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Description:
Translated from "Berger, Secoue Ton Sommeil Profond" this Besançon carol, from the eastern part of France, appeared in the "Recueil de Noëls anciens au patois de Besançon," which was published in 1842. The melody is probably from the seventeenth century.
Lyrics:
1. Shepherd, shake off your drowsy sleep, Rise and leave your silly sheep; Angels from Heav'n around are singing, Tidings of great joy are bringing. Shepherd! the chorus come and swell! Sing Noel, O sing Noel! ---- 2. See how the flow'rs all burst anew, Thinking snow is summer dew; See how the stars afresh are glowing, All their brightest beams bestowing. Shepherd! the chorus come and swell! Sing Noel, O sing Noel! --- 3. Shepherd, then up and quick away! Seek the Babe ere break of day. He is the hope of ev'ry nation, All in Him shall find salvation. Shepherd! the chorus come and swell! Sing Noel, O sing Noel! | 
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