After The Judds disbanded in 1991, she then went to Texas Wynonna began a solo career, also on Curb. In her solo career, she has released eight studio albums, a live album, a holiday album and two compilation albums in addition to charting more than 20 singles of her own. Her first three singles—"She Is His Only Need", "I Saw the Light," and "No One Else on Earth"—all reached number one on the U.S. country singles charts consecutively, as did 1993's "Only Love" and 1996's, "To Be Loved by You." Three of her albums are certified platinum or higher by the RIAA. She released a new single, "Something You Can't Live Without," in March 2013. Her most recent recording, Wynonna & The Big Noise, was released on February 12, 2016 via Curb Records. Wynonna & the Big Noise are a country band lead by Wynonna and husband Cactus Mosher. Wynonna is most recognized for her musical work, although starting in the 2000s she has also pursued other interests, including writing, acting and philanthropy.
Silent Night
Wynonna Judd Lyrics
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All is calm, all is bright
Round yon Virgin mother and child
Holy infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace
Silent night, holy night
Glories stream from heaven afar
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia
Christ the Savior is born
Christ the Savior is born
Silent night, holy night,
Son of God, love's pure light
Radiant beams from thy holy face
With the dawn of redeeming grace
Jesus, Lord, at thy birth
Jesus, Lord, at they birth
Sleep in heavenly peace
The lyrics of the song "Silent Night" by Wynonna Judd depict the peaceful and holy night of Jesus' birth. The first verse portrays the serene environment, where everything is calm and bright. The virgin mother Mary and baby Jesus are also present, as they share a moment of restful slumber. The second verse highlights the awe and fear of the shepherds as they witness the glory of heaven, with angels singing "Alleluia" to celebrate the birth of Christ, the savior. The final verse is a direct reference to Jesus, as he is described as the son of God and the pure light of love, giving light and grace to the world. Overall, the lyrics portray the joy and peace of the special night when Jesus was born, and remind us of the beauty and significance of the season.
Line by Line Meaning
Silent night, holy night
The night is silent and it is holy
All is calm, all is bright
Everything is peaceful and bright
Round yon Virgin mother and child
The Virgin mother and her child are surrounded by peace and silence
Holy infant so tender and mild
The infant is holy and gentle
Sleep in heavenly peace
The infant is sleeping peacefully in heaven
Shepherds quake at the sight
The shepherds are trembling with fear and wonder
Glories stream from heaven afar
Glory is shining from afar in heaven
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia
The angels in heaven are singing hallelujah
Christ the Savior is born
The savior, Christ, is born
Son of God, love's pure light
Jesus, the Son of God, is the pure light of love
Radiant beams from thy holy face
Jesus' holy face is shining with radiant beams
With the dawn of redeeming grace
The dawn brings redeeming grace
Jesus, Lord, at thy birth
Jesus is the Lord and he was born on this holy night
Sleep in heavenly peace
Jesus, the infant, is sleeping peacefully in heaven
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Written by: Traditional (pd), David Foster, Rod Stewart
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