Peter Schilling (born Pierre Michael Schilling on January 28, 1956, Stuttga… Read Full Bio ↴Peter Schilling (born Pierre Michael Schilling on January 28, 1956, Stuttgart, Germany) is a German synthpop musician whose songs often feature science-fiction themes (aliens, astronauts, nuclear holocausts, etc.).

His biggest hit Major Tom (Völlig Losgelöst) was released in German in 1982. The song is a a retelling of David Bowie's classic 1969 song "Space Oddity".

The English version of Major Tom became an international hit in 1983 when Peter released the album Error in the System.

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Stille Nacht heilige Nacht
Peter Schilling Lyrics

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Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht
Alles schlaeft einsam wacht, nur das traute hochheilige paar, holder knabe I'm lokingen haar, schlaf in himmlischer ruhu schlaaf in himmlischer ru...
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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Peter Schilling's song "Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht" are a German rendition of the famous Christmas carol "Silent Night, Holy Night" originally written in Austria in 1818. The first verse of the song emphasizes the peacefulness of the night as everything is asleep, but the holy couple of Mary and Joseph are keeping watch. The second line describes the infant Jesus, who is the main focus of the events taking place on this holy night. The third line then tells the baby Jesus to sleep peacefully in heaven.

The lyrics of the song convey the essence of the Christmas story, as it is a reminder of the birth of Jesus, which brought joy and peace to the world. The carol is sung in a slow, gentle manner, which creates a solemn and meditative atmosphere. The song is an expression of love, hope, and devotion to God and reminds us of the miracle of the birth of Jesus Christ.

Line by Line Meaning

Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht
Silent night, holy night

Alles schlaeft einsam wacht
All are sleeping, lonely and vigilant

Nur das traute hochheilige paar
Only the trusted, highly sacred couple

Holder knabe I'm lokingen haar
Fair-haired boy with tender locks

Schlaf in himmlischer ruh
Sleep in heavenly peace

Lyrics © Radio Tele Music, Hansa Musik Verlag, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JUERGEN FAELCHLE, FRANZ XAVER GRUBER, JOSEPH MOHR, DIETER VORAL

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