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Away In A Manger
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Aug 24, 2026 updated
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Pentatonix's rendition of "Away in a Manger" is a beloved Christmas carol that tells the story of Jesus's birth in a humble setting. The lyrics describe the baby Jesus lying in a manger, with stars watching over Him, and the cattle lowing nearby. The song also includes a tender prayer asking Jesus to stay close, bless children, and lead believers to Heaven. With its gentle melody and soothing harmonies, this version captures the peace and innocence of the nativity scene, making it a comforting and reflective piece for the Christmas season.
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La da da da da da, la da da da da da
La da da da da da, la da da da
Away in a manger, no crib for His bed
The little Lord Jesus lay down His sweet head
The stars in the sky look down where He lay
The little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay
La da da da da da, la da da da da da
La da da da da da, la da da da
The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes
But little Lord Jesus, no crying He makes
I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky
And stay by my side 'til morning is nigh
La da da da da da, la da da da da da
La da da da da da, la da da da
Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay
Close by me forever and love me, I pray
Bless all the dear children in Thy tender care
And take us to Heaven to live with Thee there
La da da da da da, la da da da da da
La da da da da da, la da da da
Away in a manger, no crib for His bed
The little Lord Jesus lay down His sweet head
The stars in the sky look down where He lay
The little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay
La da da da da da, la da da da da da
La da da da da da, la da da da
La da da da da da, la da da da da da
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