Christmas in Killarney Lyrics
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Christmas in Killarney
The holly green, the ivy green
The prettiest picture you've ever seen
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
It's nice, ya know, to kiss your beau
While cuddlin' under the mistletoe
And Santa Clause, ya know of course
Is one of the boys from home
The door is always open
The neighbours pay a call
And Father John, before he's gone
Will bless the house and all
Our hearts are light
Our spirits bright
We'll celebrate our joy tonight
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
The holly green, the ivy green
The prettiest picture you've ever seen
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
It's nice, ya know, to kiss your beau
While cuddlin' under the mistletoe
And Santa Clause, ya know of course
Is one of the boys from home
We'll decorate the Christmas tree
When all the family's here
Around the roarin' fire
We will raise a cup of cheer
There's gifts to bring
And songs to sing
And laughs to make the rafters ring
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
The holly green, the ivy green
The prettiest picture you've ever seen
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
It's nice, ya know, to kiss your beau
While cuddlin' under the mistletoe
And Santa Clause, ya know of course
Is one of the boys from home
[Instrumental]
The holly green, the ivy green
The prettiest picture you've ever seen
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
It's nice, ya know, to kiss your beau
While cuddlin' under the mistletoe
And Santa Clause, ya know of course
Is one of the boys from home
We'll take the horse and sleigh all
Across the fields a-snow
Listenin' to the jingle bells
Everywhere we go
How grand it feels
To click your heels
And dance away to the jigs and reels
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
The holly green, the ivy green
The prettiest picture you've ever seen
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
It's nice, ya know, to kiss your beau
While cuddlin' under the mistletoe
And Santa Clause, ya know of course
Is one of the boys from home
The holly green, the ivy green
The prettiest picture you've ever seen
I'm handin' you no blarney
No matter where you roam
It's Christmas in Killarney
With all of the folks at home
Song Details
Songwriters: John Redmond, James Cavanaugh and Frank Weldon (1950).
First Recording by Bing Crosby in 1951.
Song Brief:
A cheerful and nostalgic song that captures the essence of a traditional Irish Christmas. It celebrates the beauty of Killarney, the joyous traditions of the season, and the spirit of community and togetherness that make Christmas a special time in the town.
- Killarney: Located in County Kerry on the shores of Lough Leane in southwest Ireland (often called "The Kingdom"), is famous for its National Park and scenic beauty.
- The Holly and the Ivy: A reference to two evergreens traditionally associated with the Christmas season. Holly and ivy were long used to decorate homes in winter, symbolising life, protection, and good fortune during the colder months.
- Mistletoe: A winter evergreen traditionally hung in homes during the Christmas season. It has long been associated with good luck, hospitality, and the custom of sharing a friendly kiss beneath its branches.
Genre: Christmas
Covers: Ruby Murray, Bobby Vinton, Joan Morrissey, Anne Murray, The Irish Rovers, Neil Diamond.
Featured Artists: The Irish Rovers
Album: Songs Of Christmas
Released: 1999
Country: Canada
Format: CD
Label: Rover Records
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