The band played into the night
We danced until the morning light
Over Gethsemane hill was dawning
The sea rolled up to the shore
We danced until we could dance no more
It was Christmas day in the morning
We danced for a newborn child
Born for us so meek and mild
Wrapped in swaddling clothes in a manger
The morning star shone so bright
We shielded our eyes against its might
Shining down upon a new born messenger
Sent down to us from the lord
He healed the sick with a spoken word
Spreading peace and goodness for all to see
We followed him throughout the land
How people strained to touch his hand
Children listened spellbound of heavens key
Palm leaves into Jerusalem town
Paved the way for a thorny crown
Miracles were soon forgotten
Riding on an ass that day
A spiritual leader in his way
Mary’s child broken by the legion
His mission was to promote peace
The rulers could not release
Their power would be such a loss
A mock trial was quickly prepared
False alibis were easily shared
For his sins he was nailed to a cross
Followers cast out far and wide
All is lost the saviour has died
Believers imprisoned without trial
Debates were held into the night
What now of their plight
Could it be was it all worthwhile
Then news spread over Judea
The saviour has risen he is here
He spoke to Mary in the garden saying
Do not fear I will come again
Go tell all I am not in pain
Blessed be Christmas day in the morning
