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Little Drummer Boy
[unknown] Lyrics
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A newborn king to see (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
Our finest gifts we bring (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
To lay before the king (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
So, to honor Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
When we come
Baby Jesus (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I am a poor boy too (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I have no gifts to bring (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
That's fit to give our king (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
Shall I play for you (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
On my drum?
Mary nodded (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
The ox and lamb kept time (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I played my drum for Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I played my best for Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
Then, He smiled at me (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
Me and my drum
The song "Little Drummer Boy" depicts a young boy who wishes to pay tribute to baby Jesus but is not able to bring any gifts for him. The boy offers to play his drum for the newly born King instead, and Mary nods in approval. As he plays his drum, the animals around keep time to his playing, and the baby Jesus smiles at him.
The lyrics of the song highlight the importance of offering one's talents and skills to glorify God. When the boy realizes he does not have any lavish presents like the others, he offers his drumming talent, which proves to be enough. The song teaches the lesson of the importance of humility; even a simple gesture like playing a drum can be a source of joy and delight for others. Additionally, the song brings out the message of the beautiful exchange between the lowly shepherd and the King of kings.
Line by Line Meaning
Come, they told me (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I was summoned (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
A newborn king to see (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
To witness the newborn king (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
Our finest gifts we bring (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
We bring offerings of our best possessions (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
To lay before the king (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
To present these offerings as an act of reverence and worship for the king (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Drumming sound)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Drumming sound)
So, to honor Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
We do this to honor and celebrate Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
When we come
When we arrive
Baby Jesus (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
Infant Jesus (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I am a poor boy too (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I am also impoverished (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I have no gifts to bring (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I have nothing to offer as a gift (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
That's fit to give our king (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
That is suitable to offer to our king (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Drumming sound)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Drumming sound)
Shall I play for you (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
May I entertain you by playing my drum (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
On my drum?
On my instrument?
Mary nodded (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
Mary responded with a nod of approval (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
The ox and lamb kept time (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
The animals, ox and lamb, were in sync with the beat of my drum (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I played my drum for Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I performed a musical offering for Him using my drum (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I played my best for Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
I played my highest quality of music as an expression of devotion for Him (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Drumming sound)
(Rum-pa-pum-pum)
(Drumming sound)
Then, He smiled at me (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
In response, He smiled at me to show appreciation (pa-rum-pa-pum-pum)
Me and my drum
Me and my instrument
Contributed by Bailey D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@PeterHollens
Yes. This is amazeballs.
@Eric-ur8hm
I'm switching when I say awesomesauce to say amazeballs instead. Thank you Mr. Hollens!
@oliviaellsion4967
lol thats from my favroite movie (amaxballs)
@AylAbellz
YES PETER
@connerd5647
That is correct. It is amazeballs. love your channel Peter. I sing A Capella as well.
@ashleyblack8476
yessir, I agree 600% with you.
@Cassio81863636
the bass man voice is one of the most beautiful voices.
@Radwar99
bella luvv Mitch isn't Bass, Avi is.
@Cassio81863636
true.
@littledrumergirl2361
Are you crazy mitch isn't the base guy
Hehe i like mitch's voice