Bubble Gum

Woody Guthrie · Other Songs - Woody Guthrie

A bubble, and a bubble

And I bubble my gum

A bubble, and a bubble

And I bubble my gum

A blabber, and a blubber

And I blubber my gum

A bleeber, and a blabber

And I bubble my gum



I woke up when the mornin' come

Bubble and a bubble and a bubble my gum

Comb my teeth with a wide-toothed comb

Bubble and a bubble and a bubble my gum

Dried my face in a lookin' glass

Put my lipstick on my nose

Put my hands into my socks

I put my feet into my gloves



And a bubble and a bubble

And I bubble my gum

Bubble and a bubble

And I bubble my gum

Bubble and a bubble

And I blubber my gum

Bleeber and a blabber

And I bubble my gum



Squirt my toothpaste on my hair

Stuck my toothbrush in my ear

Fixed my breakfast in my room

And I chewed and chewed my bubblin' gum

Heard a little rooster crow for day

And I heard him crow ten miles away

Stirred my oatmeal with my thumb

And I bubbled and bubbled my bubblin' gum



And a bubble, and a bubble

My bubblin' gum

And a bubble, and a bubble

My bubblin' gum

And a bubble, and a bubble

My bubblin' gum

And a bubble, and a bubble

My bubblin' gum

And a bubble, and a bubble

My gubblin' gum



Chewed my milk, drank my toast

I drunk down a big beef roast

Heard my daddy ask my mom

Who's that a bubblin' bubblin' gum

My brother walked with me to school

He said you bubble your gum like a fool

He offered me a knife, some marbles and gun

I gave him my bubblin' gum



And a bubble, and a bubble

My bubblin' gum

And a bubble, and a bubble

My bubblin' gum

Bubble Gum

Woody Guthrie's "Bubble Gum" stands as a charming example of his playful approach to songwriting, contrasting with the often somber themes of his broader discography. Known for his prolific output and distinctive guitar style, Guthrie frequently explored everyday subjects with wit and warmth. This recording captures his ability to find musical interest in simple, relatable concepts, a hallmark of his work during the mid-20th century. While Guthrie is celebrated for his social commentary and folk anthems, tracks like this reveal a lighter side to his extensive catalogue. The song reflects his enduring influence on American folk music, showcasing how he could craft memorable melodies from ordinary topics. It remains a testament to his versatility as a songwriter who could shift seamlessly between serious protest and lighthearted observation.