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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
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Jul 28, 2026 updated
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Pentatonix performs a traditional English Christmas carol, 'God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen,' which dates back to the 16th century. The song recounts the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem, emphasizing His role as Savior who came to rescue humanity from sin and Satan's power. It encourages listeners not to be dismayed but to find comfort and joy in the Christmas message. The lyrics reference the angel's announcement to shepherds, urging them not to fear. Pentatonix's a cappella arrangement brings a fresh, harmonious rendition to this classic hymn of hope and redemption.
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God rest ye merry gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Saviour
Was born on Christmas Day
To save us all from Satan's pow'r
When we were gone astray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
God rest ye merry gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Saviour
Was born on Christmas Day
To save us all from Satan's pow'r
When we were gone astray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
In Bethlehem, in Israel
This blessed Babe was born
And laid within a manger
Upon this blessed morn
The which His Mother Mary
Did nothing take in scorn
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 Saviour
Of a pure Virgin bright
To free all those who trust in Him
From Satan's pow'r and might."
O tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
O tidings of comfort and joy
God rest ye merry gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Remember Christ our Saviour
Was born on Christmas Day
To save us all from Satan's pow'r
When we were gone astray
Oh tidings of comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of comfort and joy