Thank you so much for posting this! I have the song on their LP record, but no longer anything to play it on, so haven't heard this version in years. I just thought to see if it was posted here. What luck! It is, without a doubt, the very best rendition of this most beautiful song. Brings tears to my eyes, imagining that little boy playing with all his heart. Thank you so much for this.
My Dad's favorite Christmas song. We lost Dad in 1998, and it sure makes me think of him when I hear this song. Thanks for posting. Merry Christmas, all!
I'm a girl, but I always imagine i'm the male bass percussion part. I think it was because that's what my dad sung to me when i was little. Such a great song. one of the classics.
This non-believer feels such hearing this universal hymn to hope and peace. The song was written in 1958 and I have a feeling it will be sung though the ages for joy and for hope. Beauty!
Of the 3 men bringing gold etc., it was the God given gift of the drummer boy that brought the smile on the face of Jesus. Never has this meaning been more important then today, in the world of the newest gadgets and materialism, the meaning of this song is even more powerful and if we can learn from it, that new iphone just wont mean all that. Merry Christmas To All.
There are lots of good versions, but this is my favorite, too. I'm not ready for Christmas to be over yet! Had to take the tree down since it was getting crunchy (even though we watered it faithfully), but the wreath is still on my front door, and I'm still playing Christmas carols.
When you peel away all "wrapping paper" of Christmas, this song delivers the true meaning of the holiday. To give a gift from the heart is to give a piece of yourself, the greatest gift of all. The little drummer boy had only that to offer, and that was perfect.
@Vikefan7549 I can do nothing but agree with you. It's just perfection from the sopranos to the killing bass.... just beautifully done! no other like it now or ever will be.
It was December 1976 and I was 6 yrs old. We were heading home on the freeway in my dad's Ford Crown Victoria station wagon and I was laying down in the back seat (no seat belt laws back then). This very song came on the radio and I instantly sat up. I sat there frozen, completely mesmerized by this song. I swear I had never heard anything so beautiful. It still takes me back to when everything was peaceful, happy, and all was well with the world. Thanks. Merry Christmas to all.
This is the best version of the Little Drummer Boy. It is my dad's favorite and mine as well. It always brings back memories of my dad singing the base "bum, bum, bum..." line. Always makes me smile!
I remember this when I was about 8 years old,That was back in 1959 or 1960, It's been a long time, But I still Love this song. Memories of Christmas Past, of How everything seemed so Magical,So good.Everything was so different then. Thank You for this.
A much favored song of mine since the winter of 1996. I was going on 9 that year
the female voices reminded me of my grandparents and my parents singing to me as a child. This is one of the TRUE Christmas songs - since the holiday celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ...which also puts me to sleep. This version is the ONLY one I'll listen to; It's soothing.
the best little drummer boy song foget the others
TheXFiles85 1 month ago
parapapampam :D
megaLOLxDlol 2 months ago
Thank you so much for posting this! I have the song on their LP record, but no longer anything to play it on, so haven't heard this version in years. I just thought to see if it was posted here. What luck! It is, without a doubt, the very best rendition of this most beautiful song. Brings tears to my eyes, imagining that little boy playing with all his heart. Thank you so much for this.
bgwong2000 2 months ago
How wonderfully BEAUTIFUL! Bring tears to my eyes when I hear this!
Carter8442 2 months ago
IT BRINGS A TEAR TO MY EYE AS I LISTEN AND REFLECT ON THE YEARS GONE BY AND FRIENDS AND FAMILY THAT WE'LL NEVER SEE AGAIN.
BARRACUDA11000 2 months ago
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skrat5 2 months ago
A great song for a great occasion. Keep watching!
Wildcard120 2 months ago
I got to sing this song at Assembly 1965 with my 4th grade class chicago class room miss Caliduce Thank you for being my teacher!
PathfinderMac 2 months ago
THE best version of this song!! Hands down!!
mattsrage76 2 months ago
Remerbering my little cousin Stew singing this @Christmas time.Rest In Peace cousins Stew&Mike.-DONNIE
donsden93 2 months ago
This is my favorite version of this song! Beautiful!
deadlynightshade7 2 months ago in playlist Classical/Inspire
The four people who disliked this just burst into flames, and all of their family-members just came down with ultra-herpes.
So it is written so it shall happen.
Lordoffail 2 months ago
Just Beautiful!!
starmessenger 2 months ago
THE version.
ongawesgone 2 months ago
MY FAVORITE VERSION THANK YOU . MERRY CHRISTmas
palmyrarocks 2 months ago
Lovely quality! A pure, undiluted choral masterpiece.
wforwojtek 2 months ago
My Dad's favorite Christmas song. We lost Dad in 1998, and it sure makes me think of him when I hear this song. Thanks for posting. Merry Christmas, all!
akretowicz 2 months ago 2
this is a beautiful song
nmunoz7612 2 months ago
all time best version of little drummer boy with out a dought
The1968jpt 2 months ago
This is my favorite version of this song too, although Jars of Clay's is pretty good.
Ivyandstone 2 months ago
I'm a girl, but I always imagine i'm the male bass percussion part. I think it was because that's what my dad sung to me when i was little. Such a great song. one of the classics.
iceandfire44 2 months ago
1 of my favorite Xmas song.
kl9977gmail 2 months ago
This non-believer feels such hearing this universal hymn to hope and peace. The song was written in 1958 and I have a feeling it will be sung though the ages for joy and for hope. Beauty!
vmcla 2 months ago
i always picture myself playing the chimes when i hear this song :D
SFMHSRaidersGirl2 3 months ago
This is my FAVORITE Christmas song of all time. It is so moving and beautiful, it makes me cry everytime I hear it.
TheLid535 3 months ago
I love this song!♥
Iloveyou39101 3 months ago
nossa que horrivel... parece musica de velório!!!! misericordia senhor!!!!
PRMARCELOBRAZ 4 months ago
ahhh nothing like the men going rum rum rum! so pretty!
oliviasmulyan 4 months ago
This Christmas song (mainly this version) is undeniably wonderful. I do believe it was made in 1991.
tedirelan 9 months ago
@tedirelan I have this version on record that was old in the early 80's
bullittguy 2 months ago
the men take over the song at the end
MrCn94 10 months ago 2
This has to be the original, and it touches the soul.
takemeback2 1 year ago
@takemeback2 It is
The022450 8 months ago
David Bowe and Bing Crosby had a very memorable version on Bing's Last Christmas special, I also like Bob Seagers version too
SCOOPNJ78 1 year ago
Of the 3 men bringing gold etc., it was the God given gift of the drummer boy that brought the smile on the face of Jesus. Never has this meaning been more important then today, in the world of the newest gadgets and materialism, the meaning of this song is even more powerful and if we can learn from it, that new iphone just wont mean all that. Merry Christmas To All.
ExhaustingPassion 1 year ago
The only version of this song that is absolutely perfect.
nuboy529 1 year ago 2
@nuboy529
There are lots of good versions, but this is my favorite, too. I'm not ready for Christmas to be over yet! Had to take the tree down since it was getting crunchy (even though we watered it faithfully), but the wreath is still on my front door, and I'm still playing Christmas carols.
Cooeeoh7 1 year ago
La mejor de todas, no hay otra version que se le acerque siquiera a esta! :D
tkolot 1 year ago
FInally found this version! The most beautiful one. No doubt!
perelka1 1 year ago
My ALL time favorite Christmas song...doesn't get much more powerful than this!
greenlantern79 1 year ago
Not crazy about the video but this is the best version of the song.
Archer6908 1 year ago
Oh and the video is amazing and awesome!! Love that too!! :D
jpluvsjobros 1 year ago
Love this song! It's the best version! This is the true meaning of Christmas, the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ the Lord! :)
jpluvsjobros 1 year ago 2
When you peel away all "wrapping paper" of Christmas, this song delivers the true meaning of the holiday. To give a gift from the heart is to give a piece of yourself, the greatest gift of all. The little drummer boy had only that to offer, and that was perfect.
Tigermoon1950 1 year ago 4
@Tigermoon1950 Love your comment. I agree with you! :)
jpluvsjobros 1 year ago
this is the best version and a gorgeous one!
oliviasmulyan 1 year ago
This song defines the true meaning of Christmas. The birth of Jesus Christ
BRONZE842 1 year ago 22
@BRONZE842 no
domino14 2 months ago
I'm reminded of my grandmother every time I hear this. She used to play this every year when she had the family over.
mackbee628 1 year ago 2
Now it's Christmas time! The most beautiful version of this song ever recorded, no other can compare!
Vikefan7549 1 year ago 37
@Vikefan7549
I agree 100%
napsmommy 1 year ago
@Vikefan7549
I agree
BT3701 1 year ago
@Vikefan7549 I can do nothing but agree with you. It's just perfection from the sopranos to the killing bass.... just beautifully done! no other like it now or ever will be.
The022450 8 months ago
I absolutely LOVE this Christmas song! It makes me imagine that I was the Drummer Boy, playing his drum for Jesus. I like that thought.
KnucklesEchidna125 1 year ago
this is my favorite version of this classic song... means Christmas to me.
LaugherLady 1 year ago
It was December 1976 and I was 6 yrs old. We were heading home on the freeway in my dad's Ford Crown Victoria station wagon and I was laying down in the back seat (no seat belt laws back then). This very song came on the radio and I instantly sat up. I sat there frozen, completely mesmerized by this song. I swear I had never heard anything so beautiful. It still takes me back to when everything was peaceful, happy, and all was well with the world. Thanks. Merry Christmas to all.
shwmehvn 1 year ago 2
@shwmehvn That's a wonderful memory. Merry Christmas to you as well.
AdamsApple1963 1 year ago
Thanks for posting...this probably goes back to 1960 or so...
elihew 1 year ago
This is the best version of the Little Drummer Boy. It is my dad's favorite and mine as well. It always brings back memories of my dad singing the base "bum, bum, bum..." line. Always makes me smile!
28mandree 1 year ago 2
@28mandree i've sung this and the men sing fum fum fum or, at least the version i sung
caos1925 1 year ago
I remember this when I was about 8 years old,That was back in 1959 or 1960, It's been a long time, But I still Love this song. Memories of Christmas Past, of How everything seemed so Magical,So good.Everything was so different then. Thank You for this.
wolfmantip 1 year ago
A much favored song of mine since the winter of 1996. I was going on 9 that year
the female voices reminded me of my grandparents and my parents singing to me as a child. This is one of the TRUE Christmas songs - since the holiday celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ...which also puts me to sleep. This version is the ONLY one I'll listen to; It's soothing.
stahsha1 1 year ago
Love it
ramji1963 2 years ago