I Saw Mummy Kissing Santa Claus
Beverley Sisters Lyrics

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I saw Mommy kissin' Santa Claus
underneath the mistletoe last night.
She didn't see me creep
down the stairs to have a peep;
She thought that I was tucked up
in my bedroom fast asleep.
Then, I saw Mommy tickle Santa Claus
underneath his beard so snowy white;

Oh, what a laugh it would have been

If Daddy had only seen
Mommy kissin' Santa Claus last night.

Overall Meaning

The Beverley Sisters' song "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" is a playful and innocent depiction of a child witnessing his mother kissing Santa Claus under the mistletoe. The song tells a story of a child who wakes up in the middle of the night and discovers his mother kissing Santa Claus under the mistletoe. The child watches his mother and Santa Claus, who have no idea that they are being watched, and is thrilled to see them sharing a moment of affection. The song continues with the child laughing at the sight of Santa Claus being tickled by his mother underneath his beard. The child is amused and imagines what it would have been like if his father had discovered Mommy kissing Santa Claus.

The song, which is set in a festive and cheerful mood, has become a Christmas favorite worldwide, and has been covered by numerous artists since its release. The song was initially recorded by Jimmy Boyd, a twelve-year-old American singer, in 1952, and was produced by Columbia Records. The Beverley Sisters recorded their version of the song in 1953, and it became a hit in the UK, reaching number 6 on the charts. The song's popularity encouraged other musicians to cover it, including the Jackson 5, the Ronettes, John Mellencamp, and Amy Winehouse.

The song's fame and innocent lyrics show how the concept of Santa Claus and the joy of Christmas can reach every age group, and since the song was originally recorded, it has become part of the Christmas traditions of many families worldwide. The catchy, cheerful melody and the playful lyrics of the song convey the spirit of the holiday season and brings a feeling of joy to children and adults alike.

Line by Line Meaning

I saw Mommy kissin' Santa Claus
I witnessed my mother kissing someone who was dressed as Santa Claus

underneath the mistletoe last night
they were standing below a plant hung as a Christmas decoration

She didn't see me creep down the stairs to have a peep;
I quietly sneaked down the stairs to take a peek without her noticing

She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom fast asleep.
my mother assumed that I was already asleep in my room

Then, I saw Mommy tickle Santa Claus
I observed my mother playfully touching the person dressed as Santa Claus

underneath his beard so snowy white;
her playful touch was on the man's beard that was white like snow

Oh, what a laugh it would have been
it would have been amusing if my father had witnessed the act as well

If Daddy had only seen Mommy kissin' Santa Claus last night.
It would have been even more comical if my father had seen my mother kissing Santa Claus

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Lai Bing Tsang, Tommie Connor

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