Story Behind The Song
What Child Is This?" is a Christmas carol whose lyrics were written by William Chatterton Dix, in 1865. ... While recovering, he underwent a spiritual renewal that led him to write several hymns, including lyrics to this carol that was subsequently set to the tune of "Greensleeves", a traditional English folk song.
Song Description
Based off of "Greensleeves", a traditional English folk song.
| Song Length |
2:42 |
Genre |
Classical - Religious, Classical - Religious |
| Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Instrumental |
| Mood |
Serene, Blissful |
Subject |
God, Spirituality |
| Language |
No Language |
Era |
1800 - 1899 |