O Holy Night
Mannheim Steamroller Lyrics
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The stars are brightly shining.
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth.
(Oh yes it is now.)
Long lay the world
In sin and error pining
'Til He appeared
And the soul felt its worth.
The weary world rejoices
For yonder breaks
A new and glorious morn.
Fall on your knees
O hear the angels' voices
O night divine
O o night when Christ was born
O night
O holy, holy night
O night divine
Fall on your knees
O hear the angels' voices
O night divine
O o night when Christ was born
O night
O night
O holy night
O night divine
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The lyrics of Mannheim Steamroller’s "O Holy Night" describe the profound impact of the birth of Jesus Christ. The writer starts by describing the night as holy and the stars as brightly shining, setting the tone for the rest of the song. The next line refers to the birth of Jesus as the reason for the holy night. The third line, "Oh yes it is now," emphasizes the importance and excitement of this moment.
The following lines describe the state of the world before the birth of Jesus christ. The world was in sin and darkness, and people were pining for redemption. The next line describes the transformation caused by the arrival of Jesus, and how it made the souls feel worthy again. This part of the song touches on a common theme of the holiday season - forgiveness, redemption, and the hope for a better future.
The final lines emphasize the significance of the birth of Christ to the world. The arrival of Jesus ushered in a new era of hope and joy, and the whole world rejoices in it. The angels’ voices are heard, and the writer encourages the listeners to fall on their knees in praise and adoration. The final line repeats the phrase, "O holy night, O night divine" and serves as a reminder of the timeless significance of the birth of Jesus to Christians all over the world.
Line by Line Meaning
O holy night.
This is a holy and sacred night.
The stars are brightly shining.
The stars are shining brightly which shows the significance of this night.
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth.
This is the night when our beloved Savior was born.
(Oh yes it is now.)
The singer confirms once again that this is indeed the night of the Savior's birth.
Long lay the world
For a long time, the world was in a state of longing and waiting.
In sin and error pining
The world was longing for redemption from sin and error.
'Til He appeared
Until the Savior appeared
And the soul felt its worth.
The soul recognized and acknowledged its value and worth in the presence of the Savior.
A thrill of hope
The arrival of the Savior brought a sense of excitement and hope.
The weary world rejoices
The world, which had grown tired and weary, is now filled with joy and celebration.
For yonder breaks
A new morning is approaching.
A new and glorious morn.
A new and brilliant day is dawning.
Fall on your knees
Surrender and humble yourself in the presence of the Savior.
O hear the angels' voices
Listen to the angels singing and rejoicing with us.
O night divine
This is a sacred and divine night.
O o night when Christ was born
This is the night when Jesus Christ was born.
O holy, holy night
This is a holy and sacred night.
O night divine
This is a sacred and divine night.
O night
This night is worth celebrating.
O night
This night is worth celebrating.
O holy night
This is a holy and sacred night.
O night divine
This is a sacred and divine night.
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An expression of reverence or awe.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADOLPHE ADAM, HELENA LIND
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@2steaksandwiches665
My late father's Christmas album of all time. It has been 11 years since he died of ALS and I still miss him. Songs like these make me remember the times we had when he would play this on the way home from Christmas Eve when I was a small boy. They were tears of sadness at first listening to songs like this after his death, but now they are tears of joy and reverence. I miss you Dad. We will meet again.
@vickieshrewsbury4796
Hello, I just read this as I'm listening to one of many Christmas songs, my sister is in hospice care at this moment, ALS 2 years, so I am in mourning and have been as I watched her illness take over. I pray you are comforted and I know faith is important at this time. Wish you well
@2steaksandwiches665
@@vickieshrewsbury4796 God bless you. What a connection! There was a relief when dad transitioned from this world. No more suffering. I pray you and your family take care of yourselves during this time. I’m sorry you are dealing with this. Get involved with these als charities in your area. They really helped us out with resources and we are Donors every year.
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@EmilyClark-zb9xp
I also love this music! I listen to this song over and over to bring peace to my troubled soul.
@allenjones3130
Chip Davis and his Mannheim Steamroller bandmates deliver a touching, compelling instrumental rendition of one of the greatest sacred Christmas carols ever composed.
@cindyschumann3055
I have been listening to this masterpiece since I first heard it in college. It is a brief moment I take and let the instruments fill my soul, reminding me to find the peace in my soul. This is proof that music speaks louder than words. Thank you Chip.
@aaronjimenez7825
I had the pleasure of seeing them in person a few years ago and this was my favorite. It was and still is so gorgeous.
@theresalavalle8521
So so so beautiful. My absolute favorite Christmas song.
@MusicMyEverythingPHX
It brings me to my knees at that one particular point EVERY time I listen to it. No other piece has really affected me so.