The song "Away in a Manger" is a traditional Christmas carol that tells the story of the birth of Jesus. High Valley's rendition of the song stays true to the original lyrics and melody. The song starts by describing the humble conditions of Jesus' birth. There was no crib for a bed, so the baby Jesus lay in a manger, an animal feeding trough. The stars in the sky looked down upon the scene, and Jesus peacefully slept on the hay. The next verse mentions how the cattle are lowing, making noises that wake the baby Jesus. However, even though he wakes up, he doesn't cry like a regular baby would. The song reflects the belief that Jesus, being the Son of God, was without sin and did not exhibit typical human behavior. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Away in a manger" and highlights Jesus as the King of Kings and Emmanuel, which means "God with us." It is a joyful refrain celebrating the birth of the Savior. The subsequent verses express a personal connection and prayer to Jesus. The singer asks for Jesus to be near and stay close forever, expressing their love and devotion. The song also requests blessings for all the children and asks Jesus to take them to heaven to live with him. In High Valley's version, they add melodic vocalizations and harmonies, enhancing the beauty and emotion of the song. Overall, "Away in a Manger" is a cherished Christmas carol that celebrates the birth of Jesus and expresses devotion and love for him. High Valley's rendition stays true to the traditional lyrics and melody while adding their own musical touch.
