Unlike most boy bands, they formed independently and were later picked up by a record label, rather than being assembled by a label or a producer. They have sold over 10 million records worldwide and achieved eight top 40 singles in the U.S. In the late 90s to the early 00s, the group reached top-five on the Billboard Hot 100 with the songs "Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche)", "Because of You", "The Hardest Thing" and "Thank God I Found You" (with Mariah Carey and Joe); the latter as featured artists, topping the chart also making it their first and only number-one song.
The group reunited for a one-time performance at Mixtape Festival in Hershey, PA in August 2012. After the performance, the reunion expanded into a new album and a spot on "The Package" tour in 2013.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
98º Lyrics
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Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Saviour
Was born upon this day
To save us all from Satan's power
When we were gone astray
O tidings of comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy!
From God our heavenly Father
This blessed angel came
And unto certain shepherds
Brought tidings of the same
How that in Bethlehem was born
The Son of God by name
O tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy!
O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light
Born a king on Bethlehem's plain
Gold I bring to crown Him again
King forever, ceasing never
Over us all to reign
O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light
Glorious now behold Him arise
King and God and sacrifice
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Worshipping God most high
O, star of wonder, star of night
Star with royal beauty bright
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guide us to thy perfect light
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
In "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," 98º sings about the birth of Jesus Christ and the tidings of comfort and joy that come with it. The song urges listeners to remember the significance and power of Christ's birth, particularly in saving humanity from Satan's grip. The words are a call to stay faithful and not despair at difficult times, but instead find strength and hope in the story of Christ's birth.
The lyrics tell of the announcement of Jesus' birth made by an angel to shepherds in Bethlehem. The angel tells the shepherds the good news, that the Son of God has been born, bringing comfort and joy to the world. The last section of the song speaks of the kings who brought gifts to the baby Jesus, including gold. The chorus repeats throughout the song, reiterating the message of comfort and joy that Christ's birth represents.
Line by Line Meaning
God rest ye merry, gentlemen
May you all have a peaceful and joyful holiday season
Let nothing you dismay
Do not worry or become anxious about anything
Remember Christ our Saviour
Keep in your thoughts and hearts the birth of Jesus, who came to save us
Was born upon this day
Jesus was born on this special day
To save us all from Satan's power
Jesus came to rescue us from the evil and destructive force of Satan
When we were gone astray
When we had turned away from God and lost our way
O tidings of comfort and joy
These are joyful and comforting news
Comfort and joy
A source of comfort and happiness
From God our heavenly Father
This message comes from our loving creator in heaven
This blessed angel came
An angel was sent to deliver this blessed message
And unto certain shepherds
The angel appeared to some shepherds
Brought tidings of the same
Shared the same news with the shepherds
How that in Bethlehem was born
Jesus was born in Bethlehem
The Son of God by name
He is the Son of God, as his name indicates
O, star of wonder, star of night
This star is a wondrous and bright light that appeared at night
Star with royal beauty bright
An unusually brilliant star with regal beauty
Westward leading, still proceeding
Guiding those journeying from the east to the west
Guide us to thy perfect light
Lead us to your perfect illumination
Born a king on Bethlehem's plain
Jesus was born in a humble manger, but he is still a king
Gold I bring to crown Him again
The wise men brought gifts of gold to honor Jesus as their king
King forever, ceasing never
Jesus is an eternal king who will never relinquish his reign
Over us all to reign
His authority extends over all of us
Glorious now behold Him arise
He is now rising up in glory and splendor
King and God and sacrifice
He is both a king and a god, as well as the ultimate sacrifice for our sins
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Praise God for this wonderful news!
Worshipping God most high
Giving homage to the Almighty
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May you all have a peaceful and joyful holiday season; do not worry or become anxious about anything
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May you all have a peaceful and joyful holiday season; do not worry or become anxious about anything
God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay
May you all have a peaceful and joyful holiday season; do not worry or become anxious about anything
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nick Lachey, Esbjorn Svensson, Andrew Lachey, Jeffrey Timmons, Anders Bagge, Arnthor Birgisson
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