Silent Night Medley
Hanson Lyrics


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O holy night
The stars are brightly shining
This is the night of our dear Savior's birth
Long lay the world
In sin and error pining
Till he appeared and the soul felt its worth
A thrill of hope
The weary soul rejoices
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Fall on your knees
Oh hear the angel voices
Oh night divine
Oh night when Christ was born

Silent night, Holy night
All is calm, all is bright
Round yon virgin mother and child
Holy infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace

Fall on your knees
Oh hear the angel voices
Oh night divine
Oh night when Christ was born

Oh come all ye faithful
Joyful and triumphant
Oh come ye oh come ye to Bethlehem
Come and behold him
Born the king of angels
Oh come let us adore him
Oh come let us adore him
Oh come let us adore him
Christ the Lord

Fall on your knees
Oh hear the angel voices
Oh night divine
Oh night when Christ was born
Oh night divine
Oh night Holy

Holy night
Oh holy night
Whoa
Oh holy night
Jesus was born
Oh holy night
Oh oh
Oh holy night
Oooohhhh holy night
Oh holy night
Look at the star in the sky
Oh holy night
Oh oh oh holy
Oh holy night
Jesus was born in the night
Oh holy night




Oh holy night
Oh holy......night

Overall Meaning

The Silent Night Medley by Hanson is a beautiful interpretation of three Christmas carols that celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. The first verse of the medley is 'O Holy Night', which describes the night of the Savior's birth as a one of hope and glory- the night when Christ was born. The lyrics explain that the world was lost in sin and despair until Christ appeared, giving the soul a sense of worth and hope, leading to a joyous celebration of His birth. The verse ends with the command to fall on your knees and hear the angel voices. The second verse of the medley is dedicated to the famous Christmas carol, 'Silent Night.' It describes a peaceful and holy night in Bethlehem, with a sleeping mother and her child- the Holy infant. The lyrics evoke a sense of calmness and tranquility, encouraging the listener to sleep in heavenly peace. The final verse of the medley is 'O Come All Ye Faithful.' This verse invites all to come and adore the king of Angels, Christ the Lord. The lyrics urge the listeners to fall on their knees, to hear the angel voices, and to celebrate his birth in joy and triumph.


In the creation of the Silent Night Medley, Hanson introduced a new melody to the well-known and well-loved carols. The Silent Night Medley was first performed in 1997 by Hanson during their 'Snowed In' concert tour. It has been performed by the band at several Christmas concerts, and is also featured on their 1997 album of the same name. The song has a distinct Hanson touch to it, with stunning harmonies and vocal arrangements.


Line by Line Meaning

O holy night
This is a sacred and special evening


The stars are brightly shining
The celestial bodies are luminously glowing


This is the night of our dear Savior's birth
This is the night when our beloved Messiah was born


Long lay the world
The world has been in this state for an extended period of time


In sin and error pining
Longing and suffering in sin and wrongdoing


Till he appeared and the soul felt its worth
Until the savior came and people realized the value of their souls


A thrill of hope
An almost overwhelming sense of optimism


The weary soul rejoices
The tired and worn-down heart is filled with happiness


For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
A bright and wondrous morning is approaching


Fall on your knees
Genuflect out of respect


Oh hear the angel voices
Listen to the heavenly chorus


Oh night divine
This is a moment of divine significance


Oh night when Christ was born
The birth of Jesus made this night special and divine


Silent night, Holy night
This is a silent and sacred night


All is calm, all is bright
Everything is peacefully quiet and brilliantly lit


Round yon virgin mother and child
The mother and her child are accompanied by pious individuals


Holy infant so tender and mild
The holy child is gentle and delicate


Sleep in heavenly peace
The baby is sleeping peacefully in divine comfort


Oh come all ye faithful
Everyone who has faith should come


Joyful and triumphant
The faithful should be happy and victorious


Oh come ye oh come ye to Bethlehem
Come to Bethlehem to witness something special


Come and behold him
Come and see the holy child


Born the king of angels
The newborn is the ruler of angels


Oh come let us adore him
Let's show reverence to the child


Christ the Lord
Jesus is the divine master


Oh night Holy
This is a holy and divine night


Holy night
This is a sacred and hallowed night


Whoa
Indicates surprise, awe or admiration


Jesus was born
The birth of Jesus was celebrated


Look at the star in the sky
Observe the luminous star above


Oh oh oh holy
This is a sacred and divine moment


Oh holy night
This is a special holy evening


Jesus was born in the night
The birth of Jesus happened on this unforgettable night


Oh holy night
This is a sacred and hallowed evening


Oh holy night
This is a special evening of great significance




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