bobby vinton
the christmas tree
There once was a tree, a beautiful tree That grew in Fairy Land In winter time, the wind would blow Over the land of ice and snow, Bringing the sound of the laughter of children, Bringing the sounds of joy, Telling the tree of the wonder of Christmas For every girl and boy  Oh, how he wished they could come and see Just what a beautiful tree was he Oh, how he wished that he were a Christmas tree  One starry night, his branches so bright Were glistening in the snow And as he stood so silently, Wishing he were a Christmas tree Softly, there came from the forest around him Magic and jingling bells Nearer and nearer, they seemed to surround him, Weaving their magic spells  Oh, how he quivered with fright because There, right beside him, was Santa Claus Asking him if he'd be his Christmas tree  Now, in his fancy dress, he's the best Of all the Christmas trees, Playing with gifts and bon-bons too, Gay fairy lights of every hue He stands and waits for the children to see him Dressed in his party bells Oh, what a thrill when they see all the tinsel Round Mr. Robin's nest  And as he raises his arms so green, Santa agrees with the Fairy Queen He is a very beautiful Christmas tree He is a very beautiful Christmas tree