The song "Little Drummer Boy" is a classic Christmas song that has been covered by various artists, including Ty Herndon. It tells the story of a young boy who encounters the news of the birth of a newborn King (Jesus) and desires to pay tribute to Him. However, being a poor boy, he doesn't have any valuable gifts to present. Despite his lack of material wealth, the little drummer boy offers to play his drum for the baby Jesus as his gift. The lyrics emphasize the boy's dedication and commitment to giving his best to honor the newborn King. In the song, Mary, the mother of Jesus, nods in approval as the boy plays his drum. Even the animals present in the stable, like the ox and lamb, keep time to the boy's drumming. The boy plays his drum with passion and gives his all as he tries to express his gratitude and reverence. At the end, the baby Jesus smiles at the little drummer boy, showing his appreciation for the boy's heartfelt tribute. The song highlights the importance of offering what one has, no matter how modest, with complete sincerity and devotion. Overall, "Little Drummer Boy" signifies the essence of Christmas as a time of giving and expressing love, even with the simplest of means. It portrays the humility and selflessness that can be found in the story of Jesus' birth.