Santa Baby
Eartha Kitt With Orchestra & Christmas Songs & Christmas Hits & Christmas Songs Lyrics
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Santa baby, slip a sable under the tree, for me
Been an awful good girl
Santa baby, hurry down the chimney tonight
I'll wait up for you dear
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Think of all the fun I've missed
Think of all the fellows I haven't kissed
Next year I could be just as good
If you check off my Christmas list
Boo doo bee doo
Santa baby, I want a yacht and really
That's not a lot
I've been an angel all year
Santa baby, hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa baby, I'm a little afarid I really do need the deed
To a platinum mine
Santa baby, hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa cutie, fill my stocking with a duplex and checks
Sign your X on the line
Santa cutie, hurry down the chimney tonight
Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany's
I really do believe in you
Let's see if you believe in me
Boo doo bee doo
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing
A ring, no I don't mean on the phone
Santa honey, hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Please hurry down the chimney.. tonight
I love you Santa
In the song "Santa Baby" by Eartha Kitt, we are introduced to a playful and cheeky persona who is addressing Santa Claus. The lyrics express anticipation and excitement for Santa's arrival, with the singer waiting patiently for him to come down the chimney. The mention of slipping a sable (a type of fur) under the tree and a '54 convertible car in light blue underlines the extravagant and lavish Christmas wish list of the singer. The playful and flirtatious tone of the song is evident as the singer asks Santa to hurry down the chimney, showcasing a light-hearted and whimsical approach to Christmas wishes.
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on her past behavior, hinting at missed opportunities for fun and romance. Despite this, there is a sense of hopeful redemption as she expresses the desire to be just as good next year if Santa fulfills her Christmas list. This introspective moment adds depth to the character, revealing a longing for fulfillment and perhaps a chance for a fresh start in the coming year.
The singer continues to list her extravagant wish list, including a yacht and ownership of a platinum mine, emphasizing the theme of opulence and luxury. The repeated pleas for Santa to hurry down the chimney add a sense of urgency and desire for immediate gratification, highlighting the impulsive and whimsical nature of the singer's wishes. The persona remains charming and alluring as she requests Santa to fill her stocking with a duplex and checks, showcasing a blend of materialism and whimsy in her Christmas desires.
The song concludes with a final plea for Santa to bring a ring, emphasizing a desire for commitment and love. The playful and flirtatious tone persists as the singer expresses affection for Santa, concluding with a heartfelt declaration of love. Overall, "Santa Baby" captures a unique blend of humor, desire, and longing, painting a vivid portrait of a character who approaches Christmas with a mix of whimsy and romance.
Line by Line Meaning
Santa, I'm waiting for you
Expressing excitement and anticipation for Santa's arrival.
Santa baby, slip a sable under the tree, for me
Asking for a luxurious gift for Christmas.
Been an awful good girl
Asserting good behavior to deserve gifts from Santa.
Santa baby, hurry down the chimney tonight
Impatiently requesting Santa to visit soon.
Santa baby, a '54 Convertible too, light blue
Requesting a specific gift of a light blue convertible car.
I'll wait up for you dear
Promise to stay up and wait for Santa's arrival.
Think of all the fun I've missed
Reflecting on missed opportunities for enjoyment and love.
Think of all the fellows I haven't kissed
Acknowledging past romantic interests.
Next year I could be just as good
Promising to maintain good behavior in the future.
If you check off my Christmas list
Hoping Santa fulfills requested gifts.
Boo doo bee doo
Playful interjection.
Santa baby, I want a yacht and really
Requesting an extravagant gift with a hint of humor.
That's not a lot
Downplaying the request for a yacht.
I've been an angel all year
Emphasizing good behavior to justify gift requests.
Think I'll wait up for you dear
Reiterating the intention to stay up and wait for Santa.
Santa cutie, fill my stocking with a duplex and checks
Asking for financial security and a luxurious residence.
Sign your X on the line
Symbolically asking Santa to agree to the gift requests.
Come and trim my Christmas tree
Inviting Santa to participate in holiday festivities.
With some decorations bought at Tiffany's
Desiring expensive and elegant decorations.
I really do believe in you
Expressing faith in Santa's existence and generosity.
Let's see if you believe in me
Challenging Santa to fulfill the requested gifts.
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing
Remembering to add another gift request.
A ring, no I don't mean on the phone
Clarifying the type of ring requested.
Santa honey, hurry down the chimney tonight
Affectionate plea for Santa's prompt arrival.
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Repeated urgency for Santa's visit before Christmas.
Please hurry down the chimney.. tonight
Desperate plea for Santa to arrive soon.
I love you Santa
Expressing affection and gratitude towards Santa Claus.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, TAMIR MUSIC, Qanawat, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joan Ellen Javits, Philip Springer, Tony Springer
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[Verse 1]
Santa baby, just slip a sable under the tree
For me
Been an awful good girl
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
[Verse 2]
Santa baby, a '54 convertible too
Light blue
I'll wait up for you dear
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
[Chorus]
Think of all the fun I've missed
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
Next year I could be just as good
If you'll check off my Christmas list
[Verse 3]
Santa baby, I want a yacht
And really that's not a lot
Been an angel all year
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
[Verse 4]
Santa honey, one little thing I really need
The deed
To a platinum mine
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
[Verse 5]
Santa cutie, and fill my stocking with a duplex
And checks
Sign your 'X' on the line
Santa cutie, and hurry down the chimney tonight
[Chorus]
Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany
I really do believe in you
Let's see if you believe in me
[Verse 6]
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing
A ring
I don't mean on the phone
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
[Outro]
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry, tonight
@ferociousgumby
She's the best because she doesn't over-sing it. Most singers just squirm around and strain to sound seductive. She doesn't have to try. Her voice is like velvet.
@thejupiter2574
She was / still is 'purrrrrrr fect' She will always be my favorite Catwoman
@borganon3022
ferociousgumby exactly.
@yourname9840
ferociousgumby velvet is a perfect description for her voice
@DragonHeir92
This comment, yes! I love the vocal lilt she does, whimsical and flirty.
@Jobe-13
ferociousgumby Yep
@kayla3618
Eartha Kitt sings THE BEST version of Santa Baby. This is not up for discussion.
@beautifulfoster4458
Ofc this is her song❤❤❤
@jaysonseraile
She jus sings it so easily.....
@galinadodd2318
It's her song. The rest are cover versions.