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Dreadful Lyrics by Shel Silverstein

Where the Sidewalk Ends (book)

1984

Someone ate the baby
It's rather said to say
Someone ate the baby
So she won't be out to play

We'll never hear her whiny cry
Or have to feel if she is dry
We'll never hear her asking "Why"
Someone ate the baby

Someone ate the baby
It is absolutely clear
Someone ate the baby
'Cause the baby isn't here

We'll give away her toys and clothes
We'll never have to wipe her nose
Dad says, "That's the way it goes
Someone ate the baby"

Someone ate the baby
What a frightful thing to eat
Someone ate the baby
Though she wasn't very sweet

It was a heartless thing to do
The policemen haven't got a clue
They simply can't imagine who
Would go and (burp) eat the baby

About “Dreadful” by Shel Silverstein

Read the complete lyrics to "Dreadful" by Shel Silverstein from the album "Where the Sidewalk Ends (book)" in 1984. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Non-Music, Poetry.

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"Dreadful" is credited to Shel Silverstein. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Dreadful" appears on "Where the Sidewalk Ends (book)" in 1984.

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