A-Hunting We Will Go

A-Hunting We Will Go is a traditional English nursery rhyme and folk song about a make-believe hunting trip.

“A-Hunting We Will Go” is a classic children’s song that has delighted generations with its catchy tune and imaginative verses. Despite its origins in a time when hunting was a common pastime, the song today is embraced for its playful storytelling and rhythmic repetition, often used in classrooms and early childhood settings to develop language, memory, and sequencing skills.

Each verse involves a new animal and a fun twist, making it easy to adapt and expand, and helping children engage with the song creatively and interactively.

Here you can watch a karaoke video and download a karaoke mp3 audio for personal or educational use. You’ll also find free printable sheet music if you’d like to have a child or beginner play the song on the piano or any other musical instrument.

This song share its melody with “The Farmer in the Dell“.

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• A-Hunting We Will Go Karaoke Video
• A-Hunting We Will Go Lyrics
• More Children’s songs in English
• A-Hunting We Will Go karaoke (Free mp3 download)
  • Commercial License (karaoke)
• Song Info

A-Hunting We Will Go Karaoke Video

A-Hunting We Will Go Lyrics

1. A-hunting we will go, a-hunting we will go,
We’ll catch a fox and put him in a box
And then we’ll let him go.

2. A-hunting we will go, a-hunting we will go
We’ll catch a fish and put him on a dish
And then we’ll let him go.

3. A-hunting we will go, a-hunting we will go
We’ll catch a bear and cut his hair
And then we’ll let him go.

4. A-hunting we will go, a-hunting we will go
We’ll catch a pig and dance a little jig
And then we’ll let him go

5. A-hunting we will go, a-hunting we will go
We’ll catch a giraffe and make him laugh
And then we’ll let him go.

More Children’s songs in English

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Song Info

“A-Hunting We Will Go” is a traditional English nursery rhyme and folk song that dates back to the 18th century. It was originally written by English composer Thomas Augustine Arne in 1777 for a production of The Beggar’s Opera. The song features a simple, repetitive melody in a major key, making it ideal for young children to sing in groups.

Each verse follows a predictable pattern where a new animal is “caught” and then something playful or gentle is done with it — often ending with the animal being let go. This format allows the song to be easily adapted with new verses, making it a favorite for interactive storytelling and imaginative play.

Over time, “A-Hunting We Will Go” has remained popular in early childhood education thanks to its musical simplicity and flexible lyrics. It supports key learning areas such as memory, sequencing, animal recognition, and phonemic awareness.

While the song’s original context reflects a time when hunting was a common recreational activity, modern renditions usually emphasize the make-believe aspect of the hunt, focusing on humor and kindness. In many classrooms and homes, the song is adapted to reflect peaceful, creative adventures rather than literal hunting, making it more aligned with today’s values.

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