Story Behind The Song
The words to the Christmas carols "What Child Is This?" were written by William Dix in 1865. The music is a traditional 16th century melody called Greensleeves.
Song Description
The words to the Christmas carols "What Child Is This?" were written by William Dix in 1865. The music is a traditional 16th century melody called Greensleeves.
| Song Length |
4:59 |
Genre |
Unique - Holiday, R & B - Religious |
| Tempo |
Very Slow (Under 70) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Peaceful, Serene |
Subject |
Religion, Holidays |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
What Child is this who, laid to rest
On Mary's lap is sleeping?
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
While shepherds watch are keeping?
Chorus:
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste, to bring him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary.
Chorus:
Nails, spear shall pierce Him through
The cross be borne for me, for you
Hail, hail the Word made flesh
The Babe, the Son of Mary.
So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh
Come peasant, king to own Him
The King of kings salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone Him.
Chorus:
Raise, raise a song on high
The virgin sings her lullaby.
Joy, joy for Christ is born
The Babe, the Son of Mary.