Deck The Halls
Lou Rawls (Holiday) Lyrics

The holiday classic "Deck the Halls" is a song that celebrates the joy and merriment of the holiday season. The opening line "Deck the halls with boughs of holly" encourages decorating our homes with festive foliage, and as we join in the repetition of the chorus "Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la," we almost begin to feel the holiday cheer lift our spirits. The song continues to evoke a sense of nostalgia as we sing "Don we now our gay apparel" and "Troll the ancient Yule-tide carol."

The second verse continues to paint a picture of the festive season, as we are encouraged to "see the blazing Yule before us" and "strike the harp and join the chorus." We are invited to "follow me in merry measure" while being told of the "Yule-tide treasure," further reinforcing the idea of celebrating together during the holidays. The final verse brings us back to the present moment, acknowledging that another year has passed and we should "hail the new year" while singing "joyous, all together" in spite of any unpleasant weather.

Overall, Lou Rawls's rendition of "Deck the Halls" showcases the timeless charm of the song and reminds us to embrace the joy and warmth of the holidays with open hearts.