God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Frank Sinatra Louis Armstrong & Bing Crosby Lyrics
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Let nothing you dismay,
Remember Christ our Savior
Was born on Christmas Day;
To save us all from Satan's power
When we were gone astray.
(Oh tidings of comfort and joy),
(Oh tidings of comfort and joy)
(Comfort and joy)
In Bethlehem in Jewry,
This blessed Babe was born
And laid within a manger
Upon this blessed morn
The which His Mother Mary
Did nothing take in scorn
(O tidings of comfort and joy,)
(Comfort and joy)
(O tidings of comfort and joy)
From God our Heavenly Father
A blessed Angel came;
And unto certain Shepherds
Brought tidings of the same:
How that in Bethlehem was born
The Son of God by Name.
(O tidings of comfort and joy,)
(Comfort and joy)
(O tidings of comfort and joy)
The song "God Rest You Merry Gentlemen" is a Christmas song that was originally written in the 15th century. It speaks about the birth of Christ and the joy that it brings. The song starts off with a message of encouragement to all who celebrate the birth of Christ, urging them not to despair or be dismayed. It reminds us that Christ is our savior who came to save us from the power of Satan, when we had strayed far from the path.
The second verse of the song speaks about the actual birth of Christ, how he was born in Bethlehem and laid in a manger. The verse emphasizes the humility of Christ's birth, as he was born in a lowly manger, yet was destined for greatness. The lyrics also mention Mary, the mother of Christ, who accepted her role in bearing the son of God.
The third verse of the song references the appearance of an angel to the shepherds, informing them about the birth of Christ. The shepherds were the first to hear the good news, and they went to see the baby Jesus in the manger. The verse highlights the divine aspect of Christ's birth, identifying him as the son of God.
In summary, "God Rest You Merry Gentlemen" tells the story of Jesus' birth in a humble manger, and the joy and comfort that it brings to those who believe in him. The song reminds us of the importance of the season and encourages us to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.
Line by Line Meaning
God rest you merry, gentlemen,
May God keep you happy, gentlemen,
Let nothing you dismay,
Do not let anything trouble you,
Remember Christ our Savior
Recall that Jesus, our Savior
Was born on Christmas Day;
Was born on the day of Christmas;
To save us all from Satan's power
To rescue us from the grasp of Satan,
When we were gone astray.
When we had gone astray.
(Oh tidings of comfort and joy),
(What happy and comforting news),
(Comfort and joy),
(So much comfort and joy),
(Oh tidings of comfort and joy)
(What happy and comforting news),
(Comfort and joy)
(So much comfort and joy)
In Bethlehem in Jewry,
In Bethlehem, which was part of Judea,
This blessed Babe was born
This blessed baby was born
And laid within a manger
And placed in a manger,
Upon this blessed morn
On this blessed morning.
The which His Mother Mary
Mary, his mother,
Did nothing take in scorn
Did not find it offensive or unworthy.
(O tidings of comfort and joy),
(What happy and comforting news),
(Comfort and joy),
(So much comfort and joy),
(O tidings of comfort and joy)
(What happy and comforting news),
(Comfort and joy)
(So much comfort and joy)
From God our Heavenly Father
From God, our father who is in heaven,
A blessed Angel came;
A blessed angel arrived;
And unto certain Shepherds
And informed some shepherds
Brought tidings of the same:
Brought the same glad news:
How that in Bethlehem was born
That the Son of God had been born in Bethlehem
The Son of God by Name.
And he was named the Son of God.
(O tidings of comfort and joy),
(What happy and comforting news),
(Comfort and joy),
(So much comfort and joy),
(O tidings of comfort and joy)
(What happy and comforting news),
(Comfort and joy)
(So much comfort and joy)
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Written by: HARRIS
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Lyrics
We wish you the merriest, the merriest, the merriest, the merriest to you
We wish you the merriest, the merriest, the merriest, yes the merriest,
We wish you the merriest, the merriest, the merriest Yule cheer,
We wish you the happiest, the happiest, the happiest, yes the happiest,
We wish you the happiest, the happiest, the happiest New Year.
May your tree be filled with happiness, happiness and friendliness for all
May your heart be filled with cheerfulness,
With happiness and cheerfulness for all.
We wish you the happiest, the happiest, the happiest, yes the happiest,
We wish you the merriest, the merriest, the merriest Yule cheer,
And the happiest New Year.
We wish you the merriest, the merriest, the merriest, yes the merriest,
We wish you the merriest, the merriest, the merriest Yule cheer,
We wish you the happiest, the happiest, the happiest, yes the happiest,
We wish you the happiest, the happiest, the happiest New Year.
May your tree be filled with happiness, happiness and friendliness for all
May your heart be filled with cheerfulness,
With happiness and cheerfulness and friendliness for all.
We wish you the happiest, the happiest, the happiest, yes the happiest,
We wish you the merriest, the merriest, the merriest Yule cheer,
And the happiest New Year.
The happiest and the friendliest, and the merriest, the cheerfullest,
And the happiest New Year.
@davidbell549
Never fails to lift the spirits and put a smile on your face. 2 legends. We'll never see the like again. Happy Holidays to all.
@hiworldstephensonultranate290
100% Gt Song missing in today's modern world!? Happy Christmas
@docadams7099
Great singing and terrific orchestra. A very underrated Christmas song.
@danmiller4167
Love this song. It always brightens my mood.
@TheJman2600
I had never heard this song until last Christmas. Now it's one of my favorites. Two legends for the price of one!
@cardonaedgardo
Last Christmas was my first time hearing it too and now it's my one of my favorites too. I love it.
@scottmiller6495
One of the greatest Christmas songs of all time nothing like it anymore it was recorded in the summer of 1964 go figure its sensational !!!!!!
@mobrules29
Same thing for me, never heard it before last Christmas - along with "Marshmallow World"! Where have I been for 50 years?
@shoresean1237
@@mobrules29 Marshmallow World - Dino's or Phil Spector's version?
@mobrules29
@@shoresean1237 admittedly, I'm a Dean Martin fan to begin with, but in fairness to the question, I decided to listen to the Phil Spector version too. Love 'em both!