Jim Brickman (born November 20, 1961) is an American composer and pianist. … Read Full Bio ↴Jim Brickman (born November 20, 1961) is an American composer and pianist. Brickman is known for his solo piano compositions, which are classified as new age music.

Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Brickman enrolled in the Cleveland Institute of Music taking courses in composition and performance, while taking business classes at Case Western Reserve University. His music career started when he was nineteen, when Jim Henson hired him to write tunes for Sesame Street. He was also hired to write commercial jingles while in college.

Brickman writes a wide variety of music. Besides his piano compositions and love songs, he has also created arrangements of other songs. Several of his albums feature arrangements of children's music; he has produced two Christmas-themed albums The Gift (1997) and Peace (2003); and his 2005 album Grace concentrates on arrangements of well-known Christian music.

Jim Brickman has also starred in the now-on-DVD PBS specials "My Romance: An Evening with Jim Brickman", "Love Songs & Lullabies" and "The Disney Songbook." In 2006, he sponsored his first Jim Brickman Valentine's Day Cruise with Carnival Cruise Lines which has become an annual event.

Angels
Jim Brickman Lyrics

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Connect to the stare, climb into bed
While sugar plum fairies dance in your hair
Tomorrow you'll wake and open your eyes
To the wonder of Christmas full of surprise

Sweet dreams my angel, sleep tight my child
Sail through the dream that's where wishes come true
I'll meet you on dawned morning light

My angel, my angel

The New Year has joy and cares of the tomb
And when you get scared, you won't be alone
God's love goes with you wherever you are
The spirit will find you, you're never too far

Sweet dreams my angel, sleep tight my child
Sail through the dream that's where wishes come true
I'll meet you on dawned morning light
My angel, oh, my angel, good night

Sleep little, baby
I'll wake you up on Christmas day

Sweet dreams my angel, sleep tight my child
Sail through the dream that's where wishes come true
I'll meet you on dawned morning light
My angel, my sweet angel, good night

Sleep tight, close your eyes
And tomorrow I'll be there by your side
Can't wait to see you smile in my arms
My angel

It's Christmas Day
You are and you'll always be

Daddy's little one, daddy's little one
Good night angel

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jim Brickman's song "Angels" are about a parent speaking to their child as they prepare to go to sleep on Christmas Eve. The parent wishes the child sweet dreams and tells them that they will meet them in the morning light. The song also reassures the child that they are never alone because God's love goes with them wherever they are. The lyrics speak of the joy and wonder of the Christmas season and the hope that it brings.

The first verse of the song describes the child getting ready for bed on Christmas Eve and imagining the sugar plum fairies dancing in their hair. The second verse speaks of the New Year and the worries that may come with it, but reassures the child that they will never be alone because God's love goes with them. The chorus repeats the comforting words of the parent as they tell their child to sleep tight and that they will meet them in the morning light.

The lyrics to "Angels" convey a sense of love, comfort, and hope. The song speaks to the bond between parent and child and the reassurance that can come from a parent's love. The lyrics also highlight the magic of the Christmas season and the belief that wishes can come true.

Line by Line Meaning

Connect to the stare, climb into bed
Lie down comfortably and close your eyes to gaze at the stars in your mind.

While sugar plum fairies dance in your hair
Imagine lovely fairies swirling around your head in your dreams.

Tomorrow you'll wake and open your eyes
The next day will greet you with pleasant surprises.

To the wonder of Christmas full of surprise
The magic of the holiday season will continue to unfold.

Sweet dreams my angel, sleep tight my child
Sleep soundly and peacefully, my little one.

Sail through the dream that's where wishes come true
Travel through your dreams where anything is possible.

I'll meet you on dawned morning light
I'll be there to greet you when the sun rises.

My angel, my angel
A term of endearment for my beloved child.

The New Year has joy and cares of the tomb
The upcoming year will be full of happiness and some challenges.

And when you get scared, you won't be alone
Whenever you feel afraid, you will have someone with you to comfort and guide you.

God's love goes with you wherever you are
The power of unconditional love will always be with you no matter where you go.

The spirit will find you, you're never too far
The essence of love and warmth will always reach you no matter the distance.

My angel, oh, my angel, good night
A farewell message expressing love and warmth towards my child.

Sleep little, baby
Wish for you to sleep soundly, my dear.

I'll wake you up on Christmas day
I will be there to wake you up on the day of celebration.

Sleep tight, close your eyes
Rest peacefully and let go of any worries.

And tomorrow I'll be there by your side
I will be there to help and support you the next day.

Can't wait to see you smile in my arms
Excited to hold you and see you happy.

My angel
A term of endearment for my beloved child.

It's Christmas Day
A reminder of the day's significance and meaningfulness.

You are and you'll always be
My child will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Daddy's little one, daddy's little one
A loving reference to our special bond.

Good night angel
Wishing my child a peaceful and restful night.

Writer(s): James Merrill Brickman Copyright: Multisongs, Brickman Arrangement The

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