They began in the 80's and spent their early years touring hundreds of universities country wide. They received the Contemporary Artist of the Year aware in 1994 and 1994 by the National Association for Campus Activities. They found international success with a number one hit in a handful of European countries with a remake of Dean Friedman's quirky song, "McDonald's Girl." The Blenders continue writing their own music as well as adapting songs of their favorite artists.
More recently they have an enormously successful holiday concert tour from their holiday albums. The Blenders delight their audiences with their signature vocal sound and are often described as, "one of America's best-kept vocal secrets".
One Small Child
The Blenders Lyrics
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One small child in a land of a thousand
One small dream of a Savior tonight
One small hand reaching out to the starlight
One small Savior of love
One small Savior of love
One king bringing his gold and his riches
One king kneeling with incense and candlelight
One King bringing us life
One King bringing us life
See the shepherds kneeling before him
See the kings on bended knee
See the mother praising the Father
See his tiny eyelids fall
One small child in a land of a thousand
One small dream of a Savior tonight
One small hand reaching out to the starlight
One small Savior of life
One small Savior of life
See the shepherds kneeling before him
See the kings on bended knee
See the mother praising the Father
See his tiny eyelids fall [Repeat: x 3]
See the shepherds
See the kings
See his mother
See his tiny eyelids fall
The Blenders' song One Small Child is a beautiful Christmas song that describes the miraculous birth of Jesus Christ in the land of a thousand. The song celebrates the birth of the savior and paints a vivid picture of the scene at the manger on that first Christmas night.
The first verse of the song discusses the arrival of the baby Jesus, who is the embodiment of hope and salvation, even in a land that is crowded with a thousand people. The second verse goes on to describe the gifts brought by the three wise men or Magi, who came from far away to give their offerings to the baby Jesus. The chorus of the song emphasizes that it is not just one small child but also one small savior of love who has brought the gift of life.
The bridge of the song is especially poignant, as it highlights the humanity of the scene at the manger, with the shepherds, kings, and mother of the baby all gathered around him. The ending of the song gently repeats the image of the baby's eyelids falling, implying that he is falling asleep, that he is safe and loved.
Line by Line Meaning
One small child in a land of a thousand
In a vast place with many people, there is just one tiny child.
One small dream of a Savior tonight
Even though it's just a small child, this baby has the potential to become the Savior.
One small hand reaching out to the starlight
The child is reaching outward, as if searching for something greater than itself.
One small Savior of love
By becoming the Savior, this small child will bring love into the world.
One king bringing his gold and his riches
A powerful king comes to the child, bringing gifts that signify his wealth and status.
One king ruling an army of might
The king is also a military leader and has control over a powerful army.
One king kneeling with incense and candlelight
Despite his wealth and power, the king humbly kneels before the baby and honors him with incense and a candle.
One King bringing us life
The baby will become a King and bring new life to the world.
See the shepherds kneeling before him
Even humble shepherds acknowledge the child's greatness and kneel before him.
See the kings on bended knee
Even powerful kings humble themselves before the child and bow down before him.
See the mother praising the Father
Mary, the child's mother, gives thanks to God the Father for this miracle.
See his tiny eyelids fall
The baby is peaceful and calm, and his eyes close as he sleeps.
One small Savior of life
The baby will bring new life and hope to the world as the Savior.
See the shepherds
Once again, the shepherds pay homage to the baby.
See the kings
Even the kings continue to honor the child's greatness.
See his mother
Mary, the baby's mother, remains by his side and watches over him.
See his tiny eyelids fall
Once again, the baby is peaceful and asleep.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID MEECE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
GOD'S IKASHIKA ACADAMY
Wonderful!! I love this ❣️
anchorskid
This mash-up, Mary, Did You Know? sung by Voctave and Mark Lowry or Pentatonix, and Carol of the Bells by a good orchestra have to be my top three favorite Christmas songs.
Ray Rebholz
one last song
Jack Mandu
Beautiful job, looking forward to seeing their Christmas concert this year.
Marshall Farris
Very nice rendition!
Winston Dehaney
Love this rendition!
Laura Buckles
Ah, my gateway video that started my Blenders addiction. Thanks for recommending it again, YouTube. :)