Jack Sprat/Spratt is a traditional English rhyme that originated in the 16th century.
The song is thought to be a satire about the English King, Charles the First.
That was before it was printed in the 1765 edition of Mother Goose’s Melody, which gave it entry into the library of English nursery rhymes now lovingly passed onto children.
Today, the song is often used to teach the importance of sharing and cooperation and is beloved by both children and adults.
Lyrics for Jack Sprat
Jack Sprat could eat no fat
His wife could eat no lean.
And so between them both, you see
They licked the platter clean.
