by Nick Perrin  

7 to 11 yrs  -  KS2  -  unison  -  (2m 26s)

Download includes:  piano-vocal score, lyrics sheet, mp3 demo & backing tracks

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Theme  -  Christmas, homelessness, poverty, compassion

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Content  -  This poignant song from Nick Perrin appeals for us all to take care of the poor, unhappy and lonely at Christmas time. A great song to tug on the heartstrings, and works as a good contrast to upbeat celebration songs, particularly helpful if you are doing a fundraising concert. 

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Lyrics sample

(Verse 2)

Please will you listen?

She’s there in the rain.

If only you’d help her

Stop the tears and the pain.

Can’t you hear her knocking?

Please open up the door,

And she’ll wish you a very merry Christmas,

From now to ever more.

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'Can't You Hear Me Knocking' from the songbook 'Come On Christmas'