Rascal Flatts has released six studio albums and a greatest hits album, all on Lyric Street Records. Their first two albums, 2000's Rascal Flatts and 2002's Melt, have been certified 2× Multi-Platinum and 3× Multi-Platinum, respectively, in the United States, while 2004's Feels Like Today and 2006's Me and My Gang have received 5× Multi-Platinum and 4× Multi-Platinum certifications respectively. 2007's Still Feels Good is certified 2× Multi-Platinum. Their album, Unstoppable, was released on April 7, 2009.
They have also released twenty-seven singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, including ten Number Ones. A cover of Tom Cochrane's "Life Is a Highway", from the soundtrack to the 2006 Disney film Cars, also entered the country music charts from unsolicited airplay. Their longest-lasting Number One is "Bless the Broken Road" (late 2004-early 2005) at five weeks, while their biggest crossover single is "What Hurts the Most", which topped both the country and Adult Contemporary charts in 2006, and was a Top Ten pop hit. "Banjo", their most recent one, was released to Country radio on January 9, 2012. (Banjo Songfacts).
In early 2000, the group made their debut with their single "Prayin' for Daylight". This song, which reached #3 on the Billboard country charts. This was the first of four consecutive Top Ten hits from their self-titled debut, which was issued in early 2000 on Lyric Street. Following "Prayin' for Daylight" were "This Everyday Love", "While You Loved Me" and "I'm Movin' On", which respectively peaked at #9, #7, and #4 on the country charts. "I'm Movin' On" was awarded Song of the Year by the Academy of Country Music in 2002.
History: Rascal Flatts were founded near Columbus, Ohio. Gary LeVox and Jay DeMarcus were second cousins from a musical family. DeMarcus's brother-in-law, James Otto, is also a country music artist. DeMarcus moved to Nashville in 1992, earning his first record deal as part of a Christian group called East to West. In 1997, he finally convinced LeVox to leave behind his job with the Ohio Department of Mental Retardation and follow his musical dreams as well.
DeMarcus soon joined Chely Wright's band, and there he met Joe Don Rooney. DeMarcus and LeVox were working in a Printer's Alley nightclub, and when their part-time guitarist could not make it one night, DeMarcus invited Rooney to sit in. Eventually, they took the name Rascal Flatts and began performing together, getting signed to Lyric Street Records in late 1999.
The band was recently announced that they have celebrated 10 years of being one of the hottest country bands of the decade. On January 7, 2020, Rascal Flatts announced that they would be disbanding following a farewell tour after twenty years together. However, this farewell tour was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic; the group's disbandment was officially confirmed in October 2021.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Rascal Flatts Lyrics
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Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our savior
Was born on Christmas day
To save us all from Satan's power
When we were gone astray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
The blessed angel came
And unto certain shepherds
Brought tidings of the same
How that in Bethlehem was born
The Son of God by name
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Fear not said the angel
Let nothing you affright
This day is born a savior
Of the pure virgin bright
To free all those who trust in him
From Satan's power and might
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
And when they came to Bethlehem
Where our dear savior lay
They found him in the manger
Where oxen feed on hay
His mother Mary knelled down
And to the Lord did pray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
God rest ye merry gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our savior
Was born on Christmas day
The lyrics of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by Rascal Flatts are a traditional Christmas carol that tells the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. The song begins with a call to remember the birth of Christ and not to be dismayed by the trials of life. The message of the song is one of hope and comfort for those who may be struggling, and the lyrics remind listeners that Christ was born to save humanity from Satan's power. The song continues with the angel's visit to the shepherds, announcing the birth of the Son of God in Bethlehem. The lyrics then tell of the shepherds' journey to find Jesus in the manger, where Mary knelt down to pray.
The carol delivers a strong message of hope and faith, reminding listeners of the joy that the birth of Jesus brings. The lyrics continue to emphasize that those who trust in Him shall be free from Satan's power and might. The message of the song is one of hope and salvation, reminding listeners of the true meaning of Christmas and inspiring them to believe in the redemptive power of Christ.
Overall, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by Rascal Flatts is a powerful and inspiring song that captures the true essence of Christmas. It is a reminder of the hope and comfort that the birth of Christ brings, and it encourages listeners to keep the faith and trust in God's plan for their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
God rest ye merry gentlemen
May you Merry gentlemen find peace
Let nothing you dismay
Don't be discouraged
Remember Christ our savior
Keep in mind the coming of the savior
Was born on Christmas day
He was born on the day of Christmas
To save us all from Satan's power
The savior came to rescue us from the devil's grip
When we were gone astray
When we lost our way
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
This is good news of solace and cheer
From God our heavenly father
The message was brought by our god in heaven
The blessed angel came
A blessed angel arrived
And unto certain shepherds
The angel revealed to specific shepherds
Brought tidings of the same
They delivered the same message as before
How that in Bethlehem was born
A child was born in Bethlehem
The Son of God by name
He is the son of God
Fear not said the angel
Do not be afraid, says the angel
Let nothing you affright
Do not let anything scare you
This day is born a savior
Today a savior was born
Of the pure virgin bright
Born of a pure and bright virgin
To free all those who trust in him
He came to set free all who believe in him
From Satan's power and might
To deliver them from the power and might of the devil
And when they came to Bethlehem
When they arrived in Bethlehem
Where our dear savior lay
Where the savior rested
They found him in the manger
They located him in the manger
Where oxen feed on hay
Where the oxen eat hay
His mother Mary knelled down
Mary bent down on her knees
And to the Lord did pray
And prayed to the Lord
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PAUL MILLS, RICHARD CRAIG SMITH, AUTHOR UNKNOWN COMPOSER
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