As of 2007, Joey Bishop is the only male member of the Rat Pack who is still alive.
2) In 1984, RAT PACK singer/founder Matt Ratt was covering the vocal duties for Rich Kids on LSD, while singer Jason Sears was away on "medical leave". During this time Rich Kids on LSD was signed on to record for the now infamous"NARDCORE" album on Mystic Records. Just prior to recording, Jason returned from his leave of absense. So left with the dilema of an album to record, and suddenly no band, Matt was told to throw something together quickly and record for the album anyway. So after a few rehearsals with Chris Rest and Alpo D.(borrowed from Rich Kids on LSD) Dave Casillas from STALAG 13 and Mike Torres from NARTHEX STRUCTURE, RAT PACK was born! Although originaly only meant to be a recording project for the NARDCORE album, RAT PACK ended up doing three records for Mystic, 1985's self titled 7", 1987's "Ice Cream Acid and Cigarettes" 7" and 1990's self titled full length Lp. Through the years RAT PACK has gone through long periods of hibernation, with many line up changes...people that have played in and recorded with RAT PACK include current and former members of bands such as NOFX, SOCIAL DISTORTION, STALAG 13, ADOLESCENTS, D.I., SUGAR CULT, HOLLYWOOD HATE, FOO FIGHTERS, Rubber Neck, LAGWAGON, Rich Kids on LSD, NO USE FOR A NAME, and ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES.
The First Noel
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Was to certain poor shepherds
In fields as they lay,
In fields where they lay
Keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night
That was so deep.
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
They looked up and saw a star
Shining in the East beyond them far,
And to the earth it gave great light,
And so it continued both day and night.
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
And by the light of that same star
Three wise men came from country far,
To seek for a King was their intent
And to follow the star
Wherever it went.
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
This star drew nigh to the northwest
Over Bethlehem it took its rest,
And there it did both stop and stay
Right over the place where Jesus lay.
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
Then did they know assuredly
Within that house the King did lie:
One entered in then for to see,
And found the Babe in poverty:
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
Then entered in those wise men three
Full reverently upon their knee,
And offered there in His presence
Their gold, and myrrh and frankincense.
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
Then let us all with one accord
Sing praises to our heavenly Lord,
That hath made heaven
And earth of naught
And with His blood
Mankind hath bought.
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
"The First Noel" is a classic Christmas carol that tells the story of the birth of Jesus Christ as described in the biblical account. The song is divided into several verses, each depicting different events surrounding the birth of Jesus.
The first verse describes the angels announcing the birth of Jesus to the shepherds who were tending their flock in the fields at night. The word "Noel" is repeated multiple times, which is an exclamation of joy and celebration. It signifies the joyous news that the King of Israel has been born.
The second verse introduces the appearance of a bright star in the East, which guided the wise men or Magi to Jesus. The star is described as a source of great light that shone both day and night, leading the wise men to their destination.
In the third verse, the three wise men from distant lands follow the star to find the newborn King. Their intention is to pay homage to the King by offering gifts of gold, myrrh, and frankincense.
The final verse encourages everyone to join together in praising and singing to the Lord who has created heaven and earth. It emphasizes the significance of Jesus' birth and how his sacrifice and blood have redeemed mankind.
Overall, "The First Noel" is a joyful song that narrates the important events surrounding the birth of Jesus and encourages believers to celebrate and worship the King of Israel.
Line by Line Meaning
The first Noel the angels did say
The angels proclaimed the first announcement of the birth of Jesus
Was to certain poor shepherds
The message was delivered specifically to humble shepherds
In fields as they lay,
While the shepherds were resting in the fields
In fields where they lay
Keeping their sheep
They were diligently watching over their sheep
On a cold winter's night
That was so deep.
During a chilly and profound winter night
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
Rejoice, for the King of Israel has been born!
They looked up and saw a star
The shepherds gazed at a star in the sky
Shining in the East beyond them far,
Radiating light from the distant East
And to the earth it gave great light,
The star illuminated the earth with its brilliance
And so it continued both day and night.
Its luminosity persisted throughout the day and night
And by the light of that same star
Guided by the star's radiance
Three wise men came from country far,
Three learned men traveled a great distance
To seek for a King was their intent
Their purpose was to find a King
And to follow the star
Wherever it went.
They followed the star's path without hesitation
This star drew nigh to the northwest
The star approached from the northwest direction
Over Bethlehem it took its rest,
Above Bethlehem, it came to a halt
And there it did both stop and stay
The star remained stationary in that location
Right over the place where Jesus lay.
Directly above the spot where Jesus was situated.
Then did they know assuredly
Within that house the King did lie:
They were certain that the King lay inside that house
One entered in then for to see,
One of them entered to witness it personally
And found the Babe in poverty:
Discovering the infant in humble circumstances
Then entered in those wise men three
Full reverently upon their knee,
The three wise men entered with deep respect, kneeling
And offered there in His presence
Their gold, and myrrh and frankincense.
They presented their gifts of gold, myrrh, and frankincense in the presence of the child
Then let us all with one accord
Sing praises to our heavenly Lord,
Now, let us all together sing praises to our divine Lord
That hath made heaven
And earth of naught
The one who created the heavens and the earth from nothing
And with His blood
Mankind hath bought.
Through His sacrifice, humanity has been redeemed
Noel Noel Noel Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
Rejoice, for the King of Israel has been born!
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Written by: Charles Calello
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