Lyrics and Information
Words by Thomas Kelly, 1809Tune: REGENT SQUARE, by Henry Smart (1813-1879), 1867Alternate tunes: CORONAE and CWM RHONDDA (Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah)Key signature: B flat major (2 flats)Time signature: 4/4Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7.Public Domain1. Look, ye saints! The sight is glorious: See the Man of Sorrows now; From the fight returned victorious, Every knee to Him shall bow: Crown Him! Crown Him! Crowns become the Victor’s brow.2. Crown the Savior! Angels, crown Him! Rich the trophies Jesus brings; In the seat of pow’r enthrone Him, While the vault of heaven rings: Crown Him! Crown Him! Crown the Savior King of kings.3. Sinners in derision crowned Him, Mocking thus the Savior’s claim; Saints and angels crowd around Him, Own His title, praise His name: Crown Him! Crown Him! Spread abroad the Victor’s fame.4. Hark, those bursts of acclamation! Hark, those loud triumphant chords! Jesus takes the highest station; Oh, what joy the sight affords! Crown Him! Crown Him! King of kings and Lord of lords!