He was often credited with creating the "easy listening", or "mood music" format which became a staple of American popular music in the 1950's and continued well into the 1960's.
Silent Night Holy Night
Percy Faith and His Orchestra Lyrics
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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
Silent night, holy night
Glories stream from heaven afar
Heavenly hosts sing Al-le-lu-ia
Christ the Saviour is born
Christ the Saviour is born
Silent night, holy night
Wondrous star, lend thy light
With the angels let us sing
Alleluia to our King
Christ the Saviour is here
Jesus the Saviour is here
Silent night, Holy night
Son of God, love's pure light
Radiant beams from Thy holy face
With the dawn of redeeming grace
Jesus Lord at thy birth
Jesus Lord at thy birth
The lyrics of Percy Faith and His Orchestra's song "Silent Night, Holy Night" depict the birth of Jesus Christ in a manger in Bethlehem. The first verse describes the scene as "calm" and "bright," with the mother and child surrounded by a peaceful atmosphere. The second verse talks about the shepherds who witnessed the birth, with "glories stream[ing] from heaven afar" and "heavenly hosts" singing "Alleluia." The third verse speaks of the presence of a wondrous star and the joining of humanity with the angels singing praise to the King. The last verse acknowledges Jesus as the Son of God, the embodiment of pure love and light, and the one who brings redemption to the world.
The song was originally written in German by Franz Xaver Gruber and was later translated into English. It has become one of the most beloved Christmas carols of all time and is often performed in churches and public spaces during the holiday season. It has been covered by many artists over the years, including Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley, and Mariah Carey.
Line by Line Meaning
Silent night, holy night
Peaceful and sacred night
All is calm, All is bright
Everything is tranquil and illuminated
Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child
The Virgin Mary and her baby son
Holy Infant so Tender and mild
The child is innocent and gentle
Sleep in heavenly peace
Rest in divine tranquility
Shepherds quake at the sight
The shepherds tremble at the vision
Glories stream from heaven afar
Heavenly splendor fills the sky
Heavenly hosts sing Al-le-lu-ia
Angels sing praises to God
Christ the Saviour is born
The Messiah has come into the world
Wondrous star, lend thy light
The shining star is magnificent
With the angels let us sing
Let us join in song with the heavenly messengers
Alleluia to our King
Expressing joy and praise to our Lord
Christ the Saviour is here
The Redeemer has arrived
Jesus the Saviour is here
The Son of God has come
Son of God, love's pure light
A divine being of love and purity
Radiant beams from Thy holy face
Brilliant light emanating from the sacred countenance
With the dawn of redeeming grace
With the arrival of God's salvation
Jesus Lord at thy birth
Jesus, the Lord, at the moment of his birth
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Traditional (pd), David Foster, Rod Stewart
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