You don't like lima beans You don't like brussel sprouts You don't want to eat your greens You just want to spit it out You don't like Shake 'N Bake You don't want to eat tofu You just want to eat your cake So your mother says to you... Clear your plate Eat your beans You get no dessert If you don't clear your plate If you don't use a spoon I'll put you in your place I'll send you to your room If you don't wash your face Broccoli is good for you You should eat your cabbage too Have a helping of beef stew So now I say to you... Clear your plate Eat your beans You get no dessert If you don't clear your plate