Verse 1CFC
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
G7F/CC
The little Lord Jesus lay down his sweet head.
FC
The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,
G7CDmC
The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.
Verse 2CFC
The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,
G7F/CC
But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.
FC
I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky
G7CDmC
And stay by my cradle til morning is nigh.
Verse 3AmFC
Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay
EmF/CC
Close by me forever, and love me, I pray
AmFC
Bless all the dear children in thy tender care,
G7CDmC
And take us to heaven, to live with Thee there.
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