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.
The group reunited for a one-time performance at Mixtape Festival in Hershey, PA in August 2012.
Oh Holy Night
98 Degrees Lyrics
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The stars are brightly shining
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
'Til he appeared and the soul felt its worth
A thrill of hope the weary soul rejoices
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn...
Fall on your knees
Oh hear the angel voices
Oh night divine
Oh night when Christ was born
Oh night divine
Oh night, oh night divine
Oh night divine
Oh night when Christ was born
Oh night divine
Oh night, oh night divine
(Divine)
The lyrics of "Oh Holy Night" by 98 Degrees paint a vivid picture of the magical and mystical night that Jesus Christ was born. The first verse starts with the imagery of brightly shining stars, setting the scene for the night of Christ's birth. The second line points to the significance of this night in Christianity, as it is the night of the savior's birth. The third line highlights how the world was lost in darkness prior to this event, dwelling in sin and error, longing for redemption. The fourth line shows the hope that Jesus brought to the world, the fire that ignited in one's soul as worth was given to them.
The second verse thrills the weary soul with the promise of a new and glorious morning breaking forth, sharing the reign of hope brought by Christ's birth. The chorus follows with a plea to fall on one's knees and hear the choir of angels sing. It is a call to humility, acknowledging that one is not alone, and that they are in the presence of something divine.
In conclusion, the lyrics of "Oh Holy Night" embody the love, faith, and hope that comes with the birth of Jesus Christ, and how it is a reminder of the beauty of redemption and hope in the midst of a dark, uncertain world.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh holy night
This night is sacred and pure
The stars are brightly shining
The stars are shining brightly on this special night
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth
This is the night when our beloved Savior was born
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
The world was in despair and darkness due to sin and ignorance for a long time
'Til he appeared and the soul felt its worth
But then, when he came, he gave us hope and made us realize our true value and worth
A thrill of hope the weary soul rejoices
A spark of hope makes the tired and exhausted soul rejoice
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn...
A new and wonderful morning is dawning on the horizon
Fall on your knees
Kneel down and pray
Oh hear the angel voices
Listen to the uplifting voices of angels
Oh night divine
This night is blessed and heavenly
Oh night when Christ was born
This is the night when Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was born
Oh night divine
This night is blessed and heavenly
Oh night, oh night divine
Oh, what a blessed and heavenly night this is
(Divine)
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