Gabriel's Message Lyrics
Sting
Lyrics
The angel Gabriel from Heaven came
His wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame;
"All hail", said he, "Thou lowly maiden Mary,"
Most highly favoured lady, Gloria!
"For known a blessed Mother thou shalt be,
All generations laud and honour thee,
Thy Son shall be Emmanuel, by seers foretold,
Most highly favoured lady," Gloria!
Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head,
"To me be as it pleaseth God," she said,
"My soul shall laud and magnify his holy name,"
Most highly favoured lady, Gloria!
Song & Lyrics Facts
Sting's song Gabriel's Message is a Christmas carol, released in December 1985 on the album If On A Winter's Night. It was written by Sting and Dominic Miller and performed by Sting and The Police band members.
This traditional English folk song tells the story of the angel Gabriel announcing to Mary that she will be the mother of Jesus Christ. Its lyrics are based on the Bible passage Luke 1:26–38. The song has become a staple of Christmas music and has been covered by many different artists throughout the years.