Here We Come A-Caroling
Nelson Riddle Orchestra And Chorus Lyrics
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Here we come a wandering, so fair to be seen.
Love and joy come to you, and to you your Wassail too,
And God bless you, and send you a happy new year,
And God send you a happy new year.
Our wassail cup is made of the rosemary tree,
And so is your beer of the best barley.
We are not daily beggars that beg from door to door,
But we are neighbours' children whom you have seen before.
Love and joy, etc.
Call up the butler of this house, put on his golden ring
Let him bring up his glass of beer, And better we shall sing.
Love and joy, etc.
We have got a little purse of stretching leather skin
We want a little of your money to line it well within.
Love and joy, etc.
Bring us out a table and spread it with a cloth
Bring us out some mouldy cheese, And some of your Christmas loaf.
Love and joy, etc.
God bless the master of this house, Likewise the mistress too,
And all the little children that round the table go.
Love and joy, etc.
Good master and good mistress while you're sitting by the fire, Pray think of us poor children who are wand'ring in the mire.
Love and joy, etc.
The lyrics to "Here We Come A-Caroling" by the Nelson Riddle Orchestra and Chorus convey the traditional practice of wassailing, a custom of going door-to-door singing and offering good wishes and blessings for the holiday season. The song speaks of spreading love, joy, and blessings to those being visited, symbolizing a sense of community and goodwill during the festive period.
The imagery of wandering among the green leaves with a wassail cup made of rosemary tree and enjoying beer made of the best barley reflects a sense of abundance and celebration. The references to God sending blessings and a happy new year express wishes for prosperity and happiness in the coming year, adding a spiritual dimension to the song's message.
The lyrics also highlight the humble nature of the carolers, emphasizing that they are not beggars but rather neighbors' children who have been seen before. This sentiment reinforces the idea of closeness and familiarity within the community, as well as the idea of mutual respect and support among individuals during the holiday season.
The verses where the carolers request the butler to bring out beer and sing better when presented with a glass further emphasize the jovial and festive spirit of the song. The references to a purse made of stretching leather skin and asking for a little money to line it suggest a playful exchange of goods and goodwill, symbolizing the sharing and generosity that are often associated with the holiday season.
Overall, "Here We Come A-Caroling" conveys a message of spreading love, joy, and blessings while celebrating the spirit of community and togetherness during the festive time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of traditional wassailing practices and highlight the themes of sharing, gratitude, and mutual goodwill that are synonymous with the holiday season.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: LEE EVANS, TRADITIONAL, PD TRADITIONAL
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@markherron1407
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@markherron1407
I forgot to wish you a Merry Christmas ⛄🎄!
@steveshome
Thanks, and same to you. Sounds like you're in the Christmas spirit already!