Douce nuit
René Simard Lyrics

The lyrics of René Simard's "Douce nuit" express a sense of peace and serenity that has come over the world on this holy night. The first verse speaks of the stillness of the countryside, with everything at rest, but then something wondrous happens - a brilliant choir of angels appears to the shepherds, announcing the birth of a special child. Their appearance signifies that something amazing is happening, and the stillness is broken by their song. The second verse describes the love and wonder of this night, with the shepherds going to visit the Christ child to worship and adore him. When they approach the infant, he smiles at them, and it is as if his radiance transforms them. The imagery of the shepherds and their humility in the presence of the Christ child reinforces the idea of this being a divine moment, a moment that brings light into the darkness and joy into a world that sorely needs it.