For other versions of this work, see O Tannenbaum.
GERMAN FOLK SONG.
O evergreen, O evergreen,
How are thy leaves so verdant;
Not only in the summer time
But e'en in winter is thy prime;
O evergreen, O evergreen,
How are thy leaves so verdant?
O evergreen, O evergreen,
We sing in happy measure.
Thy praise who dost our Christmas greet
With verdure fair and mem'ries sweet.
O evergreen, O evergreen,
Tree of unfailing treasure.
O evergreen, O evergreen,
Thy garb unfading showeth
The flower of joy about my door,
Good cheer that faileth nevermore.
O evergreen, O evergreen,
My heart thy lesson knoweth.