The Little Drummer Boy Lyrics
Boney M.
Lyrics
Come, they told me pa-rum pum pum pum
Our newborn King to see, pa-rum pum pum pum
Our finest gifts we bring pa-rum pum pum pum
To lay before the King pa-rum pum pum pum
Rum pum pum pum. rum pum pum pum
So to honor Him pa-rum pum pum pum
When we come
Little Baby pa-rum pum pum pum
I am a poor boy too, pa-rum pum pum pum
I have no gift to bring pa-rum pum pum pum
That's fit to give our King pa- rum pum pum pum
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum
Shall I play for you, pa-rum pum pum pum
on my drum?
Mary nodded pa-rum pum pum pum
The Ox and Lamb kept time pa-rum pum pum pum
I played my drum for Him pa-rum pum pum pum
I played my best for Him pa -rum pum pum pum
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum
Then He smiled at me pa-rum pum pum pum
Me and my drum
Song & Lyrics Facts
Boney M.'s version of the Christmas classic, "The Little Drummer Boy," was released in 1978 as part of their album Christmas Album. The song was written by Katherine Kennicott Davis and arranged by Frank Farian, the producer behind Boney M., a German band that achieved international success with hits like "Rasputin" and "Daddy Cool." The lyrics tell the story of a poor young boy who is invited to the nativity scene, where he plays his drum for baby Jesus.
The single peaked at No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of the most successful seasonal songs ever released. It has since become an iconic Christmas track, covered by many artists over the years. Despite its enduring popularity, the original recording by Boney M. remains a fan favorite, thanks to its catchy melody and uplifting message.