Verse 1 I keep six honest servants They’ve helped me time and time again They’re always near, both night and day They guide my heart, they light my way Their names are short, but mighty true They open doors to all I do They whisper, shout, and sometimes sing And answer every wondering thing Chorus 🎶 Their names are What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who They ask the things that must be asked They light the world right bright So if you seek to learn or grow, Just ask and then you'll know. Remember their names wherever you go They are What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who 🎶 Verse 2 “What” begins the story’s frame “What happened here?” “What is its name?” “Why” digs deep, it wants to know “Why does the river bend and flow?” “When” tells time — the ticking kind “When did it start?” “When did you find?” “Where” points out the time and place From mountain high to outer space Bridge “How” is curious, clever, bright “How does the moon reflect the light?” And “Who” brings meaning, soul, and face It’s “Who” that fills the heart with grace Chorus 🎶 Their names are What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who They dance around the minds so bright And dreamers too, so very right So if you’re chasing something big, Or something small and true Call on your friends, they'll serve you well, Just remember their names there really swell They're What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who Verse 3 They don’t get tired, they never sleep They follow thinkers into deep They serve the brave, the kind, the wise They help you see with open eyes So ask your questions, seek and find Don’t leave your wonderings behind These six old friends will lead the way Through every night and every day Final Chorus 🎶 Their names are What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who They’ve taught me all I really know And they’ll do the same for you So honor them with open thought And curiosity too— Just remember who they are What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who 🎶
