I Need a Silent Night
I’ve made the same mistake before
Too many malls, too many stores
December traffic, Christmas rush
It breaks me till I push and shove
Children are crying while mothers are trying
To photograph Santa and sleigh
The shopping and buying and standing forever in line
What can I say?
I need a silent night, a holy night
To hear an angel voice through the chaos and the noise
I need a midnight clear, a little peace right here
To end this crazy day with a silent night
December comes then disappears
Faster and faster every year
Did my own mother keep this pace
Or was the world a different place?
Where people stayed home wishing for snow
Watching three channels on their TV
Look at us now rushing around
Trying to buy Christmas peace
I need a silent night, a holy night
To hear an angel voice through the chaos and the noise
I need a midnight clear, a little peace right here
To end this crazy day with a silent night
What was it like back there in Bethlehem
With peace on earth, good will toward men?
Every shepherd’s out in the field
Keeping watch over their clock by night
And the glory of the Lord shone around them
And they were so afraid
And the angels said fear not for behold
I bring you good news of a great joy that shall be for all people
For unto you is born this day a Savior, who is Christ the Lord
And his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Prince of Peace
I need a silent night, a holy night
To hear an angel voice through the chaos and the noise
I need a midnight clear, a little peace right here
To end this crazy day with a silent night
To end this crazy day with a silent night
Listen to the song
Hør sangen
About the carol I Need a Silent Night
“I Need a Silent Night” is a Christmas song recorded by Amy Grant and written by Amy Grant, Chris Eaton and others involved in her holiday music. The song reflects Grant’s focus on faith, reflection and the deeper meaning of Christmas.
The song expresses a desire to slow down and experience the peaceful side of Christmas. It contrasts the busy activities often associated with the holiday season with the need for quiet reflection and spiritual renewal. The idea of a silent night connects with the traditional Christmas message of peace.
Amy Grant’s gentle performance gives the song a calm and thoughtful atmosphere. Its connection to Christmas comes from its focus on reflection, peace and faith. “I Need a Silent Night” reminds listeners that the holiday can also be a time for stillness and appreciating the deeper meaning of the season.
