I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
Andy Williams & Perry Como Lyrics

At first glance, Andy Williams's "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" seems like a charming and innocent holiday tune. However, a closer look at the lyrics reveals a more complex and potentially controversial story. The song is told from the perspective of a young child who sees his mother kissing Santa Claus under the mistletoe. The child sneaks down to watch but is hidden from his mother's view. The second verse adds a new layer, as the child sees his mother tickling Santa Claus' beard. The song ends with the child wondering what his father would have thought if he had seen his mother with Santa Claus.

The song's interpretation is still up for debate, but some believe that the child's perspective is misleading and actually caused by a lack of understanding about certain events. The true explanation may be that the father is dressed up as Santa Claus, and the mother is playing along, trying to surprise the child with a festive and fun surprise. This theory is supported by the fact that the song never actually confirms that the mother is cheating or having an affair with Santa Claus. It's possible that the child is merely misunderstanding or misrepresenting what he sees.

There is another theory that is less common but worth considering. Some suggest that the mother really is having an affair with Santa Claus, and the song is meant to be a tongue-in-cheek commentary on the dangers of indulging in holiday excess. However, this explanation is less likely, given the innocent and upbeat tone of the song.

Overall, "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" may be a story of either misunderstanding or holiday fun between adults. But, the ambiguity and controversy surrounding the song have kept people talking about it for decades.