Huron Carol Lyrics
Heather Dale
Lyrics
Ehstehn yayau deh tsaun we yisus ahattonnia
O na wateh wado: kwi nonnwa 'ndasqua entai
ehnau sherskwa trivota nonnwa 'ndi yaun rashata
Iesus Ahattonnia, Ahattonnia, Iesus Ahattonnia.
Ayoki onki hm-ashe eran yayeh raunnaun
yauntaun kanntatya hm-deh 'ndyaun sehnsatoa ronnyaun
Waria hnawakweh tond Yosehf sataunn haronnyaun
Iesus Ahattonnia, Ahattonnia, Iesus Ahattonnia.
Chretiens, prenez courage,
Jesus Sauveur est ne!
Du malin les ouvrages
A jamais sont ruines.
Quand il chante merveille,
A ces troublants appas
Ne pretez plus l'oreille:
Jesus est ne, Iesus Ahattonnia.
Oyez cette nouvelle,
Dont un ange est porteur!
Oyez! ames fideles,
Et dilatez vos coeurs.
La Vierge dans l'etable
Entoure de ses bras
L'Enfant-Dieu adorable.
Jesus est ne, Iesus Ahattonnia.
Let Christian men take heart today
The devil's rule is done;
Let no man heed the devil more,
For Jesus Christ is come
But hear ye all what angels sing:
How Mary Maid bore Jesus King.
Iesus Ahattonnia, Jesus is born, Iesus Ahattonnia.
Three chieftains saw before Noel
A star as bright as day,
"So fair a sign," the chieftains said,
"Shall lead us where it may."
For Jesu told the chieftains three:
"The star will bring you here to me."
Iesus Ahattonnia, Jesus is born, Iesus Ahattonnia.
Song & Lyrics Facts
Heather Dale is a Canadian folk singer and songwriter who released the Huron Carol in 2003 on her album, The Road to Santiago. Co-written with Ben Deschamps, the traditional hymn was reinterpreted for modern audiences by Dale, who gave it an upbeat Celtic feel.
With lyrics written in both English and French, the song celebrates the birth of Jesus from a Native American perspective. Released on December 1st, 2003, the track featured Heather Dale's signature style combined with the talents of her band comprised of violinist Mark Sirett, percussionist David Newland, and bassist Chris Brown. The uplifting melody and inspiring lyrics have been embraced by many listeners, making it one of Heather Dale's most popular songs.