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Songs for Little Kids

Peter Combe · 1982

38 min · 22 tracks · children's music

Playful melodies and whimsical lyrics create an engaging soundscape that captures the joyful spirit of childhood imagination.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Spaghetti Bolognaise — This track stands out due to its fun and engaging storytelling about a beloved dish, capturing children's imaginations with vivid imagery.
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    Everybody's Got a Little Rhythm — An infectious tune that encourages movement and participation, this song invites children to express themselves through dance and rhythm, embodying the album's playful ethos.
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    Goldilocks and the Porridge — This song creatively adapts the classic fairy tale, making it accessible and entertaining for young listeners while promoting narrative understanding through music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful sing-along moments
  • short bursts of fun
  • imaginative storytelling adventures
  • energetic tracks for kids
  • interactive movement encouragement

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking lengthy introspective pieces
  • prefer serious or complex themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1982, 'Songs for Little Kids' marked Peter Combe's debut album, establishing him as a prominent figure in Australian children's music. This release came during a time when children's music was evolving, paving the way for a career that would include numerous beloved albums focused on engaging young audiences.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Spaghetti Bolognaise 2:30
  • 2 Jennifer Wicks 2:18
  • 3 Everybody's Got a Little Rhythm 1:44
  • 4 The Put It Song 0:50
  • 5 Running on the Spot 1:16
  • 6 New Playgym 2:18
  • 7 Shake Yourself 1:21
  • 8 Thelma Brown 3:11
  • 9 Goldilocks and the Porridge 1:52
  • 10 George Cryolot Crumble 2:42
  • 11 The Billy Goat's Gruff 2:17
  • 12 Rock 'n' Roll Is All You Need 2:31
  • 13 Arms Were Made to Hug and Squeeze 1:39
  • 14 Peppercorn Tree 0:40
  • 15 Goldilocks Goldilocks 2:31
  • 16 Oscar and Mr Hairy Gorilla 0:32
  • 17 The Mixed Up Song 0:23
  • 18 Red Train 0:47
  • 19 Green, Red and Yellow 0:58
  • 20 Kangaroo, Kangaroo 2:23
  • 21 Old Wheelbarrow 1:10
  • 22 Up & Down 2:11

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