Joseph and Mary’s Boy
Out here is the country there’s magic in the air
It’s the middle of December there’s excitement everywhere
Everyone’s invited, the celebration’s planned
The gift is just what’s in your heart and not what’s in your hand
And who’s the one we need to thank, who’s the party for
Who’s the one responsible for all this peace and joy
Who deserves the credit for the blessings we enjoy
The preacher said last Sunday it was Joseph and Mary’s boy
There were times we didn’t think we’d make it through the year
The banker tried to take our farms but somehow we’re still here
I don’t know how our crops survived the drought and then the rain
It must have been a miracle, how else could you explain
And who’s the one we need to thank, and who’s the party for
And who’s the one responsible for all this peace and joy
And who deserves the credit for the blessings we enjoy
The preacher said last Sunday it was Joseph and Mary’s boy
The Christ Child born in Bethlehem, Joseph and Mary’s boy
Everyone’s invited, the celebration’s planned
The gift is just what’s in your hearts and not what’s in your hands
Listen to the song
Hør sangen
About the carol Joseph and Mary’s Boy
“Joseph and Mary’s Boy” is a Christmas song recorded by Alabama. The song focuses on the Christian story of Jesus’ birth through the perspective of Joseph and Mary’s role in the Nativity.
The song reflects on the humble circumstances surrounding the birth of Jesus and the significance of the child born in Bethlehem. It highlights themes of faith, wonder and the importance of the Christmas story.
Alabama’s country style gives the song a warm and sincere presentation. Its connection to Christmas comes directly from the Nativity and the Christian meaning of the holiday. “Joseph and Mary’s Boy” represents the faith-based side of Christmas music.
