Pop! Goes the Weasel

Pop! Goes the Weasel is a 19th-century English traditional song associated with music hall and street dance traditions in London. The tune circulated widely in Britain before spreading to the United States, where it became part of children’s and folk song repertoires. The song has been recorded and adapted by performers including Burl Ives, Lead Belly, and The Weavers. This performance is presented as acoustic folk. Details: – Song: Pop! Goes the Weasel – English traditional – Approximate origin: 19th century, London – Acoustic folk performance by Jason Paul