A little birdie told me

Meaning

A playful way to say you have a secret source.

Usage

Used when hinting at inside knowledge.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Old nursery rhyme referencing birds as messengers.

Used in English conversation for decades.