Happy New Year, the new year is here;
Children light firecrackers ─
Hear them crackle and bang!
Happy New Year, the new year is here;
Children laugh merrily ─
It's the Year of the _________.
Happy New Year, the new year is here;
All homes have been cleaned,
And signs hung for good luck.
Happy New Year, the new year is here;
Children wear new clothes,
And eat dumplings and cake.
Happy New Year, the new year is here;
The adults give red envelopes;
The children bow in thanks.
Happy New Year, the new year is here;
Everyone's in high spirits ─
Good luck in the new year!