The Twelve Days of Christmas (carol)

"The Twelve Days of Christmas" is a traditional carol that describes a series of increasingly elaborate gifts given on each of the twelve days of Christmas, starting on December 25. The song features a cumulative structure, where each verse builds upon the previous one, listing gifts received from a "true love." The gifts range from birds, such as partridges and swans, to less common items like drummers and pipers. The song's repetitive and whimsical nature makes it a memorable and festive piece, often enjoyed during the holiday season, reflecting themes of generosity and celebration.