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Cry Baby Cry — Nursery Rhyme Lyrics

Cry, baby, cry,
Put your finger in your eye,
And tell your mother it wasnt I.

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Nursery rhymes are some of the best teachers of rhythm and rhyme. "Cry Baby Cry" uses 3 lines to create a memorable verse — proof that effective poetry doesn't need to be long. Pay attention to the meter: the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables is what makes the rhyme stick in your head.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the words to Cry Baby Cry?
The lyrics to Cry Baby Cry are: Cry, baby, cry, / Put your finger in your eye, / And tell your mother it wasnt I.
How many lines does Cry Baby Cry have?
"Cry Baby Cry" has 3 lines of verse.