Our Revels Now Begin

As I sit here with cup in hand with good folk at my side
I will cast off and leave behind all the toils I abide
I will stand up to give a toast before tis time to part
But our blessings are so plentiful I know not where to start
So good people stand tall companions dear and good
Permit this sentimental call and join in if you would
Whether high birth or low, whether stranger or kin
Whether friendly or foe let our revels now begin
As each of us gathered here we have left our woes behind
And we passed around the pipe and bowl and together we dine
We shall drink and be merry now and past this time as one
And raise up our voice in song until this night is done
So good people stand tall companions dear and good
Permit this sentimental call and join in if you would
Whether high birth or low, whether stranger or kin
Whether friendly or foe let our revels now begin
Our time here is ending soon so remember this refrain
And hold tight to these memories until we meet again
And I pray you a safe return as you make way to your home
And remember our reveries where ever you may roam
So good people stand tall companions dear and good
Permit this sentimental call and join in if you would
Whether high birth or low, whether stranger or kin
Whether friendly or foe let our revels now begin
Good people stand tall companions dear and good
Permit this sentimental call and join in if you would
Whether high birth or low, whether stranger or kin
Whether friendly or foe let our revels now begin