Carol, England (U.K.)
“I saw three ships (come sailing in)” is a traditional and popular Christmas carol from England.
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- I Saw Three Ships Sheet Music
Song Info
“I Saw Three Ships” is believed to date back to the 17th century. The lyrics describe the sighting of three ships sailing into Bethlehem on Christmas morning, carrying the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the baby Jesus.
The reference to three ships is thought to originate in the three ships that bore the purported relics of the Three Kings to Cologne Cathedral in the 12th century.
The melody of the song is upbeat and catchy, making it a popular tune for Christmas celebrations. Over the years, “I Saw Three Ships” has been recorded by many artists and has been adapted into various musical styles, including folk, rock, and classical.
I Saw Three Ships Sing-Along Video with Lyrics
Lyrics
1. I saw three ships come sailing in,
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
I saw three ships come sailing in,
On Christmas day in the morning.
2. And what was in those ships all three?
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
And what was in those ships all three?
On Christmas day in the morning.
3. Our Saviour Christ and his lady,
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
Our Saviour Christ and his lady,
On Christmas day in the morning.
4. Pray whither sailed those ships all three?
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
Pray whither sailed those ships all three?
On Christmas day in the morning.
5. Oh, they sailed into Bethlehem,
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
Oh, they sailed into Bethlehem,
On Christmas day in the morning.
6. And all the bells on earth shall ring,
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
And all the bells on earth shall ring,
On Christmas day in the morning.
7. And all the Angels in Heaven shall sing,
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
And all the Angels in Heaven shall sing,
On Christmas day in the morning.
8. And all the souls on earth shall sing,
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
And all the souls on earth shall sing,
On Christmas day in the morning.
9. Then let us all rejoice, amain,
On Christmas day, on Christmas day,
Then let us all rejoice, amain,
On Christmas day in the morning.
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