This is a rhyme which the boys sing on St Stephens Day when they are going round with the wren.
"The wren, the wren the king of all birds
On St. Stephen's day she was caught in the firs.
Although she is little
her family is great
Rise up (kind) landlady
and give us a treat
My old coat is "tore" and my feet are sore
From following the wren
the day before
Up with the kettle and ...