O come, all ye faithful,
Joyful and triumphant,
O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem;
Come and behold him,
Born the King of angels;
O come, let us adore him,
O come, let us adore him,
O Come, let us adore him,
Christ the Lord.
Sing, choirs of angels,
Sing in exultation,
Sing, all ye citizens of heaven above;
Glory to God
All glory in the highest
O come, let us adore him,
O come, let us adore him,
O Come, let us adore him,
Christ the Lord.
O come, all ye faithful,
Joyful and triumphant,
O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem;
Come and behold him,
Born the King of angels
O come, let us adore him,
O Come, let us adore him,
Christ the Lord
Christ the Lord
Christ the Lord
Yeah...
O come, O come and love him, come together adore him
O Come All Ye Faithful
O Come All Ye Faithful Song Meaning, Biblical Reference and Inspiration
Released on the album *The Classic Christmas Album* in 2015, Luther Vandross's rendition of "O Come All Ye Faithful" breathes a distinct warmth and reverence into this timeless carol. The carol itself carries a rich history, inviting believers through the ages to gather and adore the newborn King, a theme deeply rooted in the Nativity accounts found in the Gospels. It's an ancient summons, echoing the call to worship the Messiah foretold by prophets and revealed in Bethlehem. Vandross approaches this invitation not with mere performance, but with a profound sense of welcome and adoration. His vocal delivery is smooth, powerful, and layered with genuine emotion, transforming the traditional melody into a personal invitation to approach the manger. He captures the triumphant joy spoken of in the carol, the exultation fitting for the arrival of royalty, while simultaneously conveying the intimate tenderness of the Christ child's birth. This duality reflects the divine nature of Christ – both King of Kings, as referenced in Revelation 19:16, and the humble babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, as described in Luke 2:7. The music swells and recedes, allowing Vandross's voice to guide the journey towards Bethlehem, urging us to hasten with joyful steps, mirroring the shepherd’s eager response in Luke 2:15. The call to "come and behold Him" resonates with the Biblical imperative to draw near to God, as encouraged in James 4:8, promising that He will draw near to us. The carol's repeated exhortation to "O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord" finds its fulfillment in scripture's call to worship God alone (Psalm 95:6, Matthew 4:10). Vandross’s interpretation emphasizes the "Lord" aspect, reminding us that this child is not merely a historical figure but the Son of God, the Word made flesh, as illuminated in John 1:14. His performance elevates the familiar words, making them feel fresh and deeply personal, a direct summons to step out of our busy lives and bow down in worship before the One whose birth brought "peace on earth, good will toward men" (Luke 2:14). This recording stands as a beautiful musical expression of faith, encouraging all who hear it to join the chorus of angels and saints throughout history in giving glory to the newborn King, acknowledging that true joy and triumph are found in adoring Christ the Lord.
