A long time ago in a Bethlehem town,
The Lord from heaven to earth came down.
The King of kings was born in a manger,
Now we can sing what the angels sang.
O He shall be called the name of Jesus,
Prince of peace, our God is with us,
The chains of sin and death are gone now.
Oh, joy to the world, the Lord is come!
Joyful, joyful, we adore thee,
God of glory, Lord of love;
Hearts unfold like flowers before thee,
Op'ning to the sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness;
Drive the dark of doubt away.
Giver of immortal gladness,
Fill us with the light of day!