The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
What would you do if you heard a voice
That called you away that left no choice?
Would you sell all you had to you follow a star?
Would you trust it and leave your life behind?
We followed a star it let do the west,
We couldn't explain to our neighbors and friends
We waited so long watching the sun,
Now that we're here it all seems so clear
King of kings and Lord of lords
Immanuel, God with us
Prince of peace, Almighty God
Immanuel, God with us
Now we can see that it was all true
This child is born King of the Jews
But he is more than even we knew
the very angels of heaven worship him here
And the angels said:
"Do not be afraid I bring you great news
That will be for all people
Today in the town of David
A Savior has been born - He is Christ the Lord!"
That called you away that left no choice?
Would you sell all you had to you follow a star?
Would you trust it and leave your life behind?
We followed a star it let do the west,
We couldn't explain to our neighbors and friends
We waited so long watching the sun,
Now that we're here it all seems so clear
King of kings and Lord of lords
Immanuel, God with us
Prince of peace, Almighty God
Immanuel, God with us
Now we can see that it was all true
This child is born King of the Jews
But he is more than even we knew
the very angels of heaven worship him here
And the angels said:
"Do not be afraid I bring you great news
That will be for all people
Today in the town of David
A Savior has been born - He is Christ the Lord!"
Lyrics submitted by sqw
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