The Holly and the Ivy

Vanessa Lynn Williams (born March 18, 1963) is an American singer, actress, and fashion designer. She initially gained recognition as the first woman of African-American descent to receive the Miss America title when she was crowned Miss America 1984 in 1983. However, a scandal arose the following year when, a few weeks prior to the end of her reign, Williams learned that Penthouse magazine would be publishing unauthorized nude photographs of her in an upcoming issue. Amid growing media controversy and scrutiny, Williams resigned as Miss America in July 1984 (under pressure from the Miss America Organization), and was replaced by first runner-up Miss New Jersey Suzette Charles. Thirty-two years later, Miss America CEO Sam Haskell offered her a public apology … more »

Year:: 2004
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The holly and the ivy,
When they are both full grown,
Of all the trees that are in the wood,
The holly wears the crown.

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O the rising of the sun,
The running of the deer,
The playing of the merry organ,
Sweet singing in the choir
Sweet singing in the choir.
The holly bears a blossom

As white as lily flower
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
To be our sweet Savior

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The holly bears a berry
As red as any blood
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
To do poor sinners good.

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The holly bears a prickle
As sharp as any thorn
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
On Christmas day in the morn

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The holly bears a bark
As bitter as any gall
And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
For to redeem us all.

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The holly and the ivy,
When they are both full grown,
Of all the trees that are in the wood,
The holly wears the crown.

[Chorus]

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Written by: LALO SCHIFRIN, . TRADITIONAL

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