About the Song
“Bethlehem In Birmingham” is a song from the album “Christmas To Christmas” released in 1995. It was written by Toby Keith himself. The song tells a simple but meaningful Christmas story, revolving around a single man taking care of his mentally ill elderly mother. Even though the situation is not favorable, with boundless love, the son still tries to bring a warm Christmas to his mother.
The song’s lyrics are told naturally and honestly, recalling sacred family values and the power of love in difficult times. Country folk music is simple but close, suitable for the festive atmosphere.
“Bethlehem In Birmingham” is highly appreciated for its emotional storytelling and closeness to listeners. It helped Toby Keith receive much praise from music critics and audiences.
Toby Keith, with his powerful voice and great songwriting ability, gave “Bethlehem In Birmingham” a special and profound beauty. This song is not only a musical miracle but also a heartfelt sentiment about the true meaning of the Christmas season.
With its combination of catchy melodies and poignant lyrics, Toby Keith’s “Bethlehem In Birmingham” has become one of the most memorable and beloved Christmas songs of many people around the world.
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Lyrics
“Christmas Eve in Birmingham
It’s a long, long way from Bethlehem
Mary and Joe live outside of town
On an old, run-down farm
Mary says, Joe, you’d better get the car
My contractions ain’t that far apart
But that Falcon stalled after sixty yards
Out behind the barn
So away to the stables go Mary and Joe
Now, it’s not much shelter, but it keeps them from the cold
Mary’s hurtin’, Joe prays to God for a helping hand
They need a Bethlehem miracle tonight in Birmingham
A kerosene lantern is the only light
Joe says, Mary, don’t give up the fight
She’s gonna keep pushin’ till the baby cries
If it takes her last breath
And as the dawn begins to break
Across the fields, valleys and the lakes
A baby’s cry greets the light of day
Merry Christmas and God bless
So away in the stables lay Mary, the baby and Joe
It’s not much shelter, but it keeps them from the cold
Mary’s cradles her baby, Joe thanks God for the helping hand
There was a Bethlehem miracle last night in Birmingham
A Bethlehem miracle last night in Birmingham”