This song was recorded in September 1977 for Bing Crosby’s Merrie Olde Christmas television special. Bing Crosby performs “Little Drummer Boy,” while David Bowie sings “Peace on Earth”, which had just been written for him as a counterpoint to “Little Drummer Boy.”
This was reportedly performed after less than an hour of rehearsal. Click the above image to view the video. I hope you enjoy the combined melodies as much as I do! Below are the simple yet meaningful lyrics to “Peace on Earth”.
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“Peace On Earth”
Peace on Earth, can it be
Years from now, perhaps we’ll see
See the day of glory
See the day, when men of good will
Live in peace, live in peace again
Peace on Earth, can it be
Every child must be made aware
Every child must be made to care
Care enough for his fellow man
To give all the love that he can
I pray my wish will come true
For my child and your child too
He’ll see the day of glory
See the day when men of good will
Live in peace, live in peace again
Peace on Earth, can it be
Can it be
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