Story Behind The Song
Jesus is The Christmas Child. This song started with Happy Birthday Jesus.
Song Description
contrasts the Kingship of Christ with his human frailness. The King came to earth and put on flesh.
| Song Length |
3:32 |
Genre |
Unique - Holiday, Folk - General |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Quiet, Content |
Subject |
Joy, Universe |
| Similar Artists |
Alison Krauss, Sheryl Crow |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
The Christmas Child by Pam Shuler Nov. 29, 2011
tempo 115
VERSE 1
An angel band announced to Earth, God's kingdom had come.
Proclaiming to rich and poor the Son from God's throne.
Shepherds found the Holy newborn, wrapped in swaddling clothes.
and sleeping in a manger stall.
Chorus
Jesus, Messiah, the Christmas Child,
The Lion of Judah opened Heaven's gates.
Glory to the Prince of Peace, the little Babe, He is our King.
For ever, He will rule and reign.
VERSE 2
Three priests from the East bowed with reverence.
They showered him with radiant gold, myrrh and frankincense.
The sinless Son of man was born in Bethlehem.
The Father sent His spotless lamb.
Chorus
Jesus, Messiah, the Christmas Child,
The Lion of Judah opened Heaven's gates.
Glory to the Prince of Peace, the little Babe, He is our King.
For ever, He will rule and reign.
Bridge
flickering Advent candles,
point us like the Star of David to this Christmas miracle.
Happy Birthday, Jesus!
Chorus (2x)
Jesus, Messiah, the Christmas Child,
The Lion of Judah opened Heaven's gates.
Glory to the Prince of Peace, the little Babe, He is our King.
For ever, He will rule and reign.
Mmmh, this Christmas Child
by Pam Shuler