Polly Put the Kettle On

Polly Put the Kettle On is an old English nursery rhyme that was first attested in 1803. Sukey was a pet name for Susan and Polly was a pet name for Mary in the 19th century.

In his book Barnaby Rudge, Charles Dickens has Grip the raven quote this rhyme!

Polly Put The Kettle On Lyrics

Polly put the kettle on,
Polly put the kettle on,
Polly put the kettle on,
We’ll all have tea.
Sukey take it off again,
Sukey take it off again,
Sukey take it off again,
They’ve all gone away.

Polly Put The Kettle On Music Sheet