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Prelude: It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
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Aug 25, 2026 updated
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Crowder's rendition of 'It Came Upon a Midnight Clear' retells the Christmas story with a modern, narrative twist. The song describes Caesar's decree, Joseph and Mary's journey to Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus in a manger, and the angelic announcement to shepherds. It blends the traditional carol's lyrics with a fresh retelling, emphasizing the good news of Christ's birth and the peace it brings. The piece captures the wonder and joy of the nativity, inviting listeners to reflect on the Savior's arrival and the heavenly proclamation of peace on earth.
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And it came to pass in those days
A decree of Caesar was given:
The whole of Rome must travel home
To the city of their kin
So Joseph packed up all his bags
And began the journey while
A donkey carried his fianc�e Mary
Cause she was pregnant, y'all
From Galilee, from Nazareth
To Bethlehem they roamed
And once arrived, it came the time
For the baby to be born
The child was laid in a lowly manger
As shepherds in fields nearby
Stood amazed 'neath a brilliant blaze:
The first O Holy Night
"Fear not!" an angel spoke to them
"For I have brought good news!
A child is born. He is the Lord
The Savior, here with you."
Great joy for all the people!
The heavens announce His birth
Angels applaud, "Glory to God!
And peace upon the earth!"
It came upon a midnight clear
That glorious song of old
From angels bending near the earth
To touch their harps of gold
Peace on the earth, good will to men
From heaven's all gracious King
The world in solemn stillness lay
To hear the angels sing