I've been hearing this song a lot on the radio this week and in years past, but never paid much attention to the lyrics until now. It was written in the '80s by Sir Bob Geldof to raise money for Ethiopian famine relief. While I understand the sentiment, I think I'd be embarrassed to play it for any of my friends in Africa. Your thoughts?
It's Christmastime
There's no need to be afraid
At Christmastime, we let in light and we banish shade
And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy
Throw your arms around the world at Christmastime
But say a prayer
Pray for the other ones
At Christmastime it's hard, but when you're having fun
There's a world outside your window
And it's a world of dread and fear
Where the only water flowing is the bitter sting of tears
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging
chimes of doom
Well tonight thank God it's them instead of you
And there won't be snow in Africa this Christmastime
The greatest gift they'll get this year is life
(Oooh) Where nothing ever grows
No rain nor rivers flow
Do they know it's Christmastime at all?
(Here's to you) raise a glass for everyone
(Here's to them) underneath that burning sun
Do they know it's Christmastime at all?
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmastime again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmastime again
3 comments:
I think I could see some embarrassing parts, but given your experiences I'd be curious to hear why from your perspective.
cheers,
jude
Here Here Jude - I agree!
I agree with you Julianne! I was thinking the same thing when I heard it on the radio the other day. Do they know it's Christmastime????? The African church is stronger and growing faster than the American church by FAR. The question is whether or not WE know it's Christmas (or rather, WHAT Christmas is).
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