Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht (Silent Night, Holy Night) Lyrics
Luciano Pavarotti
Lyrics
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht!
Alles schläft, einsam wacht
Nur das traute, hochheilige Paar.
Holder Knabe im lockigen Haar,
Schlaf in himmlischer Ruh,
Schlaf in himmlischer Ruh.
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht!
Hirten erst kundgemacht,
Durch der Engel Halleluja
Tönt es laut von fern und nah:
Christ, der Retter ist da,
Christ, der Retter ist da!
Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht!
Gottes Sohn, o wie lacht
Lieb aus deinem göttlichen Mund,
Da uns schlägt die rettende Stund,
Christ, in deiner Geburt,
Christ, in deiner Geburt.
Song & Lyrics Facts
Luciano Pavarotti's version of the classic Christmas carol "Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht" (Silent Night, Holy Night) is featured on his album The Essential Pavarotti. Released in 2003, this compilation album includes some of Pavarotti's most beloved performances from over the years.
The song was originally composed by Franz Xaver Gruber and the lyrics were written by Joseph Mohr in 1818. It has been recorded by numerous artists throughout the years including Luciano Pavarotti. Pavarotti's rendition is a powerful performance with beautiful accompaniment from the National Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Kurt Herbert Adler. This traditional Christmas carol features lyrics about the birth of Jesus Christ and expresses peace and hope for all people. The Italian tenor brings an emotional depth to the song that makes it one of the most memorable recordings of Silent Night ever released.