Fader Jacob
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Sover du sover du
Hører du ei klokken
Hører du ei klokken
Ding dang dong
Ding dang dong
Frère Jacques Frère Jacques
Sonnez les matines
Sonnez les matines
Din dan don
Din dan don
The lyrics to the song "Fader Jacob," also known as "Frère Jacques," have been translated from French to Norwegian in this version. The song is a popular nursery rhyme that has been sung by children for generations. It follows a simple and repetitive structure that makes it easy for young children to learn and sing along to.
The song begins with the repetition of the name "Fader Jakob" or "Frère Jacques," which is addressed to the titular character. It asks whether or not he is sleeping and if he can hear the ringing of the bells. The bells are represented by the onomatopoeic phrase "ding dang dong" or "din dan don." The lyrics continue to repeat the questions and the sounds of the bells.
The song is lighthearted and playful, and it serves as a gentle way to introduce children to the concept of time and the sounds of bells. It also encourages imagination and creativity by inviting children to imagine the character of Fader Jakob or Frère Jacques. Ultimately, the song is a joyful and engaging way for children to learn and participate in music.
Line by Line Meaning
Fader Jakob Fader Jakob
Father Jacob, Father Jacob
Sover du sover du
Are you sleeping? Are you sleeping?
Hører du ei klokken
Can you not hear the clock?
Hører du ei klokken
Can you not hear the clock?
Ding dang dong
Ding dang dong
Frère Jacques Frère Jacques
Brother James, Brother James
Dormez vous Dormez vous
Are you sleeping? Are you sleeping?
Sonnez les matines
Ring the morning bells
Sonnez les matines
Ring the morning bells
Din dan don
Din dan don
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