Lyrics

I Heard the Bells on Christmas Eve

© 2004 Lyrics by Kathryn L. Williams and
Music by Kathryn L. Williams and Fran Minarik
Saint Jane Jazz, LLC and REDCAT music


I heard the bells on Christmas Eve
The night came alive
Starry make believe
People singing, celebrating
The music's playing
Why am I crying

I heard the bells on Christmas Eve
The sky opened wide
My breath took leave
Snowflakes floating, 'tableau-ing'
The city's glowing
Still I'm crying

But Merry Christmas, anyway
May grace and mercy shine bright
May midnight chimes bring joyful times
And peace be ours always

Though the world seems cold
And we've been told
Faith will see us through
Let all voices rise
Before our spirit dies
It's up to us to make our dreams come true

I heard the bells on Christmas Eve
The love of this night my heart receive
Moonlight beaming, starlight gleaming, children dreaming
No more crying

So Merry Christmas, anyway
May grace and mercy shine bright
May midnight chimes bring joyful times
And peace be ours always
Yes peace be ours always