Michael W. Smith’s “Newborn King” is a radiant and worshipful Christmas anthem that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ with reverence and joy. The song combines orchestral grandeur with a heartfelt melody, capturing the wonder of that holy night when hope entered the world in the form of a child.
Smith’s signature blend of powerful vocals, lush instrumentation, and cinematic arrangements brings the nativity story to life. The lyrics glorify the Savior’s arrival — the Newborn King who brings light to darkness and peace to all mankind. Each verse builds with emotional depth, culminating in a chorus that feels both triumphant and intimate.
“Newborn King” isn’t just a Christmas carol — it’s a worship experience. Through it, Michael W. Smith invites listeners to pause amid the festive season and remember the true reason for Christmas: the birth of Jesus, the King of Kings, and the hope of the world.
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Lyrics: Michael W. Smith – Newborn King
Verse 1
Oh the silent sky
Of a lonesome desert
Bethlehem just out of sight
The miles like years
As she holds her treasure
The babe the hope
The peace the light
Glory to God
In realms of heaven
Sing rejoice
With hands raised high
Peace to all to us is given
The Newborn King
The Babe The Christ
Every breath be a holy wonder
Darkness runs
From the voice of thunder
I have heard your cries
Dry your weeping eyes
The new born King
He comes tonight
Verse 2
Oh the silent years
In the land of shadows
Catch the tears
Of our suffering plight
When there seemed
No end to this battle
The Newborn King
He comes tonight
Chorus 1
Every breath
Be a holy wonder
Darkness runs
From the voice of thunder
I have heard your cries
Dry your weeping eyes
The new born King
He comes tonight
Chorus 2
Every voice
In the sky exulting
Every saint
Every prayer of longing
I have heard your cries
Dry your weeping eyes
The Newborn King
He comes tonight
Bridge 1
The angels sing
The ages ring
The shepherds blow
A manger low
O holy one
O love divine
The Newborn King
He comes tonight
Bridge 2
O Bethlehem
O starry night
O Israel
Lift up your eyes
The Newborn King
He comes tonight
Bridge 3
For unto us
A child is born
To wear for us
A crown of thorns
The Newborn King
He comes tonight
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