Die Flippers (The Flippers) are a German Schlager group from Baden-Württemb… Read Full Bio ↴Die Flippers (The Flippers) are a German Schlager group from Baden-Württemberg formed in 1964. They are one of the most successful Schlager groups ever, and have been constantly recording and releasing new music since their self-titled debut album (which was released in 1970). In total they have released 45 albums, 5 of which have gone platinum, 24 gold. They won a Goldene Stimmgabel( "golden tuning fork" ,one of the most important German music awards) in 1988, 1991, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003 and 2004.

Kommet ihr Hirten
Die Flippers Lyrics

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Kommet, ihr Hirten, ihr Männer und Fraun,
(Kommet, ihr Hirten, ihr Männer und Fraun,)
Kommet, das liebliche Kindlein zu schaun,
Christus, der Herr, ist heute geboren,
(Kommet, das liebliche Kindlein zu schaun,)
Den Gott zum Heiland euch hat erkoren.
Fürchtet euch nicht!

Lasset uns sehen in Bethlehems Stall,
(Lasset uns sehen in Bethlehems Stall,)
Was uns verheißen der himmlische Schall;
(Was uns verheißen der himmlische Schall;)
Was wir dort finden, lasset uns künden,
Lasset uns preisen in frommen Weisen:
Halleluja!

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Wahrlich, die Engel verkündigen heut
(Wahrlich, die Engel verkündigen heut)
Bethlehems Hirtenvolk gar große Freud:
(Bethlehems Hirtenvolk gar große Freud:)
Nun soll es werden Friede auf Erden,

Den Menschen allen ein Wohlgefallen:
Ehre sei Gott!

Overall Meaning

The song "Kommet ihr Hirten" is a traditional German Christmas carol that has been covered by many artists, including Die Flippers. The lyrics of the song are a call to shepherds and people to come and witness the birth of Christ, the chosen one who has been sent by God to save humanity. The song begins with an invitation to shepherds, men, and women to come and see the lovely baby Jesus. The chorus of the song assures the visitors not to be afraid and join in the celebration.

In the second verse, the lyrics ask the listeners to join the shepherds and go to Bethlehem's stable to witness the prophecy's fulfillment. The chorus repeats, encouraging the visitors to follow the shepherds and proclaim the birth of Christ. The final verse refers to the angels, who are announcing the wonderful news to the shepherds, wishing peace on earth and goodwill towards humanity.

The song's lyrics are simple but possess a powerful message of hope, peace, and love. The song's melody is soothing and engaging, making it a popular choice for Christmas carolers. Die Flippers' cover of "Kommet ihr Hirten" retains the song's most traditional elements, retaining the somber melody, harmonious and coinciding vocals, and acoustic instrumentals.

Line by Line Meaning

Kommet, ihr Hirten, ihr Männer und Fraun,
Come, shepherds, both men and women,

Kommet, das liebliche Kindlein zu schaun,
Come and see the lovely child,

Christus, der Herr, ist heute geboren,
Christ the Lord is born today,

Den Gott zum Heiland euch hat erkoren.
Chosen by God to be your savior.

Fürchtet euch nicht!
Do not be afraid!

Lasset uns sehen in Bethlehems Stall,
Let us go see in Bethlehem’s stable,

Was uns verheißen der himmlische Schall;
What the heavenly sound has promised us;

Was wir dort finden, lasset uns künden,
Let us tell what we find there,

Lasset uns preisen in frommen Weisen:
Praise Him in pious ways:

Halleluja!
Hallelujah!

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