Written in 1739 by Charles Wesley and later reshaped by George Whitefield, “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” became one of the most theologically rich Christmas hymns ever penned. Its lyrics trace the arc of redemption from birth to reconciliation, naming the Child as the fulfillment of ancient longing.
Originally penned with a triumphant, celebratory tone, FOE transforms “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” into a slow-burning, heavy anthem.
Pulsing drums, layered guitars, and a wide, cinematic mix turn the announcement of Christ’s birth into something monumental, almost tectonic.
Instead of brass-band brightness, we focus on the awe and gravity of the moment—the sound of heaven breaking into a weary world with unstoppable force.
Hark the herald angels sing
Glory to the newborn King
Peace on earth and mercy mild
God and sinners reconciled
Joyful all ye nations rise
Join the triumph of the skies
With angelic hosts proclaim
Christ is born in Bethlehem
Hark the herald angels sing
Glory to the newborn King
Glory to the newborn King
Christ by highest heaven adored
Christ the everlasting Lord
Late in time behold Him come
Offspring of a virgin’s womb
Veiled in flesh the Godhead see
Hail the incarnate Deity
Pleased as man with man to dwell
Jesus our Emmanuel
Hark the herald angels sing
Glory to the newborn King
Glory to the newborn King
Heaven and earth collide in praise
Every tongue will lift His name
Hark the herald angels sing
Glory to the newborn King
Hark the herald angels sing
The King has come