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.
Hope Is Born Again
Jim Brickman Lyrics
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Fire glows within
Celebrate the joyful news
Hope is born again
There is holly 'round the doorway
There is cider on the stove
And the sound of Psalm will fill the air
Lift your voices high and sing
Grace has entered in
Praises to the infant King
Hope is born again
Through the frost upon the window
See the stocking on the
Where the light reflects the cheerfulness
That's growing in our hearts
Lift your voices high and sing
Grace has entered in
Celebrate the joyful news
Hope is born again
Lift your voices high and sing
Grace has entered in
Praises to the infant King
Hope is born again
And the hope of that first Christmas
The day that heaven came to Earth
Now it comes again and fills our heart
As we celebrate his birth
Starlight falling on the snow
Fire glows within
Celebrate the joyful news
Hope is born again
Hope is born again
The song "Hope Is Born Again" by Jim Brickman is a beautiful rendition that celebrates the joy and hope that comes with Christmas. The song speaks of the festivities of Christmas, family gatherings, hymns, and celebrating the birth of the infant King, all while having the hope of the first Christmas in their hearts. The opening lines talk about the starlight falling on the snow and fire that glows within, which creates a serene and peaceful setting. The next lines reflect the traditional customs of Christmas, such as holly around the doorway, cider on the stove, and the sound of psalms filling the air as the family gathers close. The overall message of the song is that Christmas is the time when even in the darkest moments, hope is born again.
The song talks about the hope of the first Christmas, when heaven came to Earth, and how it fills our heart again as we celebrate his birth. The final verse emphasizes the hope that comes with the festive season, which enlightens the soul, and fills it with peace and joy. The chorus emphasizes the significance of hope, praise, and grace, which have entered in, and come together to celebrate the joyful news that hope is born again.
Overall, "Hope Is Born Again" is an uplifting and inspiring song that captures the essence of Christmas, which is filled with hope, joy, and faith.
Line by Line Meaning
Starlight falling on the snow
The peaceful nature of the night, with stars shining down on the snow, is something beautiful.
Fire glows within
While the cold is present outside, there is a warmth within the house that reminds those inside of home and all that it means.
Celebrate the joyful news
A time to celebrate, choose happiness over stress, and allow the spirit of the season to come in.
Hope is born again
The expectation of something good, the anticipation of the year's end, and the hope for new beginnings come together during the holidays.
There is holly 'round the doorway
Festive decorations such as holly can be found throughout the house, showing that it is a time for celebration.
There is cider on the stove
Traditional holiday drinks like cider can be savored while spending time with family and friends.
And the sound of Psalm will fill the air
Hearing the sound of a psalm brings a religious aspect to the celebrations and reminds people of God's love.
As the family gathers close
The unity of the family during this time highlights the importance of connection, and brings everyone closer together.
Lift your voices high and sing
Sharing in the joy of the season by singing together as a group is a way to bring everyone together and spread happiness.
Grace has entered in
The idea of grace and the presence of something greater remind us to be thankful and grateful for what we have.
Praises to the infant King
The focus on the holiday as a celebration of the birth of Jesus emphasizes spiritual value and meaningful tradition.
Through the frost upon the window
The cold of winter can be seen through the window, but the warmth of the house and the spirit of the holiday help to combat it.
See the stocking on the
The sight of a stocking hanging from the mantle alludes to the idea of receiving gifts and the excitement of the season.
Where the light reflects the cheerfulness
The holiday lights and decorations bring a sense of cheerfulness, making everyone's spirits brighter.
That's growing in our hearts
The growing, contagious happiness helps people to feel less stressed, more connected to others and to the season itself.
And the hope of that first Christmas
The original story of Christmas- Mary, Joseph, and the birth of Jesus- is the foundation for the hope that is felt during the holiday season.
The day that heaven came to Earth
This line is another nod to the birth of Jesus and the idea that it is a special, almost miraculous time of year.
Now it comes again and fills our heart
The holiday season can fill people with joy, love, and other emotions that are deeply felt and meaningful.
As we celebrate his birth
The holiday season is a time to celebrate the religious significance of the birth of Jesus- to remember and appreciate that part of the season.
Hope is born again
The end of the year is a time to anticipate positive things to come, to be grateful for the present moment, and to find comfort and joy with loved ones.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, MOON AND MUSKY MUSIC
Written by: BRENT BOURGEOIS, JIM BRICKMAN, DOUGLAS MCKELVEY, BLAIR MASTERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Charlene Blevins
I love this song.. I really wish that you would have made a music video for this ❤
gerard kraemer
great guy,greatmusic.
Diane Marshall
Beautiful. just beautiful.
Priscilla Wilemon
Love 💕💕
William Kroupa Jr. and Friends
Beautiful
Michael Baldeo
Xmas song
aris dobla
Jim Brickman is a girl?
Denis Garley
No
MrZuneJ
Point of Grace sung. He played the piano.