Kool & the Gang

How fast did you fly, oh Gabriel
Winging your way to a worn out world
What was it like as an angel
Sharing the plan with one shaken girl
What did you say?
Do not be afraid
Do not be afraid
You will get through
All that’s asked of you
Heaven’s child is here
There’s no need to fear
God is bending near and He will stay
Do not be afraid
How bright did you shine in that moment
Breaking the news that could finally be told
How did you reach someone dreaming
Speaking to Joseph’s agonized soul
Only one thing to say

[Repeat Chorus]
And on that midnight
How loud did you sing
Filling up the air with a thundering choir
How did you settle the shepherds
Replacing fear with a burning desire (you said)
Do not be afraid
Do not be afraid
You will get through
All that’s asked of you
Heaven’s child is here
There’s no room for fear
Peace and goodwill have won the day
Perfect love will drive your fear away
Do not be afraid

Kool & the Gang is an American jazz, R&B, soul, funk, and disco group from Jersey City. They were originally named the Jazziacs when they formed the group in 1964.

They went through several musical phases during their recording career, starting out with a purist jazz sound, then funk and R&B, progressing to a smooth pop-funk ensemble, and in the post-millennium creating music with a modern, electro-pop sound.

The group was becoming prominent in the music industry in the 1970s with hits such as “Holly Wood Swinging”, “Jungle Boogie” and “Summer Madness”. However they cemented their legendary status after the addition of lead vocalist James “J.T.” Taylor. With his help they went on to create classic hits such as “Ladies Night”, “Celebration”, “Get Down On It”, “Cherish” and countless others.

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