Mary's Boy Child / Oh My Lord
Boney m; Jester Hairston; Frank Farian; F. Jay Lyrics


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Mary's boy child, Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day
And man will live forevermore because of Christmas Day

Long time ago in Bethlehem, so the Holy Bible said
Mary's boy child, Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day

Hark, now hear the angels sing, a king was born today
And man will live forevermore because of Christmas Day
Mary's boy child, Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day

While shepherds watch their flocks by night
They see a bright new shining star
They hear a choir sing a song, the music seemed to come from afar

Hark, now hear the angels sing, a king was born today
And man will live forevermore because of Christmas Day

Mmh-mmh
Mmh-hmm
Mmh-mmh
Mmh-mmh-hmm
Mmh-mmh-mmh-hmm
Mmh-hmm-mmh-mmh

For a moment the world was aglow, all the bells rang out
There were tears of joy and laughter, people shouted
"Let everyone know, there is hope for all to find peace"

Oh my Lord
You sent Your son to save us
Oh my Lord
Your very self You gave us
Oh my Lord
That sin may not enslave us
And love may reign once more

Oh my Lord
When in the crib they found Him
Oh my Lord
A golden halo crowned Him
Oh my Lord
They gathered all around Him
To see Him and adore (this day will live forever)

Oh my Lord (so praise the Lord)
They had become to doubt You
Oh my Lord (He is the truth forever)
What did they know about You?
Oh my Lord (so praise the Lord)
But they were lost without You
They needed You so bad (His light is shining on us)

Oh my Lord (so praise the Lord)
With the child's adoration
Oh my lord (He is a personation)
There came great jubilation
Oh my Lord (so praise the Lord)
And full of admiration
They realized what they had (until the sun falls from the sky)

Oh my Lord (oh praise the Lord)
You sent Your son to save us
Oh my Lord (this day will live forever)




Your very self You gave us
Oh my Lord (so praise the Lord)

Overall Meaning

The song "Mary's Boy Child/Oh My Lord" recounts the story of the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day as described in the Holy Bible. The first stanza celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, who according to the song, is the reason why humankind will live forevermore. It also provides a geographic reference to Bethlehem, the town where Jesus was born. The second stanza reflects on the experience of the shepherds who were watching over their flocks when they were visited by angels who announced the birth of Jesus Christ. The birth of Jesus is seen as an event that brings hope and peace to humankind.


The song emphasizes the role of Jesus Christ in saving humanity from sin and enslavement. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "Oh my Lord," emphasizes the divinity of Jesus Christ and calls on all people to praise and adore him. The final stanza reflects on the significance of the birth of Jesus Christ, stating that it will live forever and that it represents an event of great jubilation and admiration.


Overall, "Mary's Boy Child/Oh My Lord" is a Christmas song that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and reflects on the hope and joy that this event brings to humankind. It emphasizes the Christian belief in the divinity of Jesus Christ and his role in saving humanity from sin and enslavement.


Line by Line Meaning

Mary's boy child, Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day
The Holy Bible reveals the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas day.


And man will live forevermore because of Christmas Day
Christmas is celebrated as a symbol of hope, new beginnings and eternal life for mankind.


Long time ago in Bethlehem, so the Holy Bible said
The story of Jesus Christ's birth took place in Bethlehem as recorded in the Holy Bible.


Hark, now hear the angels sing, a king was born today
Angels rejoiced the birth of Christ and proclaimed Him to be a King.


While shepherds watch their flocks by night
The shepherds were watching over their flocks of sheep on that silent night.


They see a bright new shining star
The shepherds saw the star which guided them to the birthplace of Christ.


They hear a choir sing a song, the music seemed to come from afar
The shepherds heard a heavenly choir singing a song which appeared to be coming from far away.


For a moment the world was aglow, all the bells rang out
The world seemed brighter and bells were ringing in joy and celebration for the birth of Christ.


There were tears of joy and laughter, people shouted
People were filled with emotions of joy and happiness and shouted in celebration.


"Let everyone know, there is hope for all to find peace"
Christmas is a time of hope and signifies that peace is possible for all mankind.


Oh my Lord
A call to worship and praise the Lord.


You sent Your son to save us
Acknowledging that Jesus was sent by God to save mankind from sin.


Your very self You gave us
God expressed His love by sacrificing His very self, in the form of Jesus, for the salvation of mankind.


That sin may not enslave us
Christ's sacrifice liberates mankind from the bondage of sin.


And love may reign once more
Christ's birth brings back the hope and possibility of love reigning in the world.


When in the crib they found Him
Refers to the moment when the baby Jesus was born and placed in a crib.


A golden halo crowned Him
A halo of divine light surrounded baby Jesus, signifying His divinity.


They gathered all around Him
People gathered around baby Jesus to see Him and marvel at His miraculous birth.


To see Him and adore (this day will live forever)
The birth of Christ is a moment to celebrate and remember for eternity.


They had become to doubt You
People had lost faith in God.


What did they know about You?
People lacked knowledge and understanding of God.


But they were lost without You
Without God, people felt lost and aimless.


They needed You so bad (His light is shining on us)
People needed God's light and guidance in their lives.


With the child's adoration
The baby Jesus received adoration from those who believed.


There came great jubilation
There was great joy and happiness in the birth of Christ.


And full of admiration
People recognized the beauty and wonder of Christ's birth.


They realized what they had (until the sun falls from the sky)
People understood the significance of Christ's birth and vowed to remember it for eternity.


He is the truth forever
Christ's teachings and message of truth continue to endure over time.


He is a personation
Christ is a representation of God, embodying His love and message for mankind.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Fred Jay, Frank Farian, Jester Hairston

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