Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum
A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum
Our finest gifts we bring, pa rum pum pum pum
To lay before the King, pa rum pum pum pum,
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,
So to honor Him, pa rum pum pum pum,
When we come.
Little Baby, pa rum pum pum pum
I am a poor boy too, pa rum pum pum pum
I have no gift to bring, pa rum pum pum pum
That's fit to give the King, pa rum pum pum pum,
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,
Shall I play for you, pa rum pum pum pum,
On my drum?
Mary nodded, pa rum pum pum pum
The ox and lamb kept time, pa rum pum pum pum
I played my drum for Him, pa rum pum pum pum
I played my best for Him, pa rum pum pum pum,
Rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,
Then He smiled at me, pa rum pum pum pum
Me and my drum.
"Little Drummer Boy" is a classic Christmas song that has been covered by many artists over the years. One version of the song that stands out is the rendition by Anthony Evans. His unique interpretation brings a fresh perspective to the beloved holiday tune.
The song begins with the familiar lyrics, "Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum, A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum." These lines set the stage for the story that unfolds throughout the song. It tells the tale of a young boy, a poor drummer, who is invited to see the newborn King. Despite his lack of material wealth, he brings the only gift he has to offer - his drumming skills.
The lyrics continue, "Our finest gifts we bring, pa rum pum pum pum, To lay before the King, pa rum pum pum pum." This reflects the biblical story of the three wise men who brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to honor the baby Jesus. In the song, the drummer boy recognizes that he cannot offer such extravagant gifts. Instead, he humbly presents his talent and plays his drum for the King.
The story of the little drummer boy resonates with many because it reminds us that we all have something unique to offer to God. Just as the boy played his drum, we can use our talents and abilities to honor and worship Him. It doesn't matter if we feel inadequate or lacking in material possessions. God sees the sincerity of our hearts and accepts our humble offerings.
As the song progresses, we see the reaction of Mary, the mother of Jesus. "Mary nodded, pa rum pum pum pum, The ox and lamb kept time, pa rum pum pum pum." This imagery paints a beautiful picture of the joy and peace that filled the stable as the drummer boy played his drum. It's a reminder that our worship and praise can bring comfort and delight to those around us.
The chorus of the song repeats, "Shall I play for you, pa rum pum pum pum, On my drum?" This simple question captures the essence of the song. It highlights the willingness of the drummer boy to use his talent to glorify God. It's a challenge for each of us to examine our hearts and ask ourselves, "What can I offer to God? How can I use my gifts to honor Him?"
Anthony Evans' rendition of "Little Drummer Boy" adds a soulful touch to the song. His smooth vocals and heartfelt delivery bring a fresh energy to the lyrics. The song is featured on his album "Emmanuel," which is a collection of Christmas classics and original songs that celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
In conclusion, "Little Drummer Boy" by Anthony Evans reminds us of the power of humble worship. It teaches us that our offerings to God do not need to be extravagant or materialistic. Instead, they can be as simple as the beat of a drum. Through this song, we are encouraged to use our talents and abilities to honor and glorify God, just as the little drummer boy did so many years ago.
