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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
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Aug 21, 2026 updated
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Hollyn's acoustic cover of the classic Christmas carol 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen' brings a fresh, intimate feel to the traditional hymn. The song retells the birth of Jesus Christ as the Savior who came to rescue humanity from sin and Satan's power. With its repeated refrain of 'comfort and joy,' it offers reassurance and hope, reminding listeners not to be dismayed. The collaboration with Dakota Thomas Wilson adds a warm, harmonious layer. This rendition preserves the carol's timeless message of salvation and peace, making it a fitting addition to any Christmas worship or reflection.
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[Dakota Thomas Wilson:]
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1, 2, 3, 4
God rest ye merry, gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
For Jesus Christ, our Saviour
Was born upon this day
To save us all from Satan's pow'r
When we were gone astray
O tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy
[Hollyn:]
God rest ye merry, gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember, Christ, our Saviour
Was born upon this day
To save us all from Satan's pow'r
When we had gone astray
O tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy
(Yeah, sing)
La-da-da-da
Da-da