Riu Chiu [English translation]

Riu riu chiu hear the joyful singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

Riu riu chiu hear the joyful singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

Hear the song of peace he brings to every nation

calling all to join join their heart in jubilation

No more needles war no more hunger for the poor

let the world unite helping one another more

riu riu chiu hear the joyful singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

hear the song of hope come out in lyrics form

like a whip-poor-will who did weather through the storm

always look beyond good is waiting in the wing

when you find it come come and join us now and sing

Riu riu chiu hear the joyful singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

hear the song of love he brings to all creation

bringing joy to all at this time of celebration

for the season now stands for love and hope and peace

carry it beyond never let the singing cease

Riu Riu Chiu hear the joyful singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing

message of delight the knighting gail is singing