Did 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' lyrics once say 'colly birds' instead of 'calling birds'?

But some social media users have suggested a noticeable difference in one popular song in particular — "The Twelve Days of ...
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All the Animals in “The 12 Days of Christmas,” Explained by a Wildlife Nerd

Discover which species star in “The 12 Days of Christmas,” how they live, and whether they’d enjoy life as unusual holiday gifts.
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The 12 Days of Christmas, Clark County style

The instantly recognizable “The Twelve Days of Christmas” is a late 18th-century English carol. It’s been associated with many different tunes but the melody we know and love is English composer ...
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What are the 12 days of Christmas, and what do they mean?

Love it or hate it, the “The 12 Days of Christmas” is a staple tune of, well, Christmas. Singing it over and over again, or perhaps yucking it up to a popular parody, is one of many favorite Christmas ...
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What exactly are the '12 Days of Christmas'?

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The 12 Days of Christmas is a tradition most people know -- even if it's just part of the lyrics to the beloved song. But how much do we really know about it? Let's connect the dots.