Deck The Halls
Sinatra & Crosby Lyrics


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Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
'Tis the season to be jolly
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Don we now our gay apparel
Fa-la-la, la-la-la, la-la-la.
Troll the ancient Yule-tide carol
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la.

See the blazing Yule before us.
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Strike the harp and join the chorus.
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Follow me in merry measure.
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
While I tell of Yule-tide treasure.
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la

Fast away the old year passes.
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Hail the new year, lads and lasses
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Sing we joyous, all together.
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la




heedless of the wind and weather.
Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la

Overall Meaning

The song "Deck the Halls" is a classic Christmas carol that is sung during the holiday season. The phrase "Deck the Halls with boughs of holly" serves as the opening line of the song and it primarily highlights the Christmas decorations that are essential in the holiday season. The verse commands the listeners to prepare for the joyous season by decorating with ornaments made of boughs of holly. The phrase "Troll the ancient Yuletide carol" suggests that the song is an old carol that has been sung for generations. The use of the word "troll" means to sing in a joyful, lively, and light-hearted manner.


The second verse of the song invites the listener to engage in musical activities. The phrase "See the blazing Yule before us, strikes the harp and join the chorus" invites people to listen to the melody of instrumental music played on a harp and encourages them to sing along with the song. The third verse "Fast away the old year passes, hail the new, lads and lasses" highlights the coming of the New Year and the excitement that it brings. The lyrics emphasize the importance of spreading joy and happiness despite the weather or other disruptions.


Overall, the song inspires people to come together and celebrate the festive season by singing and making merry. The song's lyrics emphasize the importance of coming together with loved ones, singing carols or other melodic tunes, playing musical instruments, and, of course, decorating the halls with ornaments.


Line by Line Meaning

Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Adorn the halls with branches of holly


Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Singing a joyful tune


'Tis the season to be jolly
It is the time of year to be happy


Don we now our gay apparel
Let us put on our festive clothing


Troll the ancient Yule-tide carol
Sing the traditional Christmas song in a lively manner


See the blazing Yule before us.
Observe the bright Yule log in front of us


Strike the harp and join the chorus.
Play the harp and sing along with everyone else


Follow me in merry measure.
Come with me and dance joyfully


While I tell of Yule-tide treasure.
As I talk about the gifts of the holiday season


Fast away the old year passes.
The old year goes by quickly


Hail the new year, lads and lasses
Celebrate the arrival of the new year


Sing we joyous, all together.
Let us sing joyfully, collectively


Heedless of the wind and weather.
Unconcerned about the wind and the weather




Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DEBBIE GATES, GARY POWELL, TRADITIONAL, PD TRADITIONAL

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