Beginning with classical music, Warren had studied classical composers from Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Paganini, Brahms, Vivaldi and Shostakovich. Warren also studied ragtime music learning music from the songbooks of Scott Joplin, Harry Brewer and Geroge Hamilton Green. In Jazz, Warren has studied artist and composers from Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Freddie Hubbard, Clifford Brown, Herbie Hancock, Oscar Peterson, Milt Jackson, Bobby Hutcherson, Cal Tjader, Return to Forever, Weather Report, Wynton Marsalis and many others.
Musicians that Warren has played with or recorded with are Wynton Marsalis and The Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Jeremy Pelt and "Creation", Nicholas Payton, Tim Warfield, Adonis Rose, Donal Fox, Anthony Wonsey, Aaron Goldberg, Cyrus Chestnut, Lewis Nash, Willie Jones, Eric Reed, Mulgrew Miller, Terri Lyne Carrington, Yoron Israel, Larry Willis, David "Fathead" Newman, Stefon Harris, Reuben Rogers, Kevin Eubanks, Curtis Lundy, Steve Davis, Duane Eubanks, Ron Carter, Wycliffe Gordon, Robert Glasper, Esperanza Spaulding and many others.
Sweet Little Jesus Boy
Warren Wolf Lyrics
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They made you be born in a manger
Sweet little holy child
We didn't know who you were
We didn't know you'd come to save us Lord
To take our sins away
Our eyes were blind, we could not see
We didn't know it was you
You done told us how
When you were dying, oh you
You done showed us how
Even when you were dying
Does seems like we can't do right
Look how we treated you, oh
But please forgive us Lord
We didn't know it was you
Sweet little Jesus boy
They made you be born in a manger
Sweet little holy child
We didn't know it was you
Long time ago
You were born
Born in a manger solo
But the angels sang hallelujah
But we didn't know it was you
Sweet little Jesus boy
Born in a manger
Sweet little holy child
We didn't know who you were
In "Sweet Little Jesus Boy," Warren Wolf tells a story of how Jesus came to Earth but was born in a manger, and how people did not recognize Him. The song speaks of a profound ignorance that humanity had in not recognizing Jesus as the Messiah, and also a sense of repentance and humility.
The lyrics express the sadness of how Jesus had come to save the people from their sins, but they had not recognized Him. The song acknowledges that Jesus had tried to show people how to live through His life and was forgiving them for not knowing who He was.
The opening lines immediately set the tone for the entire song - a tone of repentance and humility. The lyrics describe Jesus as a "sweet little Jesus boy," and acknowledges that He was born in a manger, a humble beginning for such a powerful figure. The song goes on to speak of the profound ignorance of human beings in not recognizing who He truly was.
Overall, "Sweet Little Jesus Boy" is a song that expresses deep feelings of repentance and sorrow for not recognizing who Jesus truly was when He came to Earth. It highlights the humility and selflessness that is central to the Christian faith, reminding us that we should always be aware of our own shortcomings and seek forgiveness for our mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweet little Jesus boy
Gentle and innocent infant Jesus
They made you be born in a manger
You were born in a humble stable because there was no room in the inn.
Sweet little holy child
Jesus, the son of God, who was born in a miraculous way to save humanity.
We didn't know who you were
People did not recognize that you were the savior sent by God.
We didn't know you'd come to save us Lord
We did not understand your divine mission to save mankind from sin.
To take our sins away
Your sacrifice is the atonement for humanity's sins.
Our eyes were blind, we could not see
People could not understand the true identity and purposes of Jesus.
We didn't know it was you
People did not recognize that you were the Christ, the son of God.
You done told us how
You have revealed to us the truth about God's love and salvation.
When you were dying, oh you
Your death on the cross was an act of love and sacrifice for humanity.
You done showed us how
Your life and teachings have exemplified the path of righteousness and love.
Even when you were dying
Even in the moment of your death, you demonstrated love and compassion to others.
Does seems like we can't do right
People seem to struggle with living a righteous and holy life.
Look how we treated you, oh
Humanity has mistreated you, despite your gift of salvation and divine love.
But please forgive us Lord
We ask for your forgiveness for our sins and shortcomings.
Long time ago
Referring to the distant past, when Jesus was born.
You were born
The birth of Jesus Christ, the savior of the world.
Born in a manger solo
You were born in a manger without the presence of worldly grandeur.
But the angels sang hallelujah
The heavenly hosts rejoiced at the birth of the Messiah.
But we didn't know it was you
Mankind did not fathom the true significance of your miraculous birth.
Born in a manger
Your humble birthplace, which signifies your humility and grace.
Sweet little holy child
A term of endearment for Jesus as a manifestation of divine love and innocence.
We didn't know who you were
Mankind was not aware of your true identity as the Son of God.
Lyrics © DistroKid, CARL FISCHER, LLC
Written by: Robert Macgimsey
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777 morgan
warren u should be a house hold name be on christmas specials , voice sounds like a young patti austin in tone timber and phrasing, best arrangement of this song ever very classic and bluesy clean and fresh
777 morgan
BEST ARRANGEMENT EVER