Do You Hear What I Hear
Whitney Houston · Exhale [single] [1995]
Do you hear what I hear
Ringing through the night, shepherd boy,
Do you hear what I hear
A song, a song, high above the trees
With a voice as big as the sea
With a voice as big as the sea
Said the shepherd boy to the mighty king
Do you know what I know
In your palace warm, mighty king
Do you know what I know
A child, a child, shivers in the cold
Let us bring him silver and gold
Let us bring him silver and gold
Said the king to the people everywhere,
Listen to what I say
Pray for peace, people everywhere,
Listen to what I say
A child, a child, sleeping in the night
He will bring us goodness and light
He will bring us goodness and light
Do You Hear What I Hear
Released in 1995 as a single from Whitney Houston's album Exhale [Single], "Do You Hear What I Hear" stands as a pivotal moment in her discography, showcasing her mastery of soulful R&B and gospel-infused pop. The track features a distinctive, rhythmic production that complements Houston's powerful vocal delivery, characterized by her signature breathy tone and emotive phrasing. As a key component of her work during the mid-1990s, the song reflects her ability to blend commercial appeal with deep spiritual expression, further cementing her status as a definitive voice of the era. It remains a celebrated recording that highlights her technical prowess and emotional depth within the broader context of her catalog.