Rub Your Tummy
Sesame Street · The Sesame Street Record [1970]
Rub it all day long!
Rub your tummy, rub it hard
While we sing our song
Rub, rub, rubba, rub
Rub, rub, rubba, rub
Rub, rub, rubba, rub
Rub, rub, rubba, rub
Rub, rub, rubba, rub, rub
Play and sing along
Pat your head, just like this
Pat it all day long!
Pat your head, but not too hard
And sing our silly song
Pat, pat, patta, pat
Pat, pat, patta, pat
Pat, pat, patta, pat
Pat, pat, patta, pat
Pat, pat, patta, pat, pat
Sing our silly song
Rub your tummy, pat your head!
Play and sing along-
As we sing our very, very
Merry silly song
Clap your hands, just like this
Clap 'em all day long
Clap your hands 1-2-3!
While we sing our song
CLAP!
Come on and play along
Rub Your Tummy
Performed by Sesame Street, "Rub Your Tummy" is a cheerful musical recording from the show's early era, appearing on The Sesame Street Record [1970]. As a staple of the series' educational programming, the track utilizes simple, repetitive melodies and engaging instrumentation to encourage physical interaction among young listeners. The song exemplifies the show's commitment to combining entertainment with developmental goals, fostering motor skills and body awareness through movement. Its enduring popularity reflects the effectiveness of Sesame Street's approach to early childhood music, which prioritizes clarity, joy, and active participation. The recording remains a recognizable piece within the broader catalog of Sesame Street music, contributing to the show's legacy of using song to teach fundamental concepts in an accessible manner.