Mary, Did You Know

Mark Lowry

About Mary, Did You Know

"Mary, Did You Know?" is a Christmas song addressing Mary, mother of Jesus, with lyrics written by Mark Lowry in 1984, and music written by Buddy Greene in 1991. It was originally recorded by Christian recording artist Michael English on his self-titled debut solo album in 1991. At the time, English and Lowry were members of the Gaither Vocal Band, and Greene was touring with them. The song reached Number 6 on CCM Magazine's Adult Contemporary Chart. Lowry would record the song several times himself, most notably with the Gaither Vocal Band on their 1998 Christmas album, Still the Greatest Story Ever Told. The song has since gone on to become a modern Christmas classic, recorded by hundreds of artists over the years, across multiple genres. Different versions have reached the top ten in the Billboard R&B and Holiday charts. 


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Mary did you know that your baby boy will some day walk on water?
Mary did you know that your baby boy will save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your baby boy has come to make you new?
This child that you've delivered, will soon deliver you.

Mary did you know that your baby boy will give sight to a blind man?
Mary did you know that your baby boy will calm a storm with his hand?
Did you know that your baby boy has walked where angels trod?
And when your kiss your little baby, you have kissed the face of God.

Oh Mary did you know 

The blind will see, the deaf will hear, the dead will live again.
The lame will leap, the dumb will speak, the praises of the lamb 

Mary did you know that your baby boy is Lord of all creation?
Mary did you know that your baby boy would one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby boy is heaven's perfect Lamb?
This sleeping child you're holding is the great I am

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Mark Lowry

Mark Alan Lowry (born June 24, 1958) is a Christian comedian, author, songwriter, and singer, best known for co-writing the song "Mary, Did You Know?" Lowry performed with the Gaither Vocal Band from 1988–2001 and, in January 2009, he re-joined the group along with other "GVB" alumni Michael English and David Phelps. Lowry has recorded twelve albums, both music and comedy. more »

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Written by: Buddy Greene, Mark Lowry

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Mary, Did You Know?" is a Christmas song with lyrics written by Mark Lowry and music composed by Buddy Greene. It was written in 1984.
Inspiration
The lyrics of the song are essentially a series of questions posed to Mary, the mother of Jesus, about her knowledge and feelings regarding the divine aspects of her son.
Initial Release
The song was first recorded by Christian recording artist Michael English on his self-titled debut solo album in 1991. The album went on to win the Dove Award for Inspirational Album of the Year in 1992.
Gaither Vocal Band
In 1998, the Gaither Vocal Band, a Southern Gospel group that included Mark Lowry, also recorded a version of the song.
Multiple Versions
Since the song's initial release, it has been recorded by many different artists in many different genres, including R&B, country, pop, jazz, and a cappella.
Worldwide Recognition
"Mary, Did You Know?" has become a popular Christmas song in countries across the world and has been translated into a variety of languages.
Notable Covers
Some notable cover versions have been by artists such as Clay Aiken, Pentatonix, CeeLo Green, and Kenny Rogers and Wynonna Judd.
Music Video
Pentatonix's a cappella version of "Mary, Did You Know?" went viral on YouTube, accumulating over 215 million views.
Television Performances
The song has been performed on many TV shows, including the fifth season of the U.S. version of The Voice by Matthew Schuler, and by the cast of The Bible in the mini-series, "The Bible."
Concerts and Tours
The song has been performed on various Christmas tours by several Christian artists each year, furthermore emphasizing its remarkable popularity during the holiday season.

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