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'Twas The Night Before Christmas chords by
Steve Lawrence
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Key: Bb major•
Verse 1
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Bm
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T 'was the night before
Am
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Christmas and all through the house
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Not a creature was stirring,
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not even a mouse
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The stockings were hung by
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the chimney with care
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In hopes that

Saint
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Nicholas soon would be there
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The children were nestled
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all snug in their beds
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While visions of sug ar plums
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danced in their heads

And
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Ma in her kerchief and I in my cap
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Am
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Had just settled down for a long winter nap
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When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter I
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sprang from my bed to see what was the matter
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The moon on the crest of
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the new -fallen snow
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Gave a luster of midday
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to objects below
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Then what to my wondering
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eye s should appear
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But a miniature sleigh and
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eight tiny reindeer
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With a little old driver so lively and quick
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I knew in a moment it must be

St.
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Nick
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A round little face and a round little belly
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That shook when he laughed
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like a bowl full of jelly
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His eyes how they twinkled, his dimples how merry,
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his cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry.
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He spoke not a word,
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but went straight to his work.
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He filled all the stockings,
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then turned with a jerk,
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And laying his finger aside at his nose
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Then giving a nod up the chimneys
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He sprang to his sleigh,
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to the team gave a whistle
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And away they all flew like
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the down on a thistle
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But I heard him explain,
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as he drove out of sight,
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Merry
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Christmas to all,
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Merry
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Christmas to all,

Merry
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Christmas to all,

Merry
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Christmas to all,
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Merry to all, to all,
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And to all, a good night
Outro 1
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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of 'Twas The Night Before Christmas?

The original key of 'Twas The Night Before Christmas by Steve Lawrence is Bb major.

What are the main chords for 'Twas The Night Before Christmas?

The primary chords used in 'Twas The Night Before Christmas are Bb, Dm, Cm, Eb, F, Gm.

Do I need a capo to play 'Twas The Night Before Christmas?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 3 fret.

Is 'Twas The Night Before Christmas beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Bb, Dm, Cm, Eb, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of 'Twas The Night Before Christmas?

The tempo of 'Twas The Night Before Christmas is approximately 98 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for 'Twas The Night Before Christmas?

You can easily change the key of 'Twas The Night Before Christmas using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

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