Frere Jacques in the Lullaby Lyrics Collection

Frère Jacques is a classic in the French original version and its melody has been used an re-used in many nursery rhymes worldwide.

There are many - often contradicting - theories about the origin of the song.
Often the original version is linked to a famous 'Jacques', Jacques de Molay of the Knights Templar in France.

In any case it's a simple and well-recognised song, making it well
suited as a lullaby.

Frère Jacques, frère Jacques,

Dormez-vous? Dormez-vous?

Sonnez les matines! Sonnez les matines!

Ding, dang, dong. Ding, dang, dong

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