Sting
Lyricist: A Basque Christmas folk carol and paraphrased into English by Sabine Baring-Gould Composer: A Basque Christmas folk carol and paraphrased into English by Sabine Baring-Gould
Gabriel's Message
The Angel Gabriel from heaven came
His wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame
"All hail" said he thou Holy Maiden Mary
Most highly favoured lady Gloria
(Gloria)
For know a blessed mother thou shalt be
All generations laud and honor thee
Thy son shall be Emmanuel as seers foretold
Most highly favoured lady Gloria
(Gloria)
The gentle Mary meekly bowed her head
"To me, be as it pleaseth God" she said
"My soul shall laud and magnify his holy name"
Most highly favoured lady Gloria
(Gloria)