Requiem: Pie Jesu
Sarah Brightman/Paul Miles-Kingston Lyrics
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Qui tollis peccata mundi
Dona eis requiem
Dona eis requiem
Pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Dona eis requiem
Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Dona eis requiem
Dona eis requiem
Sempiternam
Sempiternam
Requiem sempiternam
The lyrics of "Requiem" by Sarah Brightman and Paul Miles-Kingston are based on the traditional Latin Mass for the Dead. The refrain "Pie Jesu" translates to "merciful Jesus" and is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the pleading and supplicating tone of the piece. The choir sings "Qui tollis peccata mundi" which means "who takes away the sins of the world," calling on Jesus to grant a peaceful rest to the deceased. The text is a prayer asking for eternal rest for the souls of the dead, and the repetition of the phrases adds to the solemn and peaceful atmosphere of the music.
The lyrics of the song highlight the religious and spiritual themes and reflect the powerful emotions of loss and mourning. The haunting melody and the use of the Latin language make the song sound timeless, and the powerful performance of Sarah Brightman makes it a truly memorable and moving piece of music. The song has been widely used in funerals and other occasions to commemorate the dead, and it has become a deeply emotional and personal piece for many people.
Line by Line Meaning
Pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu
Oh Jesus, Oh Jesus, Oh Jesus, Oh Jesus
Qui tollis peccata mundi
You who take away the sins of the world
Dona eis requiem
Grant them rest
Dona eis requiem
Grant them rest
Pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu, pie Jesu
Oh Jesus, Oh Jesus, Oh Jesus, Oh Jesus
Qui tollis peccata mundi
You who take away the sins of the world
Dona eis requiem
Grant them rest
Dona eis requiem
Grant them rest
Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei, Agnus Dei
Lamb of God, Lamb of God, Lamb of God, Lamb of God
Qui tollis peccata mundi
You who take away the sins of the world
Dona eis requiem
Grant them rest
Dona eis requiem
Grant them rest
Sempiternam
Eternal
Sempiternam
Eternal
Requiem sempiternam
Grant them eternal rest
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: ANDREW LLOYD-WEBBER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nicseven7h77
I come here after Malakai's golden buzzer . Never knew this song was so holy it penetrate my soul. Thank you Jesus for the mercy for us đđïž
@nancylubasi7366
Me too
@YhateT8
I second word
@ms.jean-paul9159
Ditto...
@perriredd615
Iâm here after Malakai toođđ
@kellimac
I looked this up because of Malaki's performance as well. It makes me cry everytime I hear it but I cant stop listening. I imagine this is the "muzak" of Heaven.
@LuckySlavia
After watching the Pie Jesu golden buzzer of this year @BGT I had to come to watch this! Who's with me watching in 2023?đȘ
@chonkcat8654
Me !!!!
@frvalentinenzekah
@@chonkcat8654 that is exactly what has brought me here
@Ravenelvenlady
I certainly am. I remember it well when it was first released. It's an absolutely exquisite performance and setting of this sacred text. It still brings tears to my eyes. I also remember first hearing it to the soundtrack from where the images of this video come: a film called Hope & Glory.