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The Little Rabbits Lyrics


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Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum
A new born 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
Baby Jesus, 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, me and my drum, me and my drum

Overall Meaning

These are the lyrics to the classic Christmas carol "The Little Drummer Boy," which tells the story of a poor boy who has no gift to bring to the newborn king, so he plays his drum for the baby Jesus. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, but they carry a deep message that is still relevant today. The song speaks of the power of music and the humble spirit of giving, even when we have little to offer.


The little drummer boy represents all of us who feel inadequate and powerless in the face of greatness. He is a humble servant who wants to give what he can, even if it seems insignificant. His drum beats are simple, but they are his best effort, and he plays them with all his heart. His willingness to serve and honor the king is what makes his gift meaningful.


The song speaks to the universal human desire to give and receive love and kindness. It reminds us of the beauty of simplicity, and how the smallest gestures of generosity can make a big impact on others. It also highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing the unique talents and abilities of each individual. The little drummer boy's drum might seem insignificant, but to him, it is the most important thing he has to offer.


Line by Line Meaning

Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum
The singer was informed to come to a certain place


A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum
The purpose of the singer's visit is to see a newly born king


Our finest gifts we bring, pa rum pum pum pum
The singer and companions bring their most valuable offerings


To lay before the King, pa rum pum pum pum
The gifts are intended to be presented to the king


Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum
Repetitive beats express the artist's enthusiasm and excitement


So to honor Him, pa rum pum pum pum
The reason for the gifts is to show respect and admiration for the king


When we come
The singer is emphasizing the point that they are coming to see the newborn king


Baby Jesus, pa rum pum pum pum
The king the artist has come to see is none other than baby Jesus


I am a poor boy too, pa rum pum pum pum
The artist identifies with being poor and doesn't have valuable gifts to offer


I have no gift to bring, pa rum pum pum pum
The artist doesn't have any physical items to present


That's fit to give our King, pa rum pum pum pum
The singer feels that anything they have is not worthy of giving to the king


Shall I play for You, pa rum pum pum pum
The artist asks if they can play their drum in place of a physical gift


On my drum?
The singer asks if the king would like to hear the drum being played


Mary nodded, pa rum pum pum pum
Mary, the mother of baby Jesus, acknowledged and allowed the singer to play their drum


The ox and lamb kept time, pa rum pum pum pum
Even the animals present joined the rhythm of the drum in a harmonious manner


I played my drum for Him, pa rum pum pum pum
The artist played the drum music for baby Jesus


I played my best for Him, pa rum pum pum pum
The artist assures that they played at their best-level capabilities for the king


Then He smiled at me, pa rum pum pum pum
Baby Jesus expressed happiness towards the singer and their drum performance


Me and my drum, me and my drum, me and my drum
The singer repeats this phrase to emphasize how their drum is the only item they can present, and that it was accepted and appreciated by baby Jesus




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Comments from YouTube:

@MrWillywax

Légendaire...

@winstonblitzkrieg

En France , il i as des Grand de la Musique . Little Rabbits en fait partie .

@arnoldme3120

dommage que la qualité sonore ne soit pas à la hauteur des petits lapins!

@heleneschaeffer6622

la vie était plus cool, les images moins bonnes, dommage mais génial !!!

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