Deck the Halls
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
Listen to the song
Hør sangen
About the carol Deck the Halls
“Deck the Halls” is a traditional Christmas carol recorded by Nat King Cole. The melody comes from a Welsh winter song, while the English lyrics became popular during the nineteenth century.
The song celebrates decorating and preparing for Christmas. Its lyrics focus on festive traditions, music and the excitement of the holiday season. The repeated “fa la la” refrain reflects the joyful spirit of singing together.
Nat King Cole’s smooth vocal style gives the traditional carol an elegant holiday sound. Its connection to Christmas comes from its celebration of decorations, music and seasonal cheer. “Deck the Halls” remains one of the most recognizable Christmas songs because of its lively and festive message.
