James Taylor is one of the best singer/song writers of all time. His voice always brings me peace, even when he makes me cry. His story telling is perfection. Thanks for posting this song.
From an old classic composed by English composer, Gustav Holst (famous for his Planets Suite). Not sure who put lyrics to this original instrumental, would not be surprised it's JT. But check out a beautiful and haunting instrumental version by Norwegian trumpeter, Tine Thing Helseth in the Tube.
God bless James Taylor what a voice ..must be the most distinctive in the world.....James has been a friend of mine all my life ...he has given so much to the world ...a truly great great artist
Best Christmas music of all time!
jktedder4cac 2 months ago
he provided the sound track to so much of my life.
nutcracker2007 2 months ago 3
I listen to his best hits all the Christmas season..thank you for all your music JT
janismful 2 months ago
Absolutely beautiful...best version of this song by far. I love the words of the last verse !!
rabmmt 2 months ago
such a humble man with talent in spades. he's been my favorite recording artist since I first heard him in 1971.
huntrichardson 2 months ago
Best version I've heard of this tune - brought tears to my eyes. God bless James Taylor and thanks for sharing this video!
Paradisi720 2 months ago
Nice: thanks for posting. Picked this version in a blog post on best traditional carols
PaulOnBooks 2 months ago
slammin'. really under the radar this tune.
James sings it so great. this tune is a keeper.
tritone12 2 months ago
What a great Song. Thank you.
ronbelangerguitars 2 months ago
Beautiful song, beautifully sung!
Peggy91193 2 months ago
gorgeous man, with a gorgeous voice!
Clover11able 2 months ago
my wife just reminded me that i like to play this song in the summer when it's about 90. it moves me to tears. i can't help myself.
ciarraibuzz 2 months ago
@ciarraibuzz Glad it's not just me.......
daneandkath 2 months ago
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James Taylor is one of the best singer/song writers of all time. His voice always brings me peace, even when he makes me cry. His story telling is perfection. Thanks for posting this song.
xmaslightpros 2 months ago
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xmaslightpros 2 months ago
My further research found Christina Rosetti as being the original lyricist. Nice version also by Julie Andrews.
chewjfsh 3 months ago
From an old classic composed by English composer, Gustav Holst (famous for his Planets Suite). Not sure who put lyrics to this original instrumental, would not be surprised it's JT. But check out a beautiful and haunting instrumental version by Norwegian trumpeter, Tine Thing Helseth in the Tube.
chewjfsh 3 months ago
I adore this song and especially love this version. XO James Taylor!
ThePogo63 3 months ago
I've never heard this song before until I bought the James Taylor Christmas album. I love this version. I've been listening to JT since I was a baby.
InuyashaPrincess14 3 months ago in playlist Favorite videos
So simple. So musical. So absolutely perfect! I love this version.
alfknutsen1 3 months ago
What's wrong with Christina Rossetti's original words?
sjpnot21 3 months ago
In a quandry, James Taylor or Bert Jansch? Hard choice, both stunning.
Jeffrob445 3 months ago
God bless James Taylor what a voice ..must be the most distinctive in the world.....James has been a friend of mine all my life ...he has given so much to the world ...a truly great great artist
bekindunlimited 3 months ago 10
Love this amazing song.. JT did a marvelous job. AMEN
Kenchinl 3 months ago
that man kills this summer, so bad!
MOZ1175 3 months ago
love this song it is truley stunning
bedsitsongbird33 6 months ago