Away in a Manger - Traditional Christmas Carol
This version is best for singing to by a choir or congregation as it suits many people vocal range
Hope you enjoy just as my Church will at this Christmas Mass
[Intro]
C7 F Gm C F
[Verse 1]
F F D7 Gm
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
C7 F Gm C
The little Lord Jesus lay down his sweet head.
F F D7 Gm
The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,
C7 F Gm C F
The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.
[Verse 2]
F F D7 Gm
The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,
C7 F Gm C
But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.
F F D7 Gm
I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky
C7 F Gm C F
And stay by my cradle til morning is nigh.
[Verse 3]
F F D7 Gm
Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay
C7 F Gm C
Close by me forever, and love me, I pray
F F D7 Gm
Bless all the dear children in thy tender care,
C7 F Gm C F
And take us to heaven, to live with Thee there.