Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, and relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, with his family when he was 13 years old. His music career began there in 1954, recording at Sun Records with producer Sam Phillips, who wanted to bring the sound of African American music to a wider audience. Accompanied by guitarist Scotty Moore and bassist Bill Black, Presley was a pioneer of rockabilly, an uptempo, backbeat-driven fusion of country music and rhythm and blues. In 1955, drummer D. J. Fontana joined to complete the lineup of Presley's classic quartet and RCA Victor acquired his contract in a deal arranged by Colonel Tom Parker, who would manage the singer for more than two decades. Presley's first RCA single, "Heartbreak Hotel", was released in January 1956 and became a number one hit in the United States. With a series of successful network television appearances and chart-topping records, he became the leading figure of the newly popular sound of rock and roll. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, made him enormously popular—and controversial.
In November 1956, Presley made his film debut in Love Me Tender. Drafted into military service in 1958, Presley relaunched his recording career two years later with some of his most commercially successful work. He held few concerts however, and guided by Parker, proceeded to devote much of the 1960s to making Hollywood movies and soundtrack albums, most of them critically derided. In 1968, following a seven-year break from live performances, he returned to the stage in the acclaimed television comeback special Elvis, which led to an extended Las Vegas concert residency and a string of highly profitable tours. In 1973, Presley gave the first concert by a solo artist to be broadcast around the world, Aloha from Hawaii. Years of prescription drug abuse severely compromised his health, and he died suddenly in 1977 at his Graceland estate, just 42 years of age.
Presley is one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century. Commercially successful in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel, he is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He won three competitive Grammys, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, and has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame.
Santa Bring My Baby Back
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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(Santa bring my baby back to me)
I don't need a lot of presents
To make my Christmas bright
I just need my baby's arms
Wound around me tight
Oh oh Santa hear my pleaSanta bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
The Christmas tree is ready
The candles all aglow
But with my baby far away
What good is mistletoe
Oh oh Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
Please make these reindeer hurry
Well their time is drawing near
It sure won't seem like Christmas
Until my baby's here
Fill my sock with candy
And a bright and shiny toy
You want to make me happy
And fill my heart with joy
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
Please make these reindeer hurry
Well their time is drawing near
Until my baby's here
Fill my sock with candy
And a bright and shiny toy
You want to make me happy
And fill my heart with joy
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
(Santa bring my baby back)
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
Elvis Presley's song "Santa Bring My Baby Back" is a plea to Santa Claus to bring the singer's lover back to them for Christmas. The song is about the idea that presents aren't as important as having someone you love with you during the holidays. The singer is saying that all they want for Christmas is to have their lover's arms around them, and that without them, the holiday feels incomplete. The song's repetitive nature and simple lyrics reinforce the idea that the singer's only desire is to be with their beloved.
The song's use of Santa Claus is interesting because he is traditionally associated with bringing gifts, not people. The idea of Santa bringing someone back seems unrealistic, but it underscores the importance of love and togetherness during the holiday season. The song also features references to traditional Christmas decorations like mistletoe and stockings, which helps to place the listener in a festive mood. The singer's sense of longing and desire for their lover is palpable, making the song relatable to anyone who has ever been separated from someone they care about during the holidays.
Overall, Elvis Presley's "Santa Bring My Baby Back" is a romantic and heartfelt plea for the return of a lover during the holiday season. The song's simple premise and universal themes make it a timeless classic that still resonates with listeners today.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't need a lot of presents
I don't need material items to be happy
To make my Christmas bright
To feel joy during the holiday season
I just need my baby's arms
All I need is the embrace of my significant other
Wound around me tight
To hold me closely and securely
The Christmas tree is ready
The decorations for the holiday have been prepared
The candles all aglow
The candles are lit and shining brightly
But with my baby far away
Despite the festive atmosphere, being separated from my partner makes it very lonely
What good is mistletoe
There is no point in having mistletoe, a traditional symbol of love and affection, without my significant other there
Please make these reindeer hurry
I implore you to make the reindeer hasten their journey
Well their time is drawing near
Because Christmas is approaching soon
It sure won't seem like Christmas
Without my beloved, the holiday does not feel like a joyful occasion
Until my baby's here
My holiday will not be complete until I am reunited with my partner
Fill my sock with candy
Traditional Christmas stocking stuffer
And a bright and shiny toy
Another traditional stocking stuffer
You want to make me happy
The hope is that the holiday and its festivities will bring joy
And fill my heart with joy
To provide a sense of happiness and fulfillment
Then Santa, hear my plea
An impassioned request to Santa Claus to bring my loved one back to me
Santa bring my baby back to me
Reiterated plea to Santa for the return of my beloved
Lyrics © A. SCHROEDER INTERNATIONAL LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Aaron Schroeder, Claude Demetruis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I don't need a lot of presents
To make my Christmas bright
I just need my baby's arms
Wound around me tight
Oh oh Santa hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
The Christmas tree is ready
The candles all aglow
But with my baby far away
What good is mistletoe
Oh oh Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
Please make these reindeer hurry
Well their time is drawing near
It sure won't seem like Christmas
Until my baby's here
Fill my sock with candy
And a bright and shiny toy
You want to make me happy
And fill my heart with joy
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
Please make these reindeer hurry
Well their time is drawing near
It sure won't seem like Christmas
Until my baby's here
Fill my sock with candy
And a bright and shiny toy
You want to make me happy
And fill my heart with joy
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
(Santa bring my baby back to me)
(Santa bring my baby back)
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
@stephencoomer5692
I don't need a lot of presents
To make my Christmas bright
I just need my baby's arms
Wound around me tight
Oh oh santa hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
The Christmas tree is ready
The candles all aglow
But with my baby far away
What good is mistletoe
Oh oh Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
Please make these reindeer hurry
Well their time is drawing near
It sure won't seem like Christmas
Until my baby's here
Fill my sock with candy
And a bright and shiny toy
You wanna make me happy and fill my heart with joy
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
Please make these reindeer hurry
Well their time is drawing near
It sure won't seem like Christmas
Until my baby's here
Fill my sock with candy
And a bright and shiny toy
You wanna make me happy and fill my heart with joy
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
Then Santa, hear my plea
Santa bring my baby back to me
@scouseronthewirral
Elvis Presley Professional Recording #97
Elvis Presley Original Recording #43
7 September 1957
Radio Recorders Studio 1, Hollywood, California
A&R: Steve Sholes
Producer: Elvis Presley
Engineer: Thorne Nogar
Musicians:
Rhythm Guitar/Vocals: Elvis Presley
Electric Guitar: Scotty Moore
Bass: Bill Black
Drums: D.J. Fontana
Piano: Dudley Brooks
Organ: Hoyt Hawkins
Backing Vocals: The Jordanaires: Gordon Stoker, Neal Matthews, Hoyt Hawkins, Hugh Jarrett & Millie Kirkham
Santa Bring My Baby Back (To Me)
Written By Claude DeMetrius/Aaron Schroeder
Versions:
15 Oct 1957: Elvis Presley
1966: Mae West
Nov 1978: The Jordanaires
1983: Charlie Sexton
12 Oct 2004: Chris Isaak
6 Oct 2017: Elvis Presley with the RPO
Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me was first released on Elvis’ Christmas Album on 15 October 1957.
@vincenzoridente9994
Rocking on Christmas Eve with The King Elvis
@christakulikowski7567
Lovely, lively Christmas song - thank you our sweet Elvis. You just know what makes your fans happy!
@dustintaylor9456
This is rock and roll Christmas music🎵
@zarboaudioprojects1430
The backup singers make this thing perfect! ...and Elvis did a fine job on the lead as well.
@rubyred8845
The best Christmas songs are only by Elvis! <3
@alexiagiannopoulos5018
And Mariah Carey
@michaelcraig9449
@@alexiagiannopoulos5018 NO WAY!! NO Mariah no way!!
@Nancy-pb6ie
🎅🤶🎄🤶
@vivajhl
I believe this Elvis' Christmas Album is still the Best Selling Christmas Album of All Time.
The King Rules Christmas.
@aishaa309
Love Elvis, but Nat King Cole is truly king of the Christmas albums.