Meece often incorporates classical piano works into his songs. "This Time" (from LEARNING TO TRUST) borrows its opening section, bridge and ending tag from Chopin's "Revolutionary Etude" (Op. 10, No. 12) in C minor. Similarly, the introductory melody for "You Can Go" (from the album 7) is taken from Bach's Two-Part Invention No. 13 in A Minor (BWV 784) and "Falling Down" (from COUNT THE COST) has its basis in a sonata by Mozart.
His song "We Are the Reason" has been recorded by over 200 other artists and CHRONOLOGY's "Seventy-Times-Seven" peaked at No. 77 in Australia's Top 100 chart. David worked with Canadian Juno Award winner Gino Vannelli for his albums CHRONOLOGY and CANDLE IN THE RAIN.
David and his wife currently live in Franklin, Tennessee.
One Small Child
David Meece Lyrics
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One small dream of a Savior tonight
One small hand reaching out to the starlight
One small Savior of life
One king bringing his gold and riches
One king ruling an army of might
One king kneeling with incense and canglelight
See Him lying a cradle beneath Him
See Him smiling in the stall
See His mother praising His Father
See His tiny eyelids fall
See the shepherds kneeling before Him
See the kings on bended knee
Oh, See the mother praising the Father
See the Blessed infant sleep.
One small child in a land of a thousand
One small dream of a Savior tonight
One small hand reaching out to the starlight
One small Savior of life
Ooo ... Oh ... Oh ... Oh ...
One small child Oh ...
One small child Oh ...
The song 'One Small Child' by David Meece explores the fundamental Christian belief that Jesus Christ, the savior of humanity, was born as a vulnerable human infant in a humble manger. The opening verse describes the contrast between the power and majesty of the world's rulers and the humble circumstances of Jesus' birth. In this verse, Meece poses a rhetorical question, highlighting the difference between the abundance of the world's power and the humble beginnings of a small, defenseless child. The phrase 'One small dream of a savior tonight' highlights the miraculous hope that the birth of Jesus brings to the world, despite his seemingly insignificant entrance into the world.
The second verse describes in more detail the scene of Christ's birth, with references to the various characters surrounding the infant Christ. The contrast between the humble, common shepherds and the wealthy, powerful kings depicts the universality of Christ's message and the ways in which it transcends boundaries of class and status. The chorus acts as a refrain, underscoring the theme of the wonder and awe of a savior being born in such an unremarkable place, further highlighting the smallness and vulnerability of Christ's humanity.
In summary, the lyrics of 'One Small Child' poetically describe the wonder and awe that accompanies the belief in the miracle of Christ's birth, with an emphasis on the contrast between his smallness and vulnerability as a human infant and his great meaning as the savior of humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
One small child in a land of a thousand
There is only one newborn child in a place surrounded by numerous other people.
One small dream of a Savior tonight
It is believed that this child is the promised savior everyone has been waiting for.
One small hand reaching out to the starlight
The child reaches out to the star above, which is believed to guide the wise men.
One small Savior of life
The child is not just any ordinary baby, but a savior of humankind.
One king bringing his gold and riches
A wealthy king presents his valuable treasures to the newborn baby.
One king ruling an army of might
An influential king commands a powerful army in his kingdom.
One king kneeling with incense and canglelight
A king bows down in respect under the light of a candle and offers incense to the baby.
One king bringing us life
The birth of the baby symbolizes hope and new life for all people, including the king himself.
See Him lying a cradle beneath Him
The baby lies in a manger, with the cradle beneath him.
See Him smiling in the stall
The baby is happy and content in the stable.
See His mother praising His Father
The mother of the child is thanking and praising God for giving her a son and savior.
See His tiny eyelids fall
The baby slowly falls asleep, closing his tiny eyes.
See the shepherds kneeling before Him
The humble shepherds kneel in awe and respect in front of the child who is the promised savior.
See the kings on bended knee
The three wise kings bow down on their knees in front of the baby savior.
Oh, See the mother praising the Father
The mother gives thanks to God, recognizing that the baby is a gift from Him.
See the Blessed infant sleep.
The blessed baby falls asleep peacefully, as everyone around him marvels at his presence.
One small child in a land of a thousand
Once again emphasizing the fact that there is only one newborn child amongst many others in the area.
One small dream of a Savior tonight
Reiterating that this new baby is believed to be the promised savior everyone has hoped and prayed for.
One small hand reaching out to the starlight
Once again portraying the baby as reaching out to the guiding star above.
One small Savior of life
The reminder that this child is not just any ordinary baby, but a savior of humankind.
Ooo ... Oh ... Oh ... Oh ...
Musical interlude.
One small child Oh ...
Closing statement, emphasizing the importance of the One small child.
One small child Oh ...
Finalizing the importance and significance of the One small child.
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Written by: DAVID MEECE
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