The road that leads to Bethlehem
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It goes down to the valley that the snow covered
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The little shepherds want to see their king
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They bring him gifts in their humble satchel
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He has been born in a Bethlehem manger
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I would like to lay at your feet
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some present that pleases you, Lord
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But you already know that I'm poor too
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and I own nothing but an old drum
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In your honor in front of the manger I'll play
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The road that leads to Bethlehem
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I keep time with my old drum
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There's nothing better that I can offer you
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Its hoarse accent is a song of love
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When God saw me playing before Him