C G C F
[Verse 1]
C
The holly and the ivy
F C
When they are both full grown
F C
Of all trees that are in the wood
G C
The holly bears the crown
[Verse 2]
C F C
Oh, the rising of the sun
F C
And the running of the deer
F C
The playing of the merry organ
G C
Sweet singing in the choir
[Verse 3]
C F C
The holly bears a blossom
F C
As white as lily flower
F C
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
G C
To be our dear Saviour
[Verse 4]
C F C
Oh, the rising of the sun
F C
And the running of the deer
F C
The playing of the merry organ
G C
Sweet singing in the choir
