Up On The Housetop
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Out jumps good ol' Santa Claus [G D A]
Down through the chimney with lots of toys [D]
All for the little ones, Christmas joys [G D A7 D]
Ho, Ho, Ho! Who wouldn't go? [G D]
Ho, Ho, Ho! Who wouldn't go? [A7 D]
Up on the housetop, click, click, click. [D G]
Down through the chimney with good Saint Nick [D A7 D]
First comes the stocking of little Nell, O dear Santa, fill it well; Give
her a dolly that laughs and cries, One that will open and shut her eyes
Next comes the stocking of little Bill, Oh just see what a glorious fill.
Here is a hammer and lots of tacks, Also a ball and a whip that cracks.
How to play Up On The Housetop
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.