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The Sweetest Gift Lyrics: One day a mother went to a prison / To see an erring, but precious son / She told the warden how much she loved him / It did not matter what he had done / She did not...
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The song The Sweetest Gift, a Mother's Smile was written by James B. Coats and was first recorded and released by James and Martha in 1946. It was covered by Connie & Babe and The Backwoods Boys, Jake Landers Band, Matt Duane Griffin, Dead Ringer Band and other artists.
Learn the story of The Sweetest Gift, the song that offers hope to those who are suffering from the loss of a loved one at Christmas.
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"The Sweetest Gift" written by gospel composer James B. Coats in 1942 was recorded by Linda Ronstadt with Emmylou Harris on harmony vocal for her 1975 Asylu...
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The chorus, “It was a halo bright sent down from heaven’s light, The sweetest gift, a mother’s smile,” emphasizes the purity and grace of a mother’s love. The smile of a mother holds a special meaning and significance, representing not only love but also hope, encouragement, and support.
Nov 13, 2000 · The Sweetest Gift Lyrics: Quietly while you were asleep / The moon and I were talking / I asked that she'd always keep you protected / She promised you her light / That you so gracefully carry...
It was a halo sent down from heaven, (halo bright) (heaven\'s light) The sweetest gift, a mother\'s smile. Her boy had wandered far from the fireside, Though she had pleaded with him each night. But not a word did she ever utter; Her heart was flowing, her smile was bright. She did not bring a parole or pardon.