So worms came
To nibble on his fingers
(Num num num)
Nibble on his toes
Nibble on his ear
(Num num num)
Nibble on his nose
Nibble on his eyes
Nibble on his thigh (Why)
‘Cause he wouldn’t
Give praise to God
(No he wouldn’t give
Praise to God)
Old King Herod
Was a wicked old king
(Old King Herod
Was a wicked old king)
He was proud as anything
(He was proud as anything)
He was so puffed up with pride
(He was so puffed up with pride)
He was so full of the devil inside
(He was so full of the devil inside)
He would give a happy nod
(He would give a happy nod)
When his people said
You’re greater than God
(When his people said
You’re greater than God)
Nibble on his thigh
Nibble on his head
(Num num num)
Nibble till he’s dead
(Yuk)
‘Cause he wouldn’t
Give praise to God
(No he wouldn’t
Give praise to God)
Song Meaning
A quirky children’s song about proud King Herod.
Biblical Message
Read Matthew 2:16 alongside the lyric. Herod’s pride and violence contrast with the humble child he feared.
Reflection
Which word or image in the song speaks to your situation? Read Matthew 2:16, then consider one response you can carry into the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Wicked King Herod” about?
A quirky children’s song about proud King Herod.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
Matthew 2:16 is a starting point for reading alongside the lyric.