PagineGod Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen is a traditional Christmas carol that begins “God rest ye merry, gentlemen, Let nothing you dismay…”. Below are the full public-domain lyrics to print and sing, links to free sheet music, its history and fun actions for kids.
God rest ye merry, gentlemen,
Let nothing you dismay,
Remember Christ our Saviour
Was born on Christmas Day.
O tidings of comfort and joy,
Comfort and joy,
O tidings of comfort and joy.
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen · words: Traditional English (18th century or earlier) · music: Traditional English · public domain · printed from pagineapp.com
Full hymn and choir arrangements of God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen are free because the song is in the public domain. Download them from these non-profit libraries:
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen is one of the oldest English carols still widely sung. “Rest ye merry” is old English for “keep you happy”.
Clap on each “comfort and joy”.
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The words are by Traditional English (18th century or earlier) and the music is a traditional english.
Yes. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen is in the public domain, so the lyrics on this page are free to print and sing at home, school or church.
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen is a good fit for children aged 6+. Try the actions on this page to keep little ones singing along.
🗓️ Updated October 2026