The First Noel
David Archuleta Lyrics
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The First Noel, the Angels did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay
In fields where they lay keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night that was so deep.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
They looked up and saw a star
Shining in the East beyond them far
And to the earth it gave great light
And so it continued both day and night.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
And by the light of that same star
Three Wise men came from country far
To seek for a King was their intent
And to follow the star wherever it went.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
(Alleluia)
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
Born is the King!
Oh, oh, oh
Noel, Noel,
The angels did sing
Noel, Noel
Oh, hmm, hmm
Hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm
David Archuleta's version of The First Noel is a classic Christmas carol that tells the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. The song opens with the angels announcing Jesus' birth to the shepherds who were watching their flocks at night in the fields. The shepherds were the first to receive the news and were told to go to find the baby wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger. The chorus states, "Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel," which means "Christmas news, a King is born in Israel." The word "Noel" originates from the French word for Christmas or "Nativité," which translates to "nativity."
In the second verse, the song describes the bright star that led the way to baby Jesus. This star was observed by some magi, commonly known as the 'Three Wise Men,' who came from faraway lands to witness the birth of the savior. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the significance of the King's arrival. The song concludes with a final repetition of the chorus, reminding listeners of the good news and joy surrounding the birth of Jesus.
Line by Line Meaning
The First Noel, the Angels did say
The first Christmas was announced by angels
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay
The shepherds were in the field when they heard the announcement
In fields where they lay keeping their sheep
The shepherds were working, taking care of their sheep
On a cold winter's night that was so deep.
It was a very cold night during the winter season
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
The shepherds were told that the King of Israel was born, which was a joyous message
They looked up and saw a star
The shepherds saw a bright star in the sky
Shining in the East beyond them far
The star was in the direction of the East and far away from where the shepherds were
And to the earth it gave great light
And so it continued both day and night.
The star illuminated the earth with its light, shining both day and night
And by the light of that same star
The star was used as a guide
Three Wise men came from country far
The Wise men traveled from a distant country to find the newborn King of Israel
To seek for a King was their intent
And to follow the star wherever it went.
Their purpose was to find the King of Israel, and they followed the star to find Him
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
(Alleluia)
The Wise men found the King of Israel, and it was a reason to celebrate and sing praises
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
Born is the King!
The birth of the King of Israel was a significant event to be acknowledged and revered
Noel, Noel,
The angels did sing
The angels sang in rejoicing the birth of the King of Israel
Noel, Noel
Oh, hmm, hmm
Hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm
The song ends with a repetition of the joyful message of the King's birth
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Written by: Traditional
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