Suzy Bogguss - The First Noel
4,369 views · Published 22 December 2016 · 3:30 · Indexed 10 November 2026
Channel: Bob Marshall · 2016 · Music
Yeah, yeah, I know, ho-hum, another rendition of "The First Noel." Thousands of artists have recordded it. And each of them tries so hard to add a different twist. Vocal gymnastics. Weird rhythms. Exotic instruments. A huge choir with a huge orchestra. Extra verses. A new bridge. A medley. Different tune. That's why Suzy Bogguss' version has always been my favorite. Very simple. Very sparse. Angelic voice. No bells. No whistles. Sorta reminds me of the way Jesus arrived. No throne. No palace. No crown. Born in a simple manger in a small village, borne by a simple young woman. Suzy's portrayal of the story is much more powerful than all the hoopla that other artists have thrown at the song.
