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Lyrics

A mother teaches her young child the true meaning of Christmas on Christmas Eve.

Once Upon A Christmas Eve
Gary O’Driscoll © 2025
CHAPEAU ROUGE MUSIC SOCAN
[Verse 1]
Close your eyes, my little one, the night is calm and still
The stars are shining overhead beyond the snowy hill
It’s time to hear a story now, a tale we all believe
About the Baby Jesus, once upon a Christmas Eve

[Verse 2]
Long ago in Bethlehem, beneath a sky so wide
A humble manger sheltered love with angels by its side
No palace walls, no royal crown, no silver or bright gold
Just straw and gentle candlelight to keep Him from the cold

[Chorus]
Once upon a Christmas Eve,
A child was born so we believe
The truest gift He came to leave
Once upon a Christmas Eve

[Verse 3]
The shepherds heard the angels sing, their hearts were filled with joy
They hurried down the quiet hills to see the newborn Boy
And wise men traveled far and wide to kneel before the King
They carried gifts, but greater still was what His love would bring

[Verse 4]
So when you see the twinkling lights or hear the carols play
Remember what began that night and still is true today
For Christmas isn’t found in toys or presents by the tree
It's found deep within us, once upon a Christmas Eve

[Chorus]
Once upon a Christmas Eve,
A child was born so we believe
The truest gift He came to leave
Once upon a Christmas Eve

[Chorus]
Once upon a Christmas Eve,
A child was born so we believe
The truest gift He came to leave
Once upon a Christmas Eve