Buddy grew up in Macon, GA, amid its antebellum mansions, sultry summers, southern cooking and deep-south music culture. He spent his childhood learning dozens of folk songs on the ukulele and soon advanced to acoustic guitar, immersing himself in popular music mainstays of the time such as Elvis Presley, the Beatles, and Motown. Their infectious beat and obvious nods to roots music fueled Buddy's intense interest in the deeper historical origins of country, bluegrass and rhythm and blues music that are so evident in his music today.
Buddy collaborated with Mark Lowry to write Mary, Did You Know?, which has become something of a modern-day Christmas standard, with recordings by superstars such as Kenny Rogers & Wynonna, Kathy Mattea, Christopher Parkening & Kathleen Battle, Natalie Cole, Reba McEntire, Donny Osmond, Clay Aiken, Gary Chapman, and many others. Other songs penned by Buddy and recorded by other artists include He Is (Ashley Cleveland), Fall Down Children (The Whites) and Recovering Pharisee (Del McCoury).
Mary Did You Know?
Buddy Greene Lyrics
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Mary did you know that your baby boy will save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your baby boy has come to make you new?
This child that you've delivered, will soon deliver you
Mary did you know that your baby boy will give sight to a blind man?
Mary did you know that your baby boy will calm a storm with his hand?
Did you know that your baby boy has walked where angels trod?
Oh Mary did you know
The blind will see, the deaf will hear, the dead will live again
The lame will leap, the dumb will speak, the praises of the lamb
Mary did you know that your baby boy is Lord of all creation?
Mary did you know that your baby boy would one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby boy is heaven's perfect Lamb?
This sleeping child you're holding is the great I am
The song "Mary Did You Know?" reflects on Mary's thoughts and emotions as she carried and cared for baby Jesus, who was to become the Savior of the world. The lyrics explore the miraculous nature of Jesus' birth and the powerful impact He would have on humanity. The song asks Mary if she knew that her baby boy would perform miracles like walking on water, calming storms, and giving sight to the blind. It also asks if she knew that her son would be the Lamb of God and that He would rule the nations.
The lyrics are a beautiful tribute to the role Mary played in bringing Jesus into the world, as well as to the power, divinity, and significance of Jesus' life and ministry. The words also inspire feelings of reverence, awe, and wonder as listeners contemplate the magnitude of what God did through Jesus.
Overall, "Mary Did You Know?" is a moving and meaningful song that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas and offers comfort and hope to those who believe in Jesus.
Line by Line Meaning
Mary did you know that your baby boy will some day walk on water?
Did you know that your baby will perform miracles like walking on water?
Mary did you know that your baby boy will save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your baby is the savior of the world?
Did you know that your baby boy has come to make you new?
Did you know that your baby has come to bring salvation and change your life?
This child that you've delivered, will soon deliver you
Your child will become your savior and deliverer.
Mary did you know that your baby boy will give sight to a blind man?
Did you know that your baby will heal the blind and restore their sight?
Mary did you know that your baby boy will calm a storm with his hand?
Did you know that your baby has the power to calm even the wildest storms?
Did you know that your baby boy has walked where angels trod?
Did you know that your baby is divine and has walked among angels?
And when you kiss your little baby, you have kissed the face of God
When you kiss your child, you are also kissing the face of God who sent him.
The blind will see, the deaf will hear, the dead will live again
Your baby will perform miracles and bring people back to life.
The lame will leap, the dumb will speak, the praises of the lamb
Your baby will heal the sick and bring forth the worship of the lamb.
Mary did you know that your baby boy is Lord of all creation?
Did you know that your baby is the ruler of all creation?
Mary did you know that your baby boy would one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby will be the ruler of all nations?
Did you know that your baby boy is heaven's perfect Lamb?
Did you know that your baby is the perfect sacrifice for the sins of the world?
This sleeping child you're holding is the great I am
The child you hold is the same God who spoke to Moses and called himself 'I Am.'
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Buddy Greene, Mark Lowry
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Renee Brooks
Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene did you know that in 2019 this song is considered "the most beautiful Christmas song written in modern times?" It is so beautiful. Thank you both for giving it to us.
Jim Chumley
Every time I hear this song by Mark Lowry & Buddy Greene I raise my hands in worship.
John Ernest
Thank you Mark and Buddy for for sharing your passion for our LORD Jesus Christ
Fink Nottle
Beautiful song sung by the very makers of this song. Mark Lowry who wrote the lyric and Buddy Greene who composed the music. Can't get better than this.
jennifur sun
still like the first version by Buddy and Michael. got to see Buddy do this in person great show he puts on
Truth Seeker
Hands down the best version, by the originators.
wml West
Amen!
Robert Prestwidge
What an amazing song! I never ever get tired of hearing it. I first heard it sung by Mark as I have been listening to him for years. I love the passion that he sings with and Buddy is just amazing. Thank God for these 2 incredible Godly men.
kimmiedearie
Mark wrote the lyrics, Buddy wrote the music. Interpreted how they felt it when they wrote it, gorgeous!
Beta Jeyaraj
Wonderful to hear this Great Christmas Classic by the very makers of this song, Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene