Swingerhead is a swing revival band - formed in Orlando, Florida, USA, by M… Read Full Bio ↴Swingerhead is a swing revival band - formed in Orlando, Florida, USA, by Michael Andrews - after the success of his musical comedy 'Mickey Swingerhead and the Earthgirls'. The band’s dynamic live shows mesh 50’s kitsch, high-class polish along with the energy of today’s club scene. Swingerhead has an emphasis on 30’s, 40’s and 50’s swing and have performed with symphony orchestras and in films.

The Little Drummer Boy
Swingerhead Lyrics

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Come, they told me pa-rum pum pum pum
Our newborn King to see, pa-rum pum pum pum
Our finest gifts we bring pa-rum pum pum pum
To lay before the King pa-rum pum pum pum
Rum pum pum pum. rum pum pum pum
So to honor Him pa-rum pum pum pum
When we come

Little Baby pa-rum pum pum pum
I am a poor boy too, pa-rum pum pum pum
I have no gift to bring pa-rum pum pum pum
That's fit to give our King pa- rum pum pum pum
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum
Shall I play for you, pa-rum pum pum pum
on my drum?

Mary nodded pa-rum pum pum pum
The Ox and Lamb kept time pa-rum pum pum pum
I played my drum for Him pa-rum pum pum pum
I played my best for Him pa -rum pum pum pum
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum

Then He smiled at me pa-rum pum pum pum
Me and my drum

Overall Meaning

The song "The Little Drummer Boy" tells the story of a young boy who visits the newborn King in Bethlehem, but he has no gift to offer. However, he does have a drum and offers to play it for the baby Jesus. Despite not having a gift, he wants to honor the King and his faith is demonstrated through his willingness to play for the baby Christ. Mary nods her approval and the ox and lamb listen intently as the boy plays his best for him. In the end, the boy is rewarded with a smile from the newborn King.

The lyrics are a beautiful reminder of the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of giving with a pure heart. The little drummer boy’s story showcases that it is not about the material gifts that we give, but our willingness to give from the heart, and to use our talents to honor and serve God. The song emphasizes that we all have something to give and that even the smallest gifts can make a difference.

Line by Line Meaning

Come, they told me pa-rum pum pum pum
They beckoned me with urgency, telling me to come with the sound of their drums

Our newborn King to see, pa-rum pum pum pum
To catch a glimpse of our recently born King, we make our way towards him with our musical instruments

Our finest gifts we bring pa-rum pum pum pum
We proudly offer our most valuable and superbly crafted presents before his highness

To lay before the King pa-rum pum pum pum
As a sign of our respect and devotion, we lay them in front of the divine King

Rum pum pum pum. rum pum pum pum
The rhythm of our musical instruments resonates throughout the air

So to honor Him pa-rum pum pum pum
It's our aim to express our admiration for him through our music

When we come
As we approach his holy presence

Little Baby pa-rum pum pum pum
A tiny, innocent, and defenseless child is lying before us

I am a poor boy too, pa-rum pum pum pum
I'm just like you - a simple youngster with limited means, resources, and wealth

I have no gift to bring pa-rum pum pum pum
Unfortunately, I don't have any present of value to show my appreciation

That's fit to give our King pa- rum pum pum pum
Something that's appropriate or worthy of offering to our majestic King

Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum
My drum's performance is becoming more lively and boisterous

Shall I play for you, pa-rum pum pum pum
Can I play my drum for you as a sign of my sincerity and gratitude?

Mary nodded pa-rum pum pum pum
Mary agrees, nodding her head in affirmation

The Ox and Lamb kept time pa-rum pum pum pum
While I play, the Ox and the Lamb keep the rhythm with their movements

I played my drum for Him pa-rum pum pum pum
I played my percussive instrument to entertain His Highness

I played my best for Him pa -rum pum pum pum
I gave it all I had in the performance, with complete dedication and zeal

Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum
The beat of my drum reverberates through the air once more

Then He smiled at me pa-rum pum pum pum
The divine one blessed me with a gentle smile, granting me peace and happiness

Me and my drum
The sense of elation and pride that's instilled in me by playing my drum

Lyrics © INTERNATIONAL KORWIN CORP, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harry Simeone, Henry V Onorati, Katherine Kennicot Davis, Lorenzo Definti

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