God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen

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"God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen", also known as "God rest you merry, gentlemen" is a traditional English Christmas carol. While the author is unkown, the lyrics date back to the 15th cetury, with the song first published in 1833. The song has become a Christmas standard, with recordings ranging from Perry Como to Mariah Carey.
==References==
* In the premiere issue of Muppet Magazine, the song is spoofed in the "Muppet Holiday Songbook" as "Please Rest Ye Grumpy Gentlemen."
* A Very Muppet Christmas features the song "Please Rest Ye Grumpy Gentlemen."
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Category:Christmas References
Category:Musical References