Twelve Days Of Chritmas
Harry Belafonte · Other Songs - Harry Belafonte
A partridge in a pear tree
On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the third day of Christmas, my true love gave to me three French hens
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves
And a partridge in a pear tree
On the fifth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Six geese a layin', five golden rings, four calling birds
Three French hens two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the seventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Seven swans a swimmin', six geese a layin', five golden rings
Four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves
And a partridge in a pear tree
On the eighth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Eight maids a milkin', seven swans a swimmin'
Six geese a layin', five golden rings,
four calling birds, three French hens
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the ninth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Nine [Incomprehensible], eight maids a milkin', seven swans a swimmin'
Six geese a layin', five golden rings,
four calling birds, three French hens
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the tenth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Ten ladies dancin', nine [Incomprehensible], eight maids a milkin'
Seven swans a swimmin', six geese a layin', five golden rings
Four calling birds, three French hens
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the eleventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Eleven pipers pipin', ten ladies dancin', nine [Incomprehensible]
Eight maids a milkin', seven swans a swimmin'
Six geese a layin', five golden rings,
four calling birds, three French hens
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me
Twelve drummers drummin', eleven pipers pipin', ten ladies dancin'
Nine [Incomprehensible], eight maids milkin', seven swans a swimmin'
Six geese a layin' five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens
Two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree
Harry Belafonte - Twelve Days Of Christmas
Harry Belafonte's rendition of the traditional carol "Twelve Days of Christmas" exemplifies his mastery of folk and calypso-infused popular music. As a defining figure in mid-20th-century American entertainment, Belafonte brought a distinct rhythmic vitality to standard holiday fare, often infusing recordings with the warmth and energy characteristic of his broader discography. This performance aligns with his reputation for elevating traditional material through dynamic vocal delivery and sophisticated arrangement. While the song remains a staple of the Christmas season, Belafonte's interpretation stands out within his extensive catalogue of recordings, reflecting his ability to connect with audiences across diverse genres. His work on this track contributes to a lasting legacy of vocal excellence that continues to influence performers in the folk and pop traditions.