About The Song
Toby Keith’s rendition of “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” is a classic country Christmas song that is sure to get you into the holiday spirit. The song is a traditional English carol that has been around for centuries, but Keith’s version gives it a modern country twist.
Keith’s vocals are warm and inviting, and he sings the song with a lot of emotion. The song is also backed by a beautiful country music arrangement that features acoustic guitars, fiddles, and sleigh bells.
The lyrics of “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. The song begins with the angels announcing Jesus’s birth to the shepherds. The shepherds then go to Bethlehem to see Jesus, and they are filled with joy.
The song then goes on to describe the many blessings that Jesus brought to the world. He is the “King of Kings” and the “Lord of Lords.” He came to save us from our sins and to give us eternal life.
“God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” is a beautiful and inspiring song that is perfect for the Christmas season. It is a song that will remind you of the true meaning of Christmas and the hope that Jesus brings to the world.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was originally written in the 16th century.
- It is one of the most popular Christmas carols in the world.
- It has been recorded by many artists, including Toby Keith, Elvis Presley, and Mariah Carey.
- The song is often sung at Christmas church services and caroling events.
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God rest ye merry gentlemenLet nothing you dismay Remember Christ, our Savior Was born on Christmas day To save us all from Satan’s power When we were gone astray O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joyIn Bethlehem, in JewryThis blessed Babe was born And laid within a manger Upon this blessed morn That which His Mother Mary Did nothing take in scorn O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joyFrom God our Heavenly FatherA blessed Angel came And unto certain shepherds Brought tidings of the same How that in Bethlehem was born The Son of God by name O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joy“Fear not, ” then said the Angel“let nothing you affright This day is born a Savior Of pure Virgin bright To free all those who trust in Him From Satan’s power and might” O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joyThe shepherds at those tidingsRejoiced much in mind And left their flocks a-feeding In tempest, storm, and wind And went to Bethlehem straightway The Son of God to find O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joyAnd when they came to BethlehemWhere our dear Savior lay They found Him in a manger Where oxen feed on hay His Mother Mary kneeling down Unto the Lord did pray O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joyNow to the Lord sing praisesAll you within this place And with true love and brotherhood Each other now embrace This holy tide of Christmas All other doth deface O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joy