Many believe Jesus Loves Me​ to be a children’s song, and in fact it is a favorite among children. But originally the song we know as ​Jesus Loves Me​ was composed by William Bradbury around 1869.

It was first published as a hymn and continues to this day to be printed in most hymnals. The fact that children love it is just a bonus. ​​​​​​

Jesus Loves Me – Lyrics

​Jesus loves me—this I know,
For the Bible tells me so;
Little ones to Him belong—
They are weak, but He is strong.

Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
The Bible tells me so.

Jesus loves me—He who died
Heaven’s gate to open wide;
He will wash away my sin,
Let His little child come in.

Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
The Bible tells me so.

Jesus loves me—loves me still,
Though I’m very weak and ill;
From His shining throne on high
Comes to watch me where I lie.

Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
Yes, Jesus loves me!
The Bible tells me so.

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Jesus loves me—He will stay
Close beside me all the way,
Then His little child will take
Up to Heaven for His dear sake.

​Jesus Loves Me – Recording