The song "It Came Upon A Midnight Clear" is a Christmas carol that was written by Edmund Sears in 1849. The lyrics describe the scene on the night of Jesus' birth when the angels appeared in the sky and proclaimed "peace on earth, good will to men." The song speaks of the angels bending near the earth, playing their harps of gold, and singing a glorious song. The first verse sets the scene of the peaceful and still night when the angels descend from the heavens to share their heavenly music. The second verse talks about their peaceful presence and how their music flows over the weary world, bringing comfort and hope. The angels are described as bending over the sad and lowly places, offering their blessings. The third verse mentions the prophetic bards who foretold the arrival of a golden age when peace will reign over the entire earth. It speaks of a time when all nations will unite in harmony, and their voices will blend together, echoing the song of the angels. The song ends by repeating the phrase "Which now the angels sing," emphasizing that the heavenly message of peace and goodwill is still relevant and should be echoed by the whole world. Jaci Velasquez's version of the song captures the beauty and meaning of the original carol, conveying the message of peace and hope that is associated with Christmas. Her rendition is a heartfelt and melodic interpretation of this classic holiday song.
