The Surprisingly Risqué Origins of the 'Rub-a-Dub-Dub' Nursery Rhyme
- POST
The Surprisingly Risqué Origins of the ‘Rub-a-Dub-Dub’ Nursery Rhyme Many of the nursery rhymes we grew up singing as children have surprisingly dark or scandalous origins, and “Rub-a-Dub-Dub” is no exception. This innocent-sounding rhyme about three men in a tub was once an adult-themed commentary on the vices of society. Join us as we explore the lewd backstory behind this classic children’s verse.
The Naughty Beginnings of “Rub-a-Dub-Dub” The earliest known version of the rhyme, dating back to the 14th century, was far from child-friendly.