VeggieTales has been a cornerstone of children’s entertainment for years, charming audiences with its wholesome stories and, perhaps most memorably, its incredibly catchy and often hilarious songs. For families with young children, introducing VeggieTales is almost a rite of passage. Beyond the valuable life lessons embedded in each episode, it’s the silly songs that truly make VeggieTales a beloved classic. Trying to narrow down the best VeggieTales songs to just ten is no easy task, but here are our top picks that are guaranteed to bring laughter and joy to both kids and adults, complete with a favorite funny line from each song and the DVD where you can find them.
10. “The Hairbrush Song” from Are You My Neighbor?
This song is arguably the most iconic VeggieTales tune and often the first one that comes to mind for many fans. “The Hairbrush Song” perfectly encapsulates the show’s humor with Larry the Cucumber’s dramatic lament about losing his hairbrush, despite not having any hair. The song’s simple melody and repetitive lyrics make it incredibly memorable and fun for kids to sing along to. It’s a classic example of VeggieTales’ ability to make the mundane utterly hilarious.
Funny Line: Junior Asparagus – “Why do you need a hairbrush? You don’t have any hair!” Larry – “No hair for my hairbrush. No hair for my hairbrush. No hair, no hair, nowhere, no hair, no hair, no hair, nowhere back there, no hair…for my hairbrush”
9. “I Love My Duck” from King George And The Ducky
“I Love My Duck” showcases Larry’s endearing (and sometimes slightly selfish) personality. In this song, King George (Larry) expresses his deep affection for his rubber ducky and his reluctance to part with it, even contemplating less-than-kingly actions to keep it. The song is a funny exploration of attachment and the challenges of sharing, wrapped in a royal setting and catchy tune, making it a favorite VeggieTales song about friendship and possessions.
Funny Line: “Some kings love horses and some kings love cattle. Some kings love leading their troops into battle. But me, I’m not like that. I find that stuff yucky. I’d much rather stay in my tub with my ducky.”
8. “The Yodeling Veterinarian Of The Alps” from The End Of Silliness?
This song is pure VeggieTales silliness at its finest. Larry takes on the persona of a yodeling veterinarian, serenading his animal patients in a comically exaggerated Alpine style. The absurdity of the concept, combined with Larry’s enthusiastic yodeling, makes this song an instant laugh-out-loud moment. It’s a perfect example of how VeggieTales uses musical silliness to entertain and engage children.
Funny Line: “This is a song for your bear trapped teddy. He looks un-comfy, think I’d be too. But if I sing to your bear trapped teddy, he will feel better in a day or two.”
7. “The Water Buffalo Song” from Where Is God When I’m S-Scared?
“The Water Buffalo Song” holds a special place in VeggieTales history as the very first silly song ever created for the series. Its nonsensical lyrics about everyone having a water buffalo are inherently funny and perfectly capture the whimsical nature of VeggieTales. This song’s simple, repetitive structure makes it incredibly easy for young children to learn and sing, cementing its status as a classic VeggieTales silly song.
Funny Line: “Everybody’s got a water buffalo. Yours is fast but mine is slow. Oh where’d we get them I don’t know, but everybody’s got a water buffalo.”
6. “The Dance Of The Cucumber” from Dave And The Giant Pickle
This song is a hilarious exchange between Larry and Bob, highlighting their classic comedic dynamic. Larry, singing in Spanish, playfully teases Bob’s inability to dance, while Bob, as the reluctant interpreter, has to translate Larry’s taunts into English. The humor comes from the witty banter and the contrast between Larry’s smooth moves and Bob’s supposed clumsiness, making it a funny VeggieTales song about self-confidence and good-natured teasing.
Funny Line: “Look at the tomato. Isn’t it sad? He can’t dance. Poor tomato. He wishes he could dance like the cucumber, free and smooth, but he can’t.” “Ok, stop the music!”
5. “The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” from The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie
“The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” is perhaps one of the most widely recognized VeggieTales songs, even beyond the show itself. Its catchy tune and relatable lyrics about preferring relaxation to action have resonated with audiences of all ages. The song is a fun celebration of embracing your own pace and finding humor in everyday laziness, becoming a popular VeggieTales anthem about self-acceptance and finding your place.
Funny Line: “We are the pirates who don’t do anything. We just stay at home and lie around. And if you ask us to do anything, we’ll just tell you we don’t do anything.”
4. “I Love My Lips” from Dave And The Giant Pickle
“I Love My Lips” takes silliness to another level as Larry, in a psychiatrist’s office, declares his deep affection for his own lips. The song’s humor stems from its unexpected and slightly absurd premise, highlighting Larry’s quirky personality. It’s a memorable VeggieTales song that playfully explores self-love in a uniquely VeggieTales way.
Funny Line: “If my lips said ‘Adios, I don’t like you, I think you’re gross’, that’d be too bad. I might get mad.”
3. “Endangered Love (Barbara Manatee)” from King George And The Ducky
“Endangered Love” is a hilarious parody of dramatic love ballads. Larry serenades his Barbara Manatee toy while engrossed in a soap opera, creating a funny juxtaposition of real-world affection and over-the-top television drama. The song’s humor comes from Larry’s passionate performance and the silly questions he poses about Barbara Manatee’s fictional storyline, making it a uniquely funny VeggieTales love song.
Funny Line: “Barbara manatee, you are the one for me. Sent from up above, you are the one I love.”
2. “Where Have All The Staplers Gone” from Pistachio – The Little Boy That Woodn’t
“Where Have All The Staplers Gone” is a brilliant Broadway-style number lamenting the mysterious disappearance of office supplies. Sung by Larry and Petunia, the song’s theatrical flair and relatable office woes make it incredibly funny and engaging for adults and older children. It’s a testament to VeggieTales’ ability to create sophisticated humor that appeals to a broad audience, showcasing a clever VeggieTales parody song.
Funny Line: “Where have all the staplers gone? What happened to our paper clips? The ball point pens are gone again. They’re gone again! We’ve run out of packing slips.”
1. “Belly Button” from The Ballad Of Little Joe
“Belly Button” is often cited as the ultimate VeggieTales silly song, and for good reason. Featuring Mr. Lunt and the “Boyz in the Sink” (a Backstreet Boys/NSYNC parody group), the song is pure comedic genius. Mr. Lunt’s dramatic confession that he doesn’t have a belly button, delivered in a boy band style, is absurdly funny and incredibly catchy. This song perfectly encapsulates the zany, unforgettable humor that makes VeggieTales songs so beloved, and easily earns its place as the top VeggieTales song on our list.
Funny Line:
Verse 1 Mr. Lunt: (singing) Baby, I know your eyes see right through my disguise.Boyz: And no one can deny.
Mr. Lunt: Baby, that I’m the one whose love is no surprise.
Boyz: And he can’t tell you no lie.
Mr. Lunt: But there’s a secret I’ve been hidin’, I can’t keep it no more.
Boyz: There’s this thing about himself he’s never told you before!
Mr. Lunt: Baby!
Chorus
Boyz: He needs to tell you something!
Mr. Lunt: I don’t got a bellybutton!
Boyz: Bell-y-but-ton!
Mr. Lunt: Oh, I need to tell you something!
Boyz: Have you figured out? He don’t got a bellybutton!
Mr. Lunt & Boyz: Bellybutton, no! Oh, no no!
Conclusion
These top 10 VeggieTales songs are just a small sample of the musical fun and laughter that VeggieTales offers. If you’re looking for wholesome entertainment that’s both enjoyable and enriching for children, VeggieTales and its songs are an excellent choice. For those new to VeggieTales or fans wanting to revisit these classics, check out the “VeggieTales Official” YouTube channel where many of these songs can be found. Introduce these songs to your kids, and get ready for some family fun and maybe even a new favorite tune or two! What are some of your family’s favorite VeggieTales songs? Share them in the comments below!
