The Fab Four is an internationally touring Beatles tribute act from the Uni… Read Full Bio ↴The Fab Four is an internationally touring Beatles tribute act from the United States. It has featured the Beatle-related impersonations of (John) Ron McNeil, Tyson Kelly, Frank Canino; (Paul) Ardy Sarraf, Frank Medonca III, Neil Candelora; (George) Gavin Pring, Michael Amador, David Brighton; (Ringo) Rolo Sandoval, Erik Fidel, Luis Renteria; and (Ed Sullivan) Jeffy Hoban, George Trullinger, and Jeff De Hart.

Away in a Manger
The Fab Four Lyrics

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Away in a manger
No crib for His bed
The little Lord Jesus
Lay down His sweet head

The stars in the sky
Look down where He lay
The little Lord Jesus

Asleep on the hay!

The cattle are lowing
The baby awakes
But little Lord Jesus
No crying He makes

I love thee, Lord Jesus
Look down from the sky
And stay by my cradle
'Til morning is high

We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas (Hey!) and a Happy New Year
Hey!
Christmas!
Merry Christmas, everyone.
Grable.
Thanks for rocking and bopping all year with us.
I've got a candy cane in me pocket.
Happy Crimble, and Happy New Year.

Away in a manger
No crib for His bed
The little Lord Jesus
Lay down His sweet head

The stars in the sky
Look down where He lay

The little Lord Jesus
Asleep on the hay!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Fab Four's rendition of "Away in a Manger" express the humble setting of Jesus' birth. The lullaby starts by pointing out that Jesus was born in a manger, as there was no crib fit for him. The second line emphasizes the tenderness and vulnerability of the baby Jesus by calling him "the little Lord Jesus." The third and fourth lines describe the peaceful scene with the baby laying "down his sweet head" on the hay. The second verse carries on the description of the scene in the manger, commenting on the peacefulness of the surroundings with the stars looking down on the baby Jesus. It is emphasized that Jesus was not crying as he rested, which is remarkable and conveys a sense of calmness, auspiciousness and serenity. The final verse of the song shifts from the manger to a personal prayer for Jesus to look over the singer as they rest, and to watch their cradle until morning.

The song also ends with a shout-out, wishing everyone a merry Christmas and a happy new year. The addition of these lyrics is a happy, lively way to end the song, reminding listeners of the festive and celebratory nature of Christmas.

Line by Line Meaning

Away in a manger
Our Lord was born in an unassuming barn

No crib for His bed
There was no fancy bed for the baby Jesus

The little Lord Jesus
Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, wrapped in swaddling cloths

Lay down His sweet head
He rested His head on a bed of hay

The stars in the sky
The heavens above, illuminated by stars

Look down where He lay
Shining upon the humble location of His birth

Asleep on the hay!
The baby Jesus slept soundly on the hay

The cattle are lowing
The cows and other animals make noise in the background

The baby awakes
Jesus wakes up from His slumber

But little Lord Jesus
Our Lord and Savior, the King of Kings

No crying He makes
Jesus did not cry after awakening