Based on sales, Boyz II Men is one of the most successful R&B groups of all time, having recorded five #1 pop hits between 1992 and 1997. They have since topped sales of 25 million records. Three of their #1 hits, "End of the Road", "I'll Make Love to You", and "One Sweet Day" (a duet with Mariah Carey), set and broke records for the longest period of time a single remained at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Boyz II Men were originally signed to Motown Records from 1990 to 2000, at which point they were moved to parent label Universal Records. After the 2000 album Nathan Shawn Michael Wanya, Boyz II Men moved to Arista Records. In 2003, Michael McCary left the group due to chronic back problems resulting from scoliosis. As of 2005, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, and Nathan Morris continue to tour and record as a trio.
A Joyous Song
Boyz II Men Lyrics
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Our hearts find pleasure in the simplest of things
It brings joy to a child
When he sees all the decorations hanging all around
The birthday of our king
We sing praises to you
People gather around to see a tree
Light up the sky for all of the world to see
None makes more happier than this one
[Chorus:]
I see love all around this world
In every man, woman, boy, and girl
The time is so right and I'll say
Thank you Lord
It's so great to be alive
Because it's all about love
As we sit around the fire place
Windows fill with snow as it flutters down and gives the ground a glow
I feel your kisses
Your warm embrace
Kneeling as we pray
To thank our Lord for what he's done for us
Time stands so still
As I touch your hand it says things to me words never will
I feel it (it's easy to feel) peace all the way inside
Joy from a stranger as he walks by and says
Hi, Merry Christmas to you and yours
May you receive everything you wish for and more
I see love
[Chorus: Repeats 5X]
The Boyz II Men song A Joyous Song captures the essence of the holiday season - joy, love and togetherness. The opening lines of the song talk about how love overflows around this season and how our hearts find pleasure in the simplest of things. The joy that the decorations bring to children is emphasized. The song then moves on to the main theme - the birthday of our king. The lyrics express gratitude and the act of praising our Lord. It then moves to the Christmas tree that lights up the sky, visible for all the world to see. None of the other holidays can make us as happy as Christmas does.
The chorus of the song repeatedly emphasizes the message of love. It talks about seeing love in every man, woman, boy and girl around the world. The time is just right to appreciate the love around us, and gratitude towards the Lord is expressed for the wonderful feeling of being alive.
The song then describes the cozy, intimate moments of the holiday season where people sit around the fireplace, watching the snowflakes flutter down through the windows. The physical warmth of the loved ones and the emotional warmth of our Lord are felt during prayers. The feeling of peace brought about by the season is described, followed by the joy that a stranger spreads simply by greeting us, wishing us Merry Christmas, and hoping that we get everything we wish for and more. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus once again, emphasizing the theme of love.
Overall, the song A Joyous Song portrays the beauty of the holiday season, emphasizing the powerful feelings of love, joy and gratitude that make it so magical.
Line by Line Meaning
Love over flows around this season
During this season, love is abundant and overflowing.
Our hearts find pleasure in the simplest of things
We find happiness in the small things during this time of year.
It brings joy to a child
The decorations and festivities of the season bring happiness to children.
When he sees all the decorations hanging all around
The sight of the decorations brings delight to a child.
The birthday of our king
The holiday we celebrate is the birthday of Jesus Christ.
We sing praises to you
We sing songs of praise to honor Jesus Christ.
People gather around to see a tree
Families gather together to decorate and admire the Christmas tree.
Light up the sky for all of the world to see
The brightly lit Christmas lights shine for everyone to see and admire.
Of all the holidays that exist
Out of all the holidays that occur, this one is the most joyful.
None makes more happier than this one
This holiday brings more happiness than any other holiday.
I see love all around this world
Love can be found everywhere during this time of year.
In every man, woman, boy, and girl
People of all genders and ages are touched by the love of the season.
The time is so right and I'll say
The timing of the holiday is perfect and ideal.
Thank you Lord
We express gratitude and appreciation to God for the blessings of the season.
It's so great to be alive
We feel fortunate to be alive to experience the joys of the season.
Because it's all about love
The holiday is centered around the theme of love.
As we sit around the fire place
We gather around the warmth of the fireplace.
Windows fill with snow as it flutters down and gives the ground a glow
The snow outside makes the windows glow and brighten up the surroundings.
I feel your kisses
I feel the love and affection from my loved ones during this time of year.
Your warm embrace
I feel comforted by the embrace of my loved ones.
Kneeling as we pray
We express our gratitude and love to God through prayer.
To thank our Lord for what he's done for us
We acknowledge and express gratitude for God's blessings and gifts.
Time stands so still
Time seems to slow down during this season of warmth and love.
As I touch your hand it says things to me words never will
The physical touch and connection with my loved ones is more powerful than any words could express.
I feel it (it's easy to feel) peace all the way inside
I feel a sense of peace and contentment deep within myself.
Joy from a stranger as he walks by and says Hi, Merry Christmas to you and yours
Even strangers can bring joy and happiness during this season through cheerful greetings and well wishes.
May you receive everything you wish for and more
We hope and wish for abundance and blessings for ourselves and others.
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Written by: SHAWN STOCKMAN
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