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The verses in this song each contain several examples of things that children were taught in school during this time period; each one is mocking the educational system.
What did you learn in school today, Dear little boy of mine? I learned that Washington never told a lie. I learned that soldiers never die. I learned that everybody's free, And that's what the teacher said to me. Chorus. That's what I learned in school today, That's what I learned in school.
I learned about the great ones we have had. We fought in Germany and in France. And someday I might get my chance. And that's what I learned in school today. That's what I learned in school. [ Correct these Lyrics ] Writer: TOM PAXTON. Copyright: Lyrics © BMG Rights Management. Back to: Pete Seeger.
That's what I learned in the school-la. Our facial names were head bumper, eye winker, eye blinker, nose dropper, mouth eater, chin chopper, and gully gully. I'm interested in the extra words of "gully goo," "do-si-do," and "school-la."
What did you learn in school today, Dear little boy of mine? I learned that Washington never told a lie. I learned that soldiers never die.
7 lis 2023 · Released in 1961, this satirical song quickly became an anthem for social and political commentary in the education system. Through witty lyrics and a catchy melody, Seeger delves into the deeper implications of what children are taught in schools and the impact it has on society.
What Did You Learn in School Today Lyrics by Pete Seeger from the The Smithsonian Folkways Collection album- including song video, artist biography, translations and more: What did you learn in school today Dear little boy of mine?
