What Child Is This? Lyrics
Josh Groban
Lyrics
What child is this
Who lay to rest
On Mary's lap is sleeping
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
While shepherds watch are keeping
So bring him incense, gold and myrrh
Come peasant king to own him
The King of Kings salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone him
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary
O raise, raise a song on high
His mother sings a lullaby
Joy, oh joy for Christ is born
The Babe, the son of Mary
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary
What child is this who lay to rest
On Mary's lap, on Mary's lap he is sleeping
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring him laud
The Babe, the Son of Mary
The Babe, the Son of Mary
The Son of Mary
Song & Lyrics Facts
Josh Groban's version of "What Child Is This?" was released on November 20th, 2007 as part of his album, Noël. The song was written by William Chatterton Dix and composed in 1865 by Englishman John Stainer.
Josh Groban is accompanied with a band including guitar, drums, piano, bass and strings. This rendition of the traditional Christmas carol has become a classic holiday favorite for many. It features beautiful lyrics that tell the story of Jesus Christ's birth, and its peaceful melody will surely make you feel the spirit of Christmas.