The Little Drummer Boy
The Klezmonauts Lyrics
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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
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
The Klezmonauts' "The Little Drummer Boy" is a touching Christmas song that tells the story of the birth of Jesus from the perspective of a young boy who is visiting the manger. The boy is approached by three wise men, who encourage him to come with them to see the newborn king. The boy is hesitant, telling the wise men that he is a poor boy and has nothing to give as a gift. But when they arrive at the stable where Jesus lies, the boy offers to play his drum for the baby.
The lyrics of this song are a powerful reminder of the importance of giving whatever we have to offer, no matter how small or humble it may seem. Like the little drummer boy, we all have something to contribute, whether it is through our talents, our time, or our resources. By giving what we can, even if it is as simple as playing a drum, we can honor and celebrate the miraculous birth of Jesus.
Overall, "The Little Drummer Boy" is a beautiful and timeless song that captures the true spirit of Christmas. Through its simple yet profound message, the song reminds us that even the smallest acts of kindness and generosity can make a big difference in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Come, they told me pa-rum pum pum pum
They informed me with urgency to come over here, pa-rum pum pum pum.
Our newborn King to see, pa-rum pum pum pum
To pay a visit to our newly born King, pa-rum pum pum pum.
Our finest gifts we bring pa-rum pum pum pum
Our most valuable offerings we bring along, pa-rum pum pum pum.
To lay before the King pa-rum pum pum pum
To present them before our King, pa-rum pum pum pum.
Rum pum pum pum. rum pum pum pum
Sound of the drums.
So to honor Him pa-rum pum pum pum
To show respect and reverence to Him, pa-rum pum pum pum.
When we come
As we arrive.
Little Baby pa-rum pum pum pum
A sweet, little baby, pa-rum pum pum pum.
I am a poor boy too, pa-rum pum pum pum
I am also a boy from a humble background, pa-rum pum pum pum.
I have no gift to bring pa-rum pum pum pum
I do not possess a gift worthy of bringing, pa-rum pum pum pum.
That's fit to give our King pa-rum pum pum pum
Suitable to offer our King, pa-rum pum pum pum.
Shall I play for you, pa-rum pum pum pum
May I perform for you, pa-rum pum pum pum?
on my drum?
Using my drum?
Mary nodded pa-rum pum pum pum
Mary acknowledged by nodding, pa-rum pum pum pum.
The Ox and Lamb kept time pa-rum pum pum pum
The Ox and Lamb followed along with the rhythm, pa-rum pum pum pum.
I played my drum for Him pa-rum pum pum pum
I hit my drum for Him, pa-rum pum pum pum.
I played my best for Him pa-rum pum pum pum
I made certain to perform the best of my abilities for Him, pa-rum pum pum pum.
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum
Sound of the drums.
Then He smiled at me pa-rum pum pum pum
At that moment, He smiled at me, pa-rum pum pum pum.
Me and my drum
Myself and my drum instrument.
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