which ultimately leads to the boys chasing him away. This can be seen as a warning to young children to think about the impact their actions have on others and to be mindful of consequences.


Overall, Georgie Porgie encompasses both a cautionary tale and a social commentary, teaching kids important lessons, while also giving them an enjoyable and catchy tune to sing along to.


Line by Line Meaning

Georgie Porgie, Puddin' and Pie,
Georgie Porgie is a person who enjoys eating dessert.


Kissed the girls and made them cry,
Georgie Porgie had a habit of kissing girls which caused them to cry.


When the boys came out to play
Whenever there were boys outside playing,


Georgie Porgie ran away
Georgie Porgie would run away to avoid confrontation with the boys.




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