Carol of the Bells
Robert Shaw Chorale Lyrics
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Sweet silver bells
All seem to say,
"Throw cares away"
Christmas is here
Bringing good cheer
To young and old
Meek and the bold
Ding, dong, ding, dong
That is their song
With joyful ring
All caroling
One seems to hear
Words of good cheer
From everywhere
Filling the air
Oh how they pound
Raising the sound
O'er hill and dale
Telling their tale
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas
Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas
On, on they send
On without end
Their joyful tone
To every home
Hark! how the bells
Sweet silver bells
All seem to say
"Throw cares away"
Christmas is here
Bringing good cheer
To young and old
Meek and the bold
Ding, dong, ding, dong
That is their song
With joyful ring
All caroling
One seems to hear
Words of good cheer
From everywhere
Filling the air
Oh how they pound
Raising the sound
O'er hill and dale
Telling their tale
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas
Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas
On, on they send
On without end
Their joyful tone
To every home
On, on they send
On without end
Their joyful tone
To every home
The Robert Shaw Chorale's "Carol of the Bells" is a Christmas classic that evokes the festive spirit of the season with its cheerful melody and nostalgic lyrics. The song begins with the bells ringing out, symbolizing the joy of the season and the opportunity to "throw cares away". Its energetic yet playful tone is perfect for the Christmas season as it encourages us to forget our troubles and immerse ourselves in the merriment of the occasion. The chorus then sings "Christmas is here, bringing good cheer to young and old, meek and the bold". These lyrics capture the essence of the season, which is about bringing joy, kindness, and love to all those around us, regardless of age, social status, or personality.
The second verse of the song emphasizes the sound of the bells and how they echo across the hills and valleys, spreading the message of Christmas and filling the air with "words of good cheer". The bells elaborate their tale with a joyful ring that invites people to join in the celebration of the season. The chorus then sings "oh how they pound raising the sound, o'er hill and dale, telling their tale gaily they ring while people sing songs of good cheer". These lyrics convey the festive atmosphere of Christmas, where people gather together to sing carols, exchange presents, and enjoy each other's company.
Overall, the Robert Shaw Chorale's "Carol of the Bells" is a Christmas classic that conveys the essence of the season with its joyful melody and nostalgic lyrics. It celebrates the spirit of Christmas, which is about sharing love, kindness, and joy with all those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Hark, how the bells
Listen closely to the bells
Sweet silver bells
The bells have a pleasant sound
All seem to say, "Throw cares away"
The bells have a positive message of forgetting worries
Christmas is here
The holiday season is upon us
Bringing good cheer
It brings happiness and joy to everyone
To young and old
Both children and adults can enjoy the holiday
Meek and the bold
Everyone, regardless of their disposition, can be lifted up by the holiday spirit
Ding, dong, ding, dong
The bells are ringing
That is their song
The bell's purpose is to create a joyful noise
With joyful ring
The bells are sounding happily
All caroling
The bells are singing a melody
One seems to hear
We can all hear it
Words of good cheer
The bells are emitting a positive message
From everywhere
The bells can be heard all around
Filling the air
The sound of the bells is everywhere in the atmosphere
Oh how they pound
The bells make a powerful and consistent sound
Raising the sound
Amplifying the bells' volume
O'er hill and dale
The sound travels over the hills and through the valleys
Telling their tale
The bells are a story-teller
Gaily they ring
The bells ring merrily
While people sing
As individuals are singing along
Songs of good cheer
They play tunes that evoke positive emotions
Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas
Wishing you a very joyous Christmas
On, on they send
The bells keep ringing
On without end
They keep ringing, non-stop
Their joyful tone
The bells continues to sound happiness and joy
To every home
The happiness extends to everyone's home
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: John Brubaker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chad Lowry
Feels like I've been looking for this version since the damn Carter Administration . Why in the hell is it so hard to find, given its history and, oh yeah, the fact that it's the best version by far?
There has to be someone to blame... and I won't rest until I find out who! ;-)
Ahh, what the hell... it was worth the wait. Just listened to it fives times in a row, and each time I got waves of chills. Beautiful, and almost haunting.
My mother loved this song, and this version.
She passed away last year. And while I've accepted it, inasmuch as that's possible, certain reminders like this song trigger a heartache that is breathtaking in its intensity.
I guess it will never go away completely.
Rest in peace mom. I miss you with a depth that would shame any of the world's oceans.
ChelseCreek84
Why isn't this everywhere?! It's the best version!
Taylor
I FINALLY FOUND THE BEST VERSION OF THE SONG!
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Gaming Gambeson
slime girl No synth board, not just women, and it’s fast and intense.
Janka Jokay
I just thought the exact same thing
z z
Yes,it's not oversung,just right.
Lê Hồng
Ikr !?
All the garbage versions and finally the BEST one 🥰
Chad Lowry
Feels like I've been looking for this version since the damn Carter Administration . Why in the hell is it so hard to find, given its history and, oh yeah, the fact that it's the best version by far?
There has to be someone to blame... and I won't rest until I find out who! ;-)
Ahh, what the hell... it was worth the wait. Just listened to it fives times in a row, and each time I got waves of chills. Beautiful, and almost haunting.
My mother loved this song, and this version.
She passed away last year. And while I've accepted it, inasmuch as that's possible, certain reminders like this song trigger a heartache that is breathtaking in its intensity.
I guess it will never go away completely.
Rest in peace mom. I miss you with a depth that would shame any of the world's oceans.
lika
Very sorry to hear, may she rest in peace.
Kendrick Harris- Kenfinity
Here Is caroling! It's amazing to ALWAYS reminisce and celebrate the TRUE reason for these melodies to be EXACTLY what they are. Stay safe everyone!👍🏾💯🎄