Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Cecilia Dale Lyrics
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You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm telling you why
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Is coming to town
He's making a list
He's checking it twice
He's gonna find out
Who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
He sees you
When you're sleeping
He knows
When you're awake
He knows
If you've been bad
Or good
So be good
For goodness sake
So you
Better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm telling you why
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
The kids in girl
And boyland
Will have a jubilee
They're gonna build
A toyland
All around
The Christmas tree
So you
Better watch out
You better not cry
You better not pout
I'm telling you why
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Santa Claus
Is coming
Santa Claus
Is coming
To town
Santa Claus
Is coming to town
Cecilia Dale's version of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" is a classic Christmas song that talks about the excitement that comes with the arrival of Santa Claus. The song starts with a warning to those who may not have been staying on their best behavior that Santa Claus is on his way, and he's keeping a list, checking it twice to identify who has been naughty or nice. There is a sense of anticipation and excitement that builds up as the song progresses, culminating in the mention of the kids in girl and boyland, who will have a jubilee as they build a toyland, all around the Christmas tree. The song closes as it started, with the reminder that Santa Claus is coming to town, making it a great Christmas tune to get listeners' feet tapping and their spirits lifted.
The lyrics of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" have been interpreted as a warning to children to behave well during the Christmas season, as well as a playful reminder of the magical and joyous spirit that comes with the holiday. The song was first written by John Frederick Coots and Haven Gillespie in 1934 and has since been covered by countless artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Mariah Carey, and the Jackson 5. It is a quintessential Christmas hit that has stood the test of time and is played on the radio and in homes across the world every holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
You better watch out
You need to be cautious and alert
You better not cry
You should avoid shedding tears
You better not pout
You should avoid sulking and displaying displeasure
I'm telling you why
I am going to tell you the reason
Santa Claus
The legendary figure known for bringing gifts to children during Christmas
Is coming to town
He will be visiting the town soon
He's making a list
He is compiling a list of names
He's checking it twice
He is scrutinizing the list carefully
He's gonna find out
He will discover
Who's naughty or nice
Which children have been good or bad
He sees you
He can observe you
When you're sleeping
When you are in a state of slumber
He knows
He has knowledge of
When you're awake
When you are conscious
If you've been bad
If you have exhibited negative behavior
Or good
Or if you have been well-behaved
So be good
Therefore, you should behave properly
For goodness sake
To improve oneself for moral reasons
The kids in girl
The children in the town
And boyland
And the boys in the town
Will have a jubilee
They will be joyous and celebratory
They're gonna build
They are going to construct
A toyland
A land of toys and games
All around
Surrounding
The Christmas tree
The decorated tree usually placed in the house during Christmas
Santa Claus
The legendary figure known for bringing gifts to children during Christmas
Is coming
He is on his way
To town
To the town he will be visiting
Santa Claus
The legendary figure known for bringing gifts to children during Christmas
Is coming to town
He will be visiting the town soon
Contributed by Harper P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dave Illar
Thank you for this take on an old favorite!!!