[Verse 1]
The holly and the ivy
When they are both full grown
Of all the trees that are in the wood
The holly bears the crown

[Chorus]
Oh, the rising of the sun
And the running of the deer
The playing of the merry organ
Sweet singing in the choir

[Verse 2]
The holly bears a blossom
As white as lily flower
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
To be our dear Savior

[Chorus]
Oh, the rising of the sun
And the running of the deer
The playing of the merry organ
Sweet singing in the choir