The Wassail Song
Part I
1. Here we come a-wassailing
Among the leaves so green;
Here we come a-wand’ring,
So plainly to be seen.
Chorus
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!
2. Our wassail cup is made
Of the rosemary tree,
And so is your beer
Of the best barley.
Love and joy, etc.
3. 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.
4. Good master and good mistress,
As you sit by the fire
Pray think of us poor children
A-wandering in the mire.
Love and joy, etc.