The lyrics of "Cradle of Love" quote several well known nursery rhymesAquila, Richard (1989). That Old-time Rock & Roll: A Chronicle of an Era, 1954-1963, University of Illinois Press. p. 66. Retrieved April 4, 2018. with variations that tie them to the song's title. The song's chorus quotes Rock-a-bye Baby, the first verse quotes Jack Be Nimble, the second verse quotes Hey Diddle Diddle, and the third verse quotes Jack and Jill.JOHNNY PRESTON "Cradle Of Love" OldieLyrics. Accessed July 25, 2015
