These singers debuted on The Lawrence Welk Show in 1955 after their school classmate, Larry Welk, son of Lawrence Welk, brought them to the attention of his father. They were a mainstay on the show until they left to start a career of their own in 1968. The quartet was only three members from 1960 to 1964; oldest sister Dianne got married, left the group, and then rejoined them again.
Over the decades, they recorded many albums. Their first album was on Brunswick Records and later on Coral, Dot, Ranwood and Mercury. They have recently released four CD volumes of songs taken from their own ABC-TV show.
They are not related to the Beatle John Lennon.
Away In a Manger
The Lennon Sisters Lyrics
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the little Lord Jesus laid down his Sweet head.
The stars in the bright sky looked 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,
Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask thee to stay
Close by me forever, and love me, I pray.
Bless all the dear children in thy tender care,
And fit us for heaven, to live with thee there.
The Lennon Sisters' song "Away in a Manger" is a beautiful Christmas carol that tells the story of the birth of Jesus. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the humble birth of Jesus in a manger, with no crib for his bed. The song speaks to the simplicity and purity of the nativity, capturing the beauty and wonder of the night that Jesus was born.
The first verse of the song speaks to the peacefulness of the night that Jesus was born. The stars in the sky shine bright as the little Lord Jesus lays down his sweet head on the hay. Despite the absence of a crib, Jesus is cradled in the warmth of the stable and is surrounded by love.
The second verse of the song describes the moment when the baby wakes up and the cattle begin to low. However, little Lord Jesus makes no noise as he is comforted by the presence of his mother and father. The lyrics then express the desire to be close to Jesus, to have him stay by our side until morning is nigh. The final verse of the song asks Jesus to bless and care for all of the dear children, and to guide us to heaven so that we may live with him there.
In summary, "Away in a Manger" is a beautiful Christmas song that captures the essence of the nativity scene. The song speaks to the simplicity and purity of the birth of Jesus and expresses the desire for his love and guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
Away in a manger, no crib for his bed,
The little Lord Jesus had no place to sleep, not even a proper bed.
the little Lord Jesus laid down his Sweet head.
The infant Jesus finally found a spot to rest and laid his head down to sleep.
The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,
The stars shone their light upon the location where Jesus had been placed.
The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.
Jesus was sound asleep, lying on a bed of hay.
The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,
The cows mooed loudly, waking up the baby Jesus.
But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.
Despite being awakened by the cows, Jesus did not cry, but remained calm and peaceful.
I love thee, Lord Jesus! Look down from the sky,
I express my love for you, Lord Jesus, and ask for your attention from above.
And stay by my side until morning is nigh.
I would like you, Lord Jesus, to stay by my side until the morning arrives.
Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask thee to stay
I implore you, Lord Jesus, to remain close to me always.
Close by me forever, and love me, I pray.
I ask that you, Lord Jesus, will always love me and remain by my side forever.
Bless all the dear children in thy tender care,
May you bless all the beloved children under your loving watchful care.
And fit us for heaven, to live with thee there.
Prepare us, Lord Jesus, to be ready for heaven, so we may live there and be with you.
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Written by: LEROY ANDERSON
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