"Ring a Ring o' Roses" (song)

"Ring a Ring o' Roses" is a traditional nursery rhyme and playground game that involves children forming a circle, often holding hands, and moving in rhythm while singing the song. The lyrics describe a group of people holding hands and dancing around in a ring. Historically, some interpret the rhyme as referencing the Victorian-era cholera outbreaks, with "ring" representing the rash and "roses" referring to the skin. However, its origins are uncertain, and it is primarily enjoyed today as a playful activity that encourages social interaction, coordination, and physical movement among children.