Rascal Flatts' Christmas Tune Shows Spiritual Side
This is very nice of Rascal Flatts. They say this free download of their gorgeous recording of "Away in a Manger" is "our gift to you for all of your support throughout the years." And it only takes eight seconds to type in the requested information before the download starts. (Yes, I timed it.) But when you do hit play, listen closely. You'll hear sparse instruments, and then, you won't hear frontman Gary LeVox. At least not at first. Joe Don Rooney sings the first half of the song alone, so literally "'til morning is nigh." Rooney's voice is so spiritual, so it feels very fitting for a song like this. When LeVox comes in and they sing together, even better. "This song is a celebration to our fans," says Jay DeMarcus. "From the bottom of our hearts, we are so proud and grateful for all the work you put into promoting Rascal Flatts each and every day." Download it for yourself, and listen to it every time you need a reminder of what the season's really about.
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Katie says:
I love it! This is such a beautiful song, and one of my favorites at Christmas. And Joe Don has a great voice. Thes guys never fail to disappoint.
rascalfan says:
great song! Way to go guys!!!
Tristan says:
I love it. Im RF’s biggest fan and love every single song they sing BUT this one is AMAZING the way Joe-Don sings just makes you want to melt. And Jay did and awesome job to. The way Joe-Don and Gary harmonize is beautiful and amazing!! Great job
Kathy says:
Thanks for the free download! That was so nice of you! Do me a favor in 2010, please do not make anymore somber videos about dying! You guys are too good for that! Go back to your great love songs!! Nobody can sing them better than you guys!
trish says:
CHRISTmas BLESSINGS & THANKS {{RASCAL’S}}
PRAYERS 4/PEACE ~~~ A.S.A.P.
countryiscool says:
I also love RF rendition of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” Their harmonies are superb!
kathy, I am sure there are people out there experiencing lots of heartache in their lives that really appreciate the “somber” songs that speak to them, let them know they are not alone in thinking the way they do. Just a thought. However, RF does the gamut of ALL emotions splendidly.
Alex says:
I’m Rascal Flatts’ biggest fan in England!!!! It’s a shame I can’t get this song as I haven’t got a zip code… BUT I will wait, I love these guys, they give me goosebumps all the time “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” a sure example. :D:D Wishing you a happy new year guys!
What the bleep says:
In all your posts, there is something to learn. Thanks for sharing, keep up the good work.