The first Noel
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The angels did say
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Was to certain poor shepherds
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In fields as they lay
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In fields where they
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Lay keeping their sheep
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On a cold winter's night
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That was so deep
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Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
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Born is the King of Israel
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Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
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Born is the King of Israel
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What Child is this who laid to rest
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On Mary's lap is sleeping?
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Whom Angels greet with anthems sweet,
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While shepherds watch are keeping?
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This, this is Christ the King,
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Whom shepherds guard and Angels sing;
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Haste, haste, to bring Him laud,
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The Babe, the Son of Mary.
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So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh,
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Come peasant, king to own Him;
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The King of kings salvation brings,
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Let loving hearts enthrone Him.
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Raise, raise a song on high,
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The virgin sings her lullaby.
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Joy, joy for Christ is born,
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The Babe, the Son of Mary.
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This, this is Christ the King,
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Whom shepherds guard and Angels sing;
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Haste, haste, to bring Him laud,
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The Babe, the Son of Mary.
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What Child Is This? (First Noel Prelude)
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Francesca Battistelli |