The King Had A Platter — Nursery Rhyme Lyrics

The King had a platter
Of brisket and batter,
The Prince had a Bellington bun,
The Queen had a rose
To put to her nose
As soon as the dinner was done.

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What are the words to The King Had A Platter?
The lyrics to The King Had A Platter are: The King had a platter / Of brisket and batter, / The Prince had a Bellington bun, / The Queen had a rose / To put to her nose / As soon as the dinner was done.
How many lines does The King Had A Platter have?
"The King Had A Platter" has 6 lines of verse.

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