Oranges and Lemons

This is a traditional English nursery rhyme that was published in 1744. It refers to the bells of famous churches in London, UK. Because of this, this song was most popular in the London area.
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Oranges and lemons,
Say the bells of St.Clement's.


You owe me five farthings,
Say the bells of St.Martin's.


When will you pay me?
Say the bells of Old Bailey.


When I get rich,
Say the bells of Shoreditch.


When will that be?
Say the bells of Stepney.


I`m sure I do not know,
Says the great bell of Bow.